Nichols Softball
Nichols College · Bison
CNE · Dudley, MA
$40K
In-state tuition
0
Scholarships
athletic — merit/need-based aid available
64%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $15K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Nichols softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D3.
- Conference level
- Division III / NAIA
- Est. year, all in
- $55,325Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 47%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 1,354
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D3
- Conference
- CNE
- Location
- Dudley, MA
- Scholarships
- No athletic scholarships
What Nichols Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D3 contact rules for Nichols. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
No NCAA restrictions on calls, texts or email — coaches can reach out at any time; in-person contact off campus waits until after sophomore year
Campus Visits
Unofficial visits anytime; official (school-paid) visits from January 1 of junior year
Offers & Commitments
D3 does not offer athletic scholarships. Admissions decisions and financial aid packages serve as the commitment mechanism.
Key Dates
- Calls, texts and email: any time
- January 1 of junior year — official visits can begin
- Recruiting often extends through senior year
- Admissions deadlines are the key dates — vary by school
- Many D3 schools use early decision/early action admissions
Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules
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Caitlin Hitchcock
Head Coach
c•••@nichols.eduSam Witmer
Assistant Softball Coach
s•••@nichols.eduAlyssa Mabardy
Assistant Softball Coach - Pitching
a•••@nichols.eduColleen Kuplast-Bousquet
Volunteer Assistant Softball Coach
c•••@nichols.eduSomething wrong? Report a coaching change
Nichols softball roster outlook
Nichols carries 22 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 9 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (3).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 2 | 0 |
| Catchers | 1 | 2 |
| Infielders | 3 | 6 |
| Outfielders | 2 | 3 |
| Utility | 1 | 2 |
From the program's published 2026-2027 roster. “Leaving” counts seniors and graduate students; juniors who transfer or leave early are not included, and players with remaining eligibility can return.
Camps & Clinics
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Nichols College softball?
Start by filling out the Nichols College recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Nichols College coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Nichols College offer softball scholarships?
Nichols College is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.
Who is the head coach at Nichols College?
The current head coach is Caitlin Hitchcock. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Recruiting Difficulty
This program is accessible to motivated athletes. Focus on academics, demonstrate commitment through travel ball or high school ball, and reach out to coaches directly.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $58,063/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $47,830/yr
- Median student debt
- $27,000
- Admission rate
- 81%
Consider ROI — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; tuition from IPEDS.
Academic Profile
- Avg. net price
- $33,036/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 26%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1028–1236
Avg. net price is the actual average cost after aid — not sticker tuition. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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Quick Facts
- Division
- D3
- Conference
- CNE
- State
- MA
- Camps Listed
- Coming soon
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