Occidental Softball
Occidental College · Tigers
SCIAC · Los Angeles, CA
$63K
In-state tuition
0
Scholarships
athletic — merit/need-based aid available
85%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $18K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Occidental 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
- $81,730Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Total enrollment
- 1,854
Cost and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D3
- Conference
- SCIAC
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Scholarships
- No athletic scholarships
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Recruiting Timeline
D3 contact rules for Occidental. 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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Chris Hipa
Head Coach
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Tournament Attendance
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Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists Occidental on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.
Attended in past seasons
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Occidental softball roster outlook
Occidental carries 17 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 4 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (2).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 0 | 6 |
| Catchers | 1 | 2 |
| Infielders | 2 | 1 |
| Outfielders | 1 | 4 |
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
Camp dates not yet available for Occidental.
Check the official athletics site for camp infoFrequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Occidental College softball?
Start by filling out the Occidental College recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Occidental College coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Occidental College offer softball scholarships?
Occidental College is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.
Who is the head coach at Occidental College?
The current head coach is Chris Hipa. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
Location
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.
Academic Profile
- Avg. net price
- $38,263/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 17%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1380–1520
- ACT range
- 31–34
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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- Division
- D3
- Conference
- SCIAC
- State
- CA
- Camps Listed
- Coming soon
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