Swarthmore Softball
Swarthmore College · Garnet
Centennial · Swarthmore, PA
$62K
In-state tuition
0
Scholarships
athletic — merit/need-based aid available
94%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $19K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Swarthmore 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
- $81,376Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 22%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 1,644
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D3
- Conference
- Centennial
- Location
- Swarthmore, PA
- Scholarships
- No athletic scholarships
Coaching Staff
Melissa Finley
Head Coach
m•••@swarthmore.eduAjala Elmore
Assistant Softball Coach
a•••@swarthmore.eduJen Moore
Assistant Softball Coach
Kathryn Riley
Assistant Softball Coach
Jess Butler
Assistant Softball Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Winter Prospect ID Clinic I
- Date
- December 6th, 2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- HS Prospects
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Winter Prospect ID Clinic II
- Date
- January 24th, 2027
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- HS Prospects
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- Register early — the best camps fill up months in advance.
- Bring printed copies of your recruiting profile to hand to coaches after your session.
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
What Swarthmore Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D3 contact rules for Swarthmore. 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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Attended in past seasons
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Swarthmore College softball?
Start by filling out the Swarthmore College recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Swarthmore College coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Swarthmore College offer softball scholarships?
Swarthmore College is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.
When are Swarthmore College softball camps?
Swarthmore College has 2 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Swarthmore College?
The current head coach is Melissa Finley. 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.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $80,257/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $56,211/yr
- Median student debt
- $17,500
- Admission rate
- 7%
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
- $23,149/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 20%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1490–1560
- ACT range
- 33–35
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
- Centennial
- State
- PA
- Camps Listed
- 2
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