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Amherst College Softball

Amherst College (AC) · Amherst, Massachusetts · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate9%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate94%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,914Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty6 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Amherst College Softball coaches

Coaches at Amherst College who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Amherst College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
New England Small College Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
athletics.amherst
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1490–1580
ACTMiddle 50%: 33–35

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Popular majors

African-American/Black StudiesAmerican/U.S. Law/Legal Studies/JurisprudenceAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralArchitectural History and Criticism, GeneralArt/Art Studies, GeneralAsian Studies/Civilization
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
6 : 1
Graduation rate
94% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$69,820
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$17,965
Campus

Where it is

Amherst College in Amherst.

Location
Amherst, Massachusetts
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
amherst.edu
Overview

About Amherst College Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Diann Ramsey, the Head Coach, leads the Amherst College Softball staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. Amherst College (AC) competes in NCAA Division III Softball as a member of the New England Small College Athletic Conference. Amherst College is a small private school in Amherst, Massachusetts with 1,914 undergraduates, a 9% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,965 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Amherst College Softball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Diann Ramsey, the Head Coach and Katie Watts, the Assistant Coach. Amherst College has 3 coaches for Softball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, and measurables like pitching speed, exit velocity or pop time in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Diann can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Amherst College typically score 1490–1580 on the SAT and 33–35 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Amherst College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

Amherst College Softball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Amherst College D3?

Yes. Amherst College competes in NCAA Division III Softball, in the New England Small College Athletic Conference.

Is Amherst College public or private?

Amherst College is a private nonprofit school in Amherst, Massachusetts.

What conference is Amherst College Softball in?

The New England Small College Athletic Conference.

Does Amherst College offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Amherst College Softball have?

3 coaches, led by Diann Ramsey, the Head Coach.

How much does Amherst College cost?

In-state tuition is $69,820 and out-of-state tuition is $69,820 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,965.

What is the Amherst College acceptance rate?

9% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Amherst College?

Admitted students typically score 1490–1580 on the SAT and 33–35 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Amherst College Softball coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026