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Hofstra University Softball

Hofstra University (Hofstra) · Hempstead, New York · Private nonprofit university

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NCAA IColonial Athletic Association
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Acceptance rate68%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate69%finish within six years
Undergraduates10,685Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Hofstra University Softball coaches

Coaches at Hofstra University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.

Susan Cassidy-LykeHead Coach
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Carla Campagna-PessoaAssociate Head Coach
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Nikki AmodeoAssociate Head Coach
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Athletics

The program

Where Hofstra University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Colonial Athletic Association
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
gohofstra.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1230–1400
ACTMiddle 50%: 28–32

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Popular majors

AccountingAllied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, OtherAnthropology, GeneralArea Studies, OtherAudiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/PathologistBiochemistryBioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
69% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$56,545
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$35,687
Campus

Where it is

Hofstra University in Hempstead.

Location
Hempstead, New York
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
hofstra.edu
Overview

About Hofstra University Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Susan Cassidy-Lyke, the Head Coach, leads the Hofstra University Softball staff of 4 coaches, verified June 2026. Hofstra University (Hofstra) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Colonial Athletic Association. Hofstra University is a large private school in Hempstead, New York with 10,685 undergraduates, a 68% acceptance rate and an average net price of $35,687 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Hofstra University Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Susan Cassidy-Lyke, the Head Coach and Carla Campagna-Pessoa, the Associate Head Coach. Hofstra University has 4 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 I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Susan can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Hofstra University typically score 1230–1400 on the SAT and 28–32 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 Hofstra University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Hofstra University Softball FAQ

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

Is Hofstra University D1?

Yes. Hofstra University competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Colonial Athletic Association.

Is Hofstra University public or private?

Hofstra University is a private nonprofit school in Hempstead, New York.

What conference is Hofstra University Softball in?

The Colonial Athletic Association.

Does Hofstra University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

Hofstra University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Hofstra University Softball have?

4 coaches, led by Susan Cassidy-Lyke, the Head Coach.

How much does Hofstra University cost?

In-state tuition is $56,545 and out-of-state tuition is $56,545 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $35,687.

What is the Hofstra University acceptance rate?

68% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Hofstra University?

Admitted students typically score 1230–1400 on the SAT and 28–32 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Hofstra University Softball coaches?

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

Coaching staff verified June 2026