University of Pennsylvania Softball
University of Pennsylvania (Penn) · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university
University of Pennsylvania Softball coaches
Coaches at University of Pennsylvania who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
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The program
Where University of Pennsylvania competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Ivy Group
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- pennathletics.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 8 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 97% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- upenn.edu
About University of Pennsylvania Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Christie Novatin, the Head Coach, leads the University of Pennsylvania Softball staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. University of Pennsylvania (Penn) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Ivy Group. University of Pennsylvania is a large private school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with 29,109 undergraduates, a 5% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,017 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by University of Pennsylvania Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Christie Novatin, the Head Coach and Kristin Hallam, the Assistant Coach. University of Pennsylvania has 3 coaches for Softball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- 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.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Christie can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of Pennsylvania typically score 1510–1570 on the SAT and 34–36 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of Pennsylvania staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
University of Pennsylvania Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is University of Pennsylvania D1?
Yes. University of Pennsylvania competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Ivy Group.
Is University of Pennsylvania public or private?
University of Pennsylvania is a private nonprofit school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
What conference is University of Pennsylvania Softball in?
The Ivy Group.
Does University of Pennsylvania offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
No. Ivy League schools don't offer athletic scholarships. Financial aid is need-based.
How many coaches does University of Pennsylvania Softball have?
3 coaches, led by Christie Novatin, the Head Coach.
How much does University of Pennsylvania cost?
In-state tuition is $60,920 and out-of-state tuition is $60,920 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,017.
What is the University of Pennsylvania acceptance rate?
5% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of Pennsylvania?
Admitted students typically score 1510–1570 on the SAT and 34–36 on the ACT.
How do I contact the University of Pennsylvania Softball coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.