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Lesley University Softball

Lesley University (LU) · Cambridge, Massachusetts · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate97%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate58%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,557Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty10 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Lesley University Softball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Lesley University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
North Atlantic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
lesleyathletics.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special EffectsApplied Mathematics, OtherArt Therapy/TherapistArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration, Management and Operations, OtherCommunity Psychology
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
10 : 1
Graduation rate
58% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$33,326
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$33,111
Campus

Where it is

Lesley University in Cambridge.

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

About Lesley University Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Lou Proietti, the Head Coach - Softball, leads the Lesley University Softball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Lesley University (LU) competes in NCAA Division III Softball as a member of the North Atlantic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Lesley University is a small private school in Cambridge, Massachusetts with 2,557 undergraduates, a 97% acceptance rate and an average net price of $33,111 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Lesley University Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Lou Proietti, the Head Coach - Softball and Aires Martins, the Assistant Coach. Lesley University 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 Lou can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Lesley University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.

Email Coach Lou Proietti at Lesley University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.

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Questions

Lesley University Softball FAQ

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

Is Lesley University D3?

Yes. Lesley University competes in NCAA Division III Softball, in the North Atlantic Conference.

Is Lesley University public or private?

Lesley University is a private nonprofit school in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

What conference is Lesley University Softball in?

The North Atlantic Conference.

Does Lesley University 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 Lesley University Softball have?

3 coaches, led by Lou Proietti, the Head Coach - Softball.

Who is the head coach of Lesley University Softball?

Lou Proietti is the Head Coach - Softball.

When can Lesley University Softball coaches contact recruits?

Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.

Can you walk on to Lesley University Softball?

It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.

How much does Lesley University cost?

In-state tuition is $33,326 and out-of-state tuition is $33,326 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $33,111.

What is the Lesley University acceptance rate?

97% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Lesley University 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 October 2026