Carlow University Softball
Carlow University (CU) · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania · Private nonprofit university
Carlow University Softball coaches
Coaches at Carlow University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
The program
Where Carlow University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- athletics.carlow.edu
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
- 12 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 60% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Carlow University in Pittsburgh.
- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- carlow.edu
About Carlow University Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Glenn Zinsmeister, the Head Coach, leads the Carlow University Softball staff of 5 coaches, verified November 2026. Carlow University (CU) competes in NCAA Division III Softball as a member of the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Carlow University is a small private school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with 2,416 undergraduates, a 87% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Carlow University Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Glenn Zinsmeister, the Head Coach and Maddie Bowes, the Assistant Coach. Carlow University has 5 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 III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Glenn can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Carlow University typically score 960–1168 on the SAT, 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 Carlow University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Glenn Zinsmeister at Carlow University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach GlennHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Carlow University Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Carlow University D3?
Yes. Carlow University competes in NCAA Division III Softball, in the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference.
Is Carlow University public or private?
Carlow University is a private nonprofit school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
What conference is Carlow University Softball in?
The Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference.
Does Carlow 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 Carlow University Softball have?
5 coaches, led by Glenn Zinsmeister, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Carlow University Softball?
Glenn Zinsmeister is the Head Coach.
When can Carlow 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 Carlow 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 Carlow University cost?
In-state tuition is $34,546 and out-of-state tuition is $34,546 a year.
What is the Carlow University acceptance rate?
87% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Carlow University?
Admitted students typically score 960–1168 on the SAT.
How do I contact the Carlow 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.
