D1SEC
Very Competitive

Auburn Softball

Auburn University · Tigers

SEC · Auburn, AL

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Strong ProgramRPI #31U.S. News #69Grads earn $65K/yr

$13K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $34K

Up to 25

Scholarships

allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)

79%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $15K

NCAA Tournament 5 of last 5 years

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Auburn softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.

Conference level
Power Conference
Est. in-state year, all in
$27,932
Est. out-of-state year, all in
$49,340Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
32%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
33,015

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D1
Conference
SEC
Location
Auburn, AL
Scholarships
Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)

Coaching Staff

Chris & Kate Malveaux

Head Coach

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Camps & Clinics

Youth Camp

October Infield Clinics

Date
September 30th, 2026 - October 28th, 2026
Cost
See registration
Age Group
5th - 8th Grade as of Fall 2026

For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.

Register at official site

From the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.

Youth Camp

Malveaux Softball Kids Camp

Date
October 3rd, 2026
Cost
See registration
Age Group
1st - 7th Grade as of Fall 2026

For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.

Register at official site

From the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.

Skills Clinic

October Tuesday Hitting Clinics

Date
October 6th, 2026 - October 27th, 2026
Cost
See registration
Age Group
8th - 11th Grade as of Fall 2025

Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.

Register at official site

From the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.

Camp Tips for Recruits

  • Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.
  • Register early — the best camps fill up months in advance.
  • Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.

What Auburn Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for Power 4 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
64 mphMin
67 mphCompetitive
70 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
72 mphMin
75 mphCompetitive
80 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
2.9 secMin
2.7 secCompetitive
2.6 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
65 mphMin
70 mphCompetitive
74 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
1.9 secMin
1.8 secCompetitive
1.7 secElite
GPA
3.3Min
3.5Competitive
3.8Elite

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Grade:

Recruiting Timeline

D1 contact rules for Auburn. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

September 1 of junior year — coaches can call, text, email, and DM on social media

Campus Visits

Official and unofficial visits with the coaching staff can begin September 1 of junior year (campus visits without recruiting contact are allowed anytime)

Offers & Commitments

Verbal offers can happen anytime (not binding). Written aid offers are signed during the early or regular signing period (the NLI was eliminated in October 2024).

Key Dates

  • September 1, junior year — official contact begins
  • September 1, junior year — official and unofficial visits can begin
  • Early signing period (November) — written aid offer signing
  • Regular signing period (April) — written aid offer signing

Updated for 2025-2026 NCAA rules

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Auburn University softball?

Start by filling out the Auburn University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Auburn University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.

Does Auburn University offer softball scholarships?

Auburn University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.

When are Auburn University softball camps?

Auburn University has 3 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.

Who is the head coach at Auburn University?

The current head coach is Chris & Kate Malveaux. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.

Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Very Competitive

This is an elite D1 program. Recruits typically have extensive travel ball experience, strong academics, and begin the recruiting process early.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr)
$65,337/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$54,629/yr
Median student debt
$21,000
Admission rate
46%

Good Value — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; tuition from IPEDS.

Academic Profile

Avg. net price
$24,323/yr
Students on Pell Grant
13%
SAT range (EBRW + Math)
1260–1390
ACT range
26–31

Avg. net price is the actual average cost after aid — not sticker tuition. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

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Division
D1
Conference
SEC
State
AL
Camps Listed
3

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