Huskies Softball
University of Connecticut
Big East · Storrs, CT
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$20K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $43K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
84%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $14K
NCAA Tournament 2 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Big East
- Location
- Storrs, CT
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
What UConn Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for UConn. 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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Coaching Staff
Laura Valentino
Head Coach
s•••@uconn.eduMackenzie Keyes
Associate Head Coach
m•••@uconn.eduGiselle Juarez-Presley
Assistant Coach
g•••@uconn.eduSydney Fleming
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Camp dates not yet available for UConn.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by University of Connecticut softball?
Start by filling out the University of Connecticut recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of Connecticut coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does University of Connecticut offer softball scholarships?
University of Connecticut is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
Who is the head coach at University of Connecticut?
The current head coach is Laura Valentino. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Location
Recruiting Difficulty
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)
- $73,997/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $63,322/yr
- Median student debt
- $21,500
- Admission rate
- 52%
Average Value — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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