Florida Softball
University of Florida · Gators
SEC · Gainesville, FL
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$6K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $29K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
92%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $12K
WCWS 3 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Florida softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.
- Conference level
- Power Conference
- In the job since
- 2002
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $17,881
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $40,159Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 21%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 54,814
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level and coaching data: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- SEC
- Location
- Gainesville, FL
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Tim Walton
Head Coach
Aric Thomas
Assistant Coach - Recruiting Coordinator
Francesca Enea
Assistant Coach
Stephanie VanBrakle Prothro
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
University of Florida Softball Camps
- Date
- Date TBD
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
The listing doesn't say what kind of camp this is — check the registration page.
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What Florida Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Florida. 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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Tournament Attendance
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Florida softball roster outlook
Florida carries 21 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 8 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at pitchers (4).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 4 | 4 |
| Catchers | 2 | 0 |
| Infielders | 0 | 5 |
| Outfielders | 1 | 3 |
| Utility | 1 | 1 |
From the program's published 2026-2027 roster. “Leaving” counts seniors and graduate students; juniors who transfer or leave early are not included, and players with remaining eligibility can return.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by University of Florida softball?
Start by filling out the University of Florida recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of Florida coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does University of Florida offer softball scholarships?
University of Florida is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are University of Florida softball camps?
University of Florida has 1 camp listed, but none with a confirmed date yet. Check the camps section above for costs and registration links.
Who is the head coach at University of Florida?
The current head coach is Tim Walton. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.
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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)
- $71,588/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $56,398/yr
- Median student debt
- $15,000
- Admission rate
- 24%
Strong 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
- $6,541/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 22%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1320–1480
- ACT range
- 29–33
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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