Gardner-Webb Softball
Gardner-Webb University · Runnin' Bulldogs
Big South · Boiling Springs, NC
$33K
In-state tuition
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
62%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $11K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Gardner-Webb softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.
- Conference level
- Mid-Major
- Est. year, all in
- $44,220Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 50%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 3,125
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Big South
- Location
- Boiling Springs, NC
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Matt Burns
Head Coach
Jazmyne Armendariz
Assistant Coach
Ella Whitney
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Hitting Clinic | October 24th
- Date
- 10/24/2026
- Cost
- $85
- Age Group
- 7th Grade - 12th Grade
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Boiling Springs, NC, Oct 24–Oct 25. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Hitting, Pitching, Infield Clinics | December 4th
- Date
- 12/04/2026
- Cost
- $96.00
- Age Group
- 7th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Elite Prospect Camp III
- Date
- 10/03/2026
- Cost
- $202.00
- Age Group
- 7th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Elite Prospect Camp IV
- Date
- 12/05/2026
- Cost
- $202.00
- Age Group
- 7th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Team Camp I | October 31st
- Date
- 10/31/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- 9th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
Your travel team attends together — less individual evaluation than a prospect camp.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Team Camp II | November 21st
- Date
- 11/21/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- 9th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
Your travel team attends together — less individual evaluation than a prospect camp.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Team Camp III | December 13th
- Date
- 12/13/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- 9th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
Your travel team attends together — less individual evaluation than a prospect camp.
Register at official siteFrom 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.
- Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
- Your club coach is your best resource for identifying which events are worth your money and time.
What Gardner-Webb Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Gardner-Webb. 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 Gardner-Webb University softball?
Start by filling out the Gardner-Webb University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Gardner-Webb University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Gardner-Webb University offer softball scholarships?
Gardner-Webb University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are Gardner-Webb University softball camps?
Gardner-Webb University has 7 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Gardner-Webb University?
The current head coach is Matt Burns. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.
Follow Gardner-Webb Softball
Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This is a competitive D1 program. Strong travel ball and academic credentials are expected. Start reaching out to coaches early.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $48,039/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $43,996/yr
- Median student debt
- $24,222
- Admission rate
- 77%
Consider ROI — 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
- $17,674/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 37%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 975–1198
- ACT range
- 19–25
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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- State
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