D1Big 12
Very Competitive

Jayhawks Softball

University of Kansas

Big 12 · Lawrence, KS

Strong ProgramRPI #48U.S. News #90Grads earn $62K/yr

$12K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $29K

Up to 25

Scholarships

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

69%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $11K

NCAA Tournament 1 of last 5 years

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Program Info

Division
D1
Conference
Big 12
Location
Lawrence, KS
Scholarships
Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)

Coaching Staff

Jennifer McFalls

Head Coach

Established9 years at Kansas
j•••@ku.edu

Laura Heberling

Associate Head Coach

l•••@ku.edu

Justin Lewis

Assistant Coach

J•••@ku.edu

Jason Gwyn

Assistant Coach

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Camps & Clinics

Prospect Camp

University of Kansas Softball Camps

Date
Date TBD
Cost
See registration
Age Group
All ages

Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.

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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.
  • Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
  • After any camp, follow up with an email to every coach you interacted with within 48 hours.

What Kansas 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)
3.1 secMin
2.9 secCompetitive
2.8 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
60 mphMin
63 mphCompetitive
66 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
1.9 secMin
1.8 secCompetitive
1.7 secElite
GPA
3.2Min
3.4Competitive
3.7Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D1 contact rules for Kansas. 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 University of Kansas softball?

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

Does University of Kansas offer softball scholarships?

University of Kansas 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 Kansas softball camps?

University of Kansas has 1 camp listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.

Who is the head coach at University of Kansas?

The current head coach is Jennifer McFalls. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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)
$61,945/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$51,217/yr
Median student debt
$21,000
Admission rate
93%

Good Value — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard

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Quick Facts

Division
D1
Conference
Big 12
State
KS
Camps Listed
1

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