Ragin' Cajuns Softball
University of Louisiana
Sun Belt · Lafayette, LA
$10K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $24K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
52%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $12K
NCAA Tournament 4 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Sun Belt
- Location
- Lafayette, LA
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
What Louisiana Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Louisiana. 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
Alyson Habetz
Head Coach
Lacy Prejean
Assistant Coach
l•••@louisiana.eduBill Shipman
Assistant Coach
b•••@louisiana.eduKyle Brady
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Camp dates not yet available for Louisiana.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by University of Louisiana softball?
Start by filling out the University of Louisiana recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of Louisiana coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does University of Louisiana offer softball scholarships?
University of Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
The current head coach is Alyson Habetz. 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)
- $63,268/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $50,220/yr
- Median student debt
- $20,500
- Admission rate
- 14%
Strong Value — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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Quick Facts
- Division
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- Conference
- Sun Belt
- State
- LA
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