D1SEC
Very Competitive

LSU Softball

Louisiana State University · Tigers

SEC · Baton Rouge, LA

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Elite ProgramRPI #15U.S. News #88Grads earn $61K/yr

$12K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $29K

Up to 25

Scholarships

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

71%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $14K

NCAA Tournament 6 of last 5 years

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

LSU 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
2012
Est. in-state year, all in
$26,250
Est. out-of-state year, all in
$42,927Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
33%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
39,418

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level and coaching data: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D1
Conference
SEC
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Scholarships
Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)

Coaching Staff

Beth Torina

Head Coach

Established14 years at LSU
b•••@lsu.edu
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Camps & Clinics

Skills Clinic

October Small Group Clinics

Date
Date TBD
Cost
$210
Age Group
All ages

Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.

Register at official site

From the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.

Camp

December Winter Camp

Date
Winter (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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Skills Clinic

January All Skills Camp

Date
January (date TBD)
Cost
See registration
Age Group
All ages

Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.

Register at official site

From the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.

Camp Tips for Recruits

  • Register early — the best camps fill up months in advance.
  • Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
  • After any camp, follow up with an email to every coach you interacted with within 48 hours.

What LSU 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)
2.9 secMin
2.7 secCompetitive
2.6 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
65 mphMin
70 mphCompetitive
74 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
1.9 secMin
1.8 secCompetitive
1.7 secElite
GPA
3.3Min
3.5Competitive
3.8Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D1 contact rules for LSU. 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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Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists LSU on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.

Don Battles On
Nov 20, 2026Ontario, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Louisiana State University softball?

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

Does Louisiana State University offer softball scholarships?

Louisiana State University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.

When are Louisiana State University softball camps?

Louisiana State University has 3 camps listed, but none with a confirmed date yet. Check the camps section above for costs and registration links.

Who is the head coach at Louisiana State University?

The current head coach is Beth Torina. 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)
$61,251/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$49,218/yr
Median student debt
$20,500
Admission rate
73%

Good 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
$19,151/yr
Students on Pell Grant
27%
SAT range (EBRW + Math)
1180–1340
ACT range
24–30

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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Quick Facts

Division
D1
Conference
SEC
State
LA
Camps Listed
3

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