Terrapins Softball
University of Maryland
Big Ten · College Park, MD
$12K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $40K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
89%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $15K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Big Ten
- Location
- College Park, MD
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Lauren Karn
Head Coach
l•••@umd.eduKatey Hendershott
Assistant Softball Coach
k•••@umd.eduJen Lapicki
Assistant Softball Coach
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Camps & Clinics
University of Maryland Softball Camps
- Date
- Date TBD
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
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
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
- Bring printed copies of your recruiting profile to hand to coaches after your session.
- Your club coach is your best resource for identifying which events are worth your money and time.
What Maryland Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Maryland. 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 Maryland softball?
Start by filling out the University of Maryland recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of Maryland coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does University of Maryland offer softball scholarships?
University of Maryland 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 Maryland softball camps?
University of Maryland has 1 camp listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at University of Maryland?
The current head coach is Lauren Karn. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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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)
- $88,174/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $82,754/yr
- Median student debt
- $15,000
Strong Value — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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