Nevada Softball
University of Nevada · Wolf Pack
Mountain West · Reno, NV
$9K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $26K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
62%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $14K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Nevada softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.
- Conference level
- High Major
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $22,694
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $39,650Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 31%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 21,778
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Mountain West
- Location
- Reno, NV
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Victoria Hayward
Head Coach
s•••@unr.eduCarli Cutler
Assistant Coach
s•••@unr.eduJillian Celis
Assistant Coach
s•••@unr.eduSara Groenewegen
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Mini Wolves Fall Camp Series | October 12th
- Date
- October 12th, 2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Mini Wolves Fall Camp Series | October 18th
- Date
- October 18th, 2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Mini Wolves Fall Camp Series | October 30th
- Date
- October 30th, 2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.
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
- Bring printed copies of your recruiting profile to hand to coaches after your session.
- Avoid expensive events that promise 'exposure' but have no confirmed college coaching attendance.
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
What Nevada Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Nevada. 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 Nevada on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.
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Nevada softball roster outlook
Nevada carries 20 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 0 | 5 |
| Catchers | 1 | 1 |
| Infielders | 2 | 4 |
| Outfielders | 2 | 4 |
| Utility | 0 | 1 |
From the program's published 2026-2027 roster. “Leaving” counts seniors and graduate students; juniors who transfer or leave early are not included, and players with remaining eligibility can return.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by University of Nevada softball?
Start by filling out the University of Nevada recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of Nevada coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does University of Nevada offer softball scholarships?
University of Nevada 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 Nevada softball camps?
University of Nevada has 3 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at University of Nevada?
The current head coach is Victoria Hayward. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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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)
- $60,614/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $49,182/yr
- Median student debt
- $18,922
- Admission rate
- 74%
Strong 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
- $15,927/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 23%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1060–1290
- ACT range
- 19–26
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
- Mountain West
- State
- NV
- Camps Listed
- 3
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