South Carolina Softball
University of South Carolina · Gamecocks
SEC · Columbia, SC
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$13K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $35K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
78%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $13K
NCAA Tournament 4 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
South Carolina softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.
- Conference level
- Power Conference
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $25,246
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $47,492Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 35%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 36,579
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- SEC
- Location
- Columbia, SC
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Ashley Chastain Woodard
Head Coach
Megan Smith
Associate Head Coach
Dani Hofer
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
The Gamecock Experience
- Date
- 10/02/2026 - 10/04/2026
- Cost
- $255.00
- Age Group
- All ages
The listing doesn't say what kind of camp this is — check the registration page.
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Elite Team Camp | October
- Date
- 10/11/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- High School
Your travel team attends together — less individual evaluation than a prospect camp.
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Palmetto State Clinic Series: Gamecocks in Florence
- Date
- 10/18/2026
- Cost
- $55.00
- Age Group
- All ages
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
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Palmetto State Clinic Series: Gamecocks in Greenville
- Date
- 10/25/2026
- Cost
- $105.00
- Age Group
- All ages
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Elite Prospect Camp | December 5th
- Date
- 12/05/2026
- Cost
- $330.00
- Age Group
- High School
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
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Elite Team Camp | December
- Date
- 12/06/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- High School
Your travel team attends together — less individual evaluation than a prospect camp.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
MLK Elite Prospect Camp
- Date
- 01/18/2027
- Cost
- $330.00
- Age Group
- High School
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for 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
- Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
- College camps at your target schools offer the best return on investment — coaches see you on their campus.
- Your club coach is your best resource for identifying which events are worth your money and time.
What South Carolina Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for South Carolina. 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 South Carolina softball?
Start by filling out the University of South Carolina recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of South Carolina coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does University of South Carolina offer softball scholarships?
University of South Carolina 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 South Carolina softball camps?
University of South Carolina has 7 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at University of South Carolina?
The current head coach is Ashley Chastain Woodard. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.
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)
- $62,177/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $50,621/yr
- Median student debt
- $21,500
- Admission rate
- 60%
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
- $22,811/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 19%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1180–1360
- ACT range
- 26–32
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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- Division
- D1
- Conference
- SEC
- State
- SC
- Camps Listed
- 7
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