Bulls Softball
University of South Florida
American · Tampa, FL
$6K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $17K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
75%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $14K
NCAA Tournament 4 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- American
- Location
- Tampa, FL
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for USF. 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
Ken Eriksen
Head Coach
Karla Claudio Rivera
Assistant Coach
k•••@usf.eduLisa Navas
Assistant Coach
l•••@usf.eduJim Beitia
Assistant Coach / Director of Operations
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Tournament Attendance
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Camps & Clinics
Camp dates not yet available for USF.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by University of South Florida softball?
Start by filling out the University of South Florida recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of South Florida coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does University of South Florida offer softball scholarships?
University of South Florida 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 South Florida?
The current head coach is Ken Eriksen. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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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)
- $57,743/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $48,328/yr
- Median student debt
- $17,988
- Admission rate
- 43%
Strong Value — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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