Orange Softball
Syracuse University
ACC · Syracuse, NY
$63K
In-state tuition
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
81%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $18K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- ACC
- Location
- Syracuse, NY
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Shannon Doepking
Head Coach
s•••@syr.eduTravis Owen
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Syracuse Softball December Skills Camp
- Date
- Date TBD
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Position-specific skill development, not a tryout setting.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Syracuse Softball January Skills Camp
- Date
- January (date TBD)
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Position-specific skill development, not a tryout setting.
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
- College camps at your target schools offer the best return on investment — coaches see you on their campus.
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
- Avoid expensive events that promise 'exposure' but have no confirmed college coaching attendance.
What Syracuse Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Syracuse. 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
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Tournament Attendance
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Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists Syracuse on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Syracuse University softball?
Start by filling out the Syracuse University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Syracuse University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Syracuse University offer softball scholarships?
Syracuse University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are Syracuse University softball camps?
Syracuse University has 2 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Syracuse University?
The current head coach is Shannon Doepking. 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)
- $79,164/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $60,459/yr
- Median student debt
- $26,000
- Admission rate
- 46%
Consider ROI — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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- ACC
- State
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- Camps Listed
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