River Hawks Softball
UMass Lowell
America East · Lowell, MA
$17K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $35K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
70%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $15K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- America East
- Location
- Lowell, MA
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for UMass Lowell. 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
Jen Starek
Head Coach
J•••@uml.eduBrenna Martini
Associate Head Coach
B•••@uml.eduBrittany McNulla
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by UMass Lowell softball?
Start by filling out the UMass Lowell recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where UMass Lowell coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does UMass Lowell offer softball scholarships?
UMass Lowell 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 UMass Lowell?
The current head coach is Jen Starek. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Recruiting Difficulty
This is a competitive D1 program. Strong travel ball and academic credentials are expected. Start reaching out to coaches early.
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Quick Facts
- Division
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- Conference
- America East
- State
- MA
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