UMBC Softball
Retrievers
America East · Baltimore, MD
$13K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $30K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
71%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $14K
NCAA Tournament 3 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
UMBC softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.
- Conference level
- Low Major
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $27,156
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $44,512Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 28%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 14,148
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- America East
- Location
- Baltimore, MD
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for UMBC. 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
Chris Stelma
Head Coach
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Tournament Attendance
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Attended in past seasons
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UMBC softball roster outlook
UMBC carries 20 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 4 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 0 | 5 |
| Catchers | 0 | 4 |
| Infielders | 2 | 3 |
| Outfielders | 2 | 4 |
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.
Camps & Clinics
Camp dates not yet available for UMBC.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by UMBC softball?
Start by filling out the UMBC recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where UMBC coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does UMBC offer softball scholarships?
UMBC 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 UMBC?
The current head coach is Chris Stelma. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.
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)
- $69,960/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $55,137/yr
- Median student debt
- $19,500
- Admission rate
- 72%
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
- $16,467/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 30%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1240–1420
- ACT range
- 25–31
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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