University of North Carolina Softball
ACC · Chapel Hill, NC
$9K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $39K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
92%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $13K
NCAA Tournament 1 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- ACC
- Location
- Chapel Hill, NC
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Megan Smith Lyon
Head Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Lil Sis Program
- Date
- 01/01/2026 - 12/31/2026
- Cost
- Sold Out
- Age Group
- 1st - 6th Grade as of Fall 2025
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Tar Heel Summer Elite Prospect 2-Day Camp
- Date
- 08/08/2026 - 08/09/2026
- Cost
- Wait List
- Age Group
- 8th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
Top-tier camp for advanced players, often invite-only.
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
- Bring printed copies of your recruiting profile to hand to coaches after your session.
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
- Your club coach is your best resource for identifying which events are worth your money and time.
What North Carolina Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for North 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 North Carolina softball?
Start by filling out the University of North Carolina recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of North Carolina coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does University of North Carolina offer softball scholarships?
University of North 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 North Carolina softball camps?
University of North Carolina has 2 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at University of North Carolina?
The current head coach is Megan Smith Lyon. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.
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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.
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- Division
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- Conference
- ACC
- State
- NC
- Camps Listed
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