Cavaliers Softball
University of Virginia
ACC · Charlottesville, VA
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$21K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $58K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
95%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $14K
NCAA Tournament 3 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- ACC
- Location
- Charlottesville, VA
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
What Virginia Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Virginia. 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
Joanna Hardin
Head Coach
Charla Echols
Associate Head Coach
Marc Rardin
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by University of Virginia softball?
Start by filling out the University of Virginia recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where University of Virginia coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does University of Virginia offer softball scholarships?
University of Virginia 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 Virginia?
The current head coach is Joanna Hardin. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.
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)
- $86,863/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $72,359/yr
- Median student debt
- $17,500
- Admission rate
- 17%
Good Value — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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Quick Facts
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- Conference
- ACC
- State
- VA
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