West Chester Softball
West Chester University · Golden Rams
PSAC · West Chester, PA
$11K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $23K
7.2
Scholarships
equivalencies (partial scholarships)
71%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $12K
Tuition and graduation rate: College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026. Room and board: IPEDS 2023-2024.
West Chester softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D2.
- Conference level
- Division II
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $23,249
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $35,073Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 38%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 17,076
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard (released June 10, 2026). Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- PSAC
- Location
- West Chester, PA
- Scholarships
- 7.2 equivalencies
Coaching Staff
Hayley Tamaro
Head Coach
H•••@wcupa.eduVerified against the school's athletics site
Todd Garber
Assistant Coach
Bryan Garrett
Assistant Coach
Madison Melvin
Assistant Coach
John Lawson
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Purple & Gold Softball Instructional Clinic
- Date
- 12/06/2026
- Cost
- $150
- Age Group
- All ages
WCU Softball Purple & Gold Instructional ClinicSturzebecker Health Science Center Gyms855 South New Street, West Chester PASunday, December 6, 202610:00 AM-1:30 PMPurple and Gold Prospect Clinics are open to prospective student athletes in 7th,8th 9th, 10th, 11, or 12th grade that are interested in
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in West Chester, PA, Dec 6–Dec 7. Check hotel prices →
From the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
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- After any camp, follow up with an email to every coach you interacted with within 48 hours.
- Your club coach is your best resource for identifying which events are worth your money and time.
- Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.
What West Chester Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D2 contact rules for West Chester. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
Any time — D2 softball coaches can call, text, email, and DM with no date restriction
Campus Visits
Unofficial visits anytime; in-person contact with coaches (on or off campus) and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year
Offers & Commitments
Verbal offers can happen anytime and are not binding. Softball has one signing date (the second Wednesday of November of senior year) and no separate spring period; each school sets its own final deadline. (The written offer of athletics aid replaced the NLI in October 2024.)
Key Dates
- Any time — electronic contact allowed
- June 15 after sophomore year — in-person contact and official visits open
- Second Wednesday of November, senior year — signing opens (no spring period)
Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules
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Create your accountWest Chester softball roster outlook
West Chester carries 31 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 8 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (3).
- Pitchers: 1 leaving, 7 returning.1 leaving
- Catchers: 2 leaving, 4 returning.2 leaving
- Infielders: 3 leaving, 6 returning.3 leaving
- Outfielders: 2 leaving, 6 returning.2 leaving
See as a table
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 1 | 7 |
| Catchers | 2 | 4 |
| Infielders | 3 | 6 |
| Outfielders | 2 | 6 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by West Chester University softball?
Start by filling out the West Chester University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where West Chester University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does West Chester University offer softball scholarships?
West Chester University is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.
When are West Chester University softball camps?
West Chester University has 1 camp listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at West Chester University?
The current head coach is Hayley Tamaro. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This program offers good opportunities for dedicated student-athletes. Travel ball experience and solid academics will strengthen your candidacy.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $61,258/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $51,013/yr
- Median student debt
- $23,500
- Admission rate
- 78%
Good Value — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Academic Profile
- Avg. net price
- $23,331/yr
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1100–1270
- ACT range
- 24–28
Avg. net price is the actual average cost after aid — not sticker tuition. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026.
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Quick Facts
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- PSAC
- State
- PA
- Camps Listed
- 1
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