Western Illinois Softball
Western Illinois University · Leathernecks
Ohio Valley · Macomb, IL
$15K
In-state tuition
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
45%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $11K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Western Illinois softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.
- Conference level
- Mid-Major
- Est. year, all in
- $25,872Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 47%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 7,073
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Ohio Valley
- Location
- Macomb, IL
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Alisa Goler
Head Coach
a•••@wiu.eduCollin Hopkins
Assistant Coach
c•••@wiu.eduTori McQueen
Graduate Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Elite Prospect Camp
- Date
- 10/10/2026
- Cost
- $125
- Age Group
- 9th Grade - College Junior
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Macomb, IL, Oct 10–Oct 11. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
High School Camp
- Date
- 10/25/2026
- Cost
- $40
- Age Group
- 13 - 18
The listing doesn't say what kind of camp this is — check the registration page.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Macomb, IL, Oct 25–Oct 26. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Kids Camp
- Date
- 10/25/2026
- Cost
- $40
- Age Group
- 8 - 12
For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Macomb, IL, Oct 25–Oct 26. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
- Register early — the best camps fill up months in advance.
- Avoid expensive events that promise 'exposure' but have no confirmed college coaching attendance.
What Western Illinois Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Western Illinois. 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 Western Illinois University softball?
Start by filling out the Western Illinois University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Western Illinois University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Western Illinois University offer softball scholarships?
Western Illinois University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are Western Illinois University softball camps?
Western Illinois University has 3 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Western Illinois University?
The current head coach is Alisa Goler. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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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)
- $54,163/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $43,057/yr
- Median student debt
- $25,251
- Admission rate
- 71%
Average 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
- $12,937/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 28%
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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- State
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- Camps Listed
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