Western Michigan Softball
Western Michigan University · Broncos
MAC · Kalamazoo, MI
$15K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $19K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
58%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $12K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Western Michigan 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. in-state year, all in
- $27,011
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $30,811Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 49%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 16,693
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- MAC
- Location
- Kalamazoo, MI
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Marlee Wilson
Head Coach
m•••@wmich.eduMorgan VanderBor
Assistant Coach
m•••@wmich.eduErika Kloosterman
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Winter Bronco Softball Elite Prospect Camp
- Date
- 12/05/2026
- Cost
- $275
- Age Group
- 8th 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 Kalamazoo, MI, Dec 5–Dec 6. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Winter Bronco Softball Elite Prospect Camp 2
- Date
- 12/06/2026
- Cost
- $275
- Age Group
- 8th 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 Kalamazoo, MI, Dec 6–Dec 7. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Bronco 16U Team Camp
- Date
- 01/03/2027
- Cost
- $0 - $800
- Age Group
- 9th Grade - 11th Grade
Your travel team attends together — less individual evaluation than a prospect camp.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Kalamazoo, MI, Jan 3–Jan 4. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
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What Western Michigan Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Western Michigan. 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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Tournament Attendance
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Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists Western Michigan on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.
Attended in past seasons
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Western Michigan University softball?
Start by filling out the Western Michigan University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Western Michigan University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Western Michigan University offer softball scholarships?
Western Michigan 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 Michigan University softball camps?
Western Michigan University has 3 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Western Michigan University?
The current head coach is Marlee Wilson. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
Follow Western Michigan Softball
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)
- $53,562/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $45,356/yr
- Median student debt
- $26,188
- Admission rate
- 85%
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
- $15,273/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 27%
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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- Division
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- Conference
- MAC
- State
- MI
- Camps Listed
- 3
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