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University of California, Irvine Softball

University of California, Irvine (UCI) · Irvine, California · Public university

Acceptance rate29%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate87%finish within six years
Undergraduates37,297Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty19 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of California, Irvine Softball coaches

Coaches at University of California, Irvine who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where University of California, Irvine competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Big West Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
gohighlanders.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, GeneralAfrican-American/Black StudiesAnthropology, GeneralArt History, Criticism and ConservationArt/Art Studies, GeneralAsian-American StudiesBioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
19 : 1
Graduation rate
87% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor California residents$12,260
Out-of-state tuition$44,148
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$15,889
Campus

Where it is

University of California, Irvine in Irvine.

Location
Irvine, California
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Pacific
Website
uci.edu
Overview

About University of California, Irvine Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Brittney Matta, the Head Softball Coach, leads the University of California, Irvine Softball staff of 3 coaches, verified September 2026. University of California, Irvine (UCI) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Big West Conference. University of California, Irvine is a large public school in Irvine, California with 37,297 undergraduates, a 29% acceptance rate and an average net price of $15,889 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of California, Irvine Softball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Brittney Matta, the Head Softball Coach and Brandon Maurer, the Assistant Softball Coach. University of California, Irvine has 3 coaches for Softball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, and measurables like pitching speed, exit velocity or pop time in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Brittney can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of California, Irvine staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

University of California, Irvine Softball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is University of California, Irvine D1?

Yes. University of California, Irvine competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Big West Conference.

Is University of California, Irvine public or private?

University of California, Irvine is a public school in Irvine, California.

What conference is University of California, Irvine Softball in?

The Big West Conference.

Does University of California, Irvine offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

University of California, Irvine competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does University of California, Irvine Softball have?

3 coaches, led by Brittney Matta, the Head Softball Coach.

How much does University of California, Irvine cost?

In-state tuition is $12,260 and out-of-state tuition is $44,148 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,889.

What is the University of California, Irvine acceptance rate?

29% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the University of California, Irvine Softball coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified September 2026