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University of South Florida Softball

University of South Florida (USF) · Tampa, Florida · Public university

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NCAA IAmerican Athletic Conference
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Acceptance rate43%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate77%finish within six years
Undergraduates49,622Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty22 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of South Florida Softball coaches

Coaches at University of South Florida who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.

Ken EriksenHead Coach
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Jim BeitiaAssistant Coach
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Karla Claudio RiveraAssistant Coach
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Athletics

The program

Where University of South Florida competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
American Athletic Conference
Program level
Popular
Athletics site
gousfbulls.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1130–1320
ACTMiddle 50%: 24–29

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Popular majors

AccountingAfrican-American/Black StudiesAnthropology, GeneralArt History, Criticism and ConservationArt/Art Studies, GeneralAudiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/PathologistBioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
Test policy
Required
Student-to-faculty
22 : 1
Graduation rate
77% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Florida residents$4,559
Out-of-state tuition$15,473
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$11,579
Campus

Where it is

University of South Florida in Tampa.

Location
Tampa, Florida
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
usf.edu
Overview

About University of South Florida Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Ken Eriksen, the Head Coach, leads the University of South Florida Softball staff of 4 coaches, verified September 2026. University of South Florida (USF) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the American Athletic Conference. University of South Florida is a large public school in Tampa, Florida with 49,622 undergraduates, a 43% acceptance rate and an average net price of $11,579 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of South Florida Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Ken Eriksen, the Head Coach and Jim Beitia, the Assistant Coach. University of South Florida has 4 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 Ken can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of South Florida typically score 1130–1320 on the SAT and 24–29 on the ACT, and testing is required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of South Florida staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

University of South Florida Softball FAQ

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

Is University of South Florida D1?

Yes. University of South Florida competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the American Athletic Conference.

Is University of South Florida public or private?

University of South Florida is a public school in Tampa, Florida.

What conference is University of South Florida Softball in?

The American Athletic Conference.

Does University of South Florida offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

University of South Florida 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 South Florida Softball have?

4 coaches, led by Ken Eriksen, the Head Coach.

How much does University of South Florida cost?

In-state tuition is $4,559 and out-of-state tuition is $15,473 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $11,579.

What is the University of South Florida acceptance rate?

43% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of South Florida?

Admitted students typically score 1130–1320 on the SAT and 24–29 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University of South Florida Softball coaches?

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

Coaching staff verified September 2026