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Loyola University Chicago Softball

Loyola University Chicago (LUC) · Chicago, Illinois · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate82%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate73%finish within six years
Undergraduates17,384Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Loyola University Chicago Softball coaches

Coaches at Loyola University Chicago who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Loyola University Chicago competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Atlantic 10 Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
loyolaramblers.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1170–1360
ACTMiddle 50%: 27–32

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Popular majors

AccountingAdvertisingAgroecology and Sustainable AgricultureAncient/Classical Greek Language and LiteratureAnthropology, GeneralApplied Mathematics, GeneralApplied Psychology
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
73% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$52,230
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$37,592
Campus

Where it is

Loyola University Chicago in Chicago.

Location
Chicago, Illinois
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic
Time zone
Central
Website
luc.edu
Overview

About Loyola University Chicago Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Alicia Abbott, the Head Coach, leads the Loyola University Chicago Softball staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. Loyola University Chicago (LUC) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference. Loyola University Chicago is a large private school in Chicago, Illinois with 17,384 undergraduates, a 82% acceptance rate and an average net price of $37,592 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Loyola University Chicago Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Alicia Abbott, the Head Coach and Alaynie Woollard, the Assistant Coach. Loyola University Chicago 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 Alicia can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Loyola University Chicago typically score 1170–1360 on the SAT and 27–32 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Loyola University Chicago staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

Loyola University Chicago Softball FAQ

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

Is Loyola University Chicago D1?

Yes. Loyola University Chicago competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Atlantic 10 Conference.

Is Loyola University Chicago public or private?

Loyola University Chicago is a private nonprofit school in Chicago, Illinois.

What conference is Loyola University Chicago Softball in?

The Atlantic 10 Conference.

Does Loyola University Chicago offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

Loyola University Chicago 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 Loyola University Chicago Softball have?

3 coaches, led by Alicia Abbott, the Head Coach.

How much does Loyola University Chicago cost?

In-state tuition is $52,230 and out-of-state tuition is $52,230 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $37,592.

What is the Loyola University Chicago acceptance rate?

82% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Loyola University Chicago?

Admitted students typically score 1170–1360 on the SAT and 27–32 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Loyola University Chicago 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 June 2026