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University of Louisville Softball

University of Louisville (Louisville) · Louisville, Kentucky · Public university

Acceptance rate79%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate61%finish within six years
Undergraduates23,065Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty14 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of Louisville Softball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where University of Louisville competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Atlantic Coast Conference
Program level
Popular
Athletics site
gocards.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1040–1270
ACTMiddle 50%: 19–27

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Popular majors

AccountingAfrican-American/Black StudiesAnthropology, GeneralArt History, Criticism and ConservationAsian Studies/CivilizationBioengineering and Biomedical EngineeringBiology Teacher Education
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
14 : 1
Graduation rate
61% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Kentucky residents$12,940
Out-of-state tuition$29,286
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$19,785
Campus

Where it is

University of Louisville in Louisville.

Location
Louisville, Kentucky
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
America/Kentucky/Louisville
Website
louisville.edu
Overview

About University of Louisville Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Holly Aprile, the Head Coach, leads the University of Louisville Softball staff of 5 coaches, verified September 2026. University of Louisville (Louisville) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference. University of Louisville is a large public school in Louisville, Kentucky with 23,065 undergraduates, a 79% acceptance rate and an average net price of $19,785 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of Louisville Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Holly Aprile, the Head Coach and Bryan Sabatella, the Assistant Coach. University of Louisville has 5 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 Holly can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of Louisville typically score 1040–1270 on the SAT and 19–27 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 University of Louisville staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

University of Louisville Softball FAQ

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

Is University of Louisville D1?

Yes. University of Louisville competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Atlantic Coast Conference.

Is University of Louisville public or private?

University of Louisville is a public school in Louisville, Kentucky.

What conference is University of Louisville Softball in?

The Atlantic Coast Conference.

Does University of Louisville offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

University of Louisville 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 Louisville Softball have?

5 coaches, led by Holly Aprile, the Head Coach.

How much does University of Louisville cost?

In-state tuition is $12,940 and out-of-state tuition is $29,286 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,785.

What is the University of Louisville acceptance rate?

79% of applicants are admitted.

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

Admitted students typically score 1040–1270 on the SAT and 19–27 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University of Louisville 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