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University of North Carolina, Wilmington Softball

University of North Carolina, Wilmington (UNCW) · Wilmington, North Carolina · Public university

Acceptance rate64%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate71%finish within six years
Undergraduates18,848Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty17 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of North Carolina, Wilmington Softball coaches

Coaches at University of North Carolina, Wilmington who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where University of North Carolina, Wilmington competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Colonial Athletic Association
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
uncgspartans.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1230–1340
ACTMiddle 50%: 24–29

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Popular majors

Anthropology, GeneralArt History, Criticism and ConservationBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralCinematography and Film/Video ProductionComputer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
17 : 1
Graduation rate
71% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor North Carolina residents$4,443
Out-of-state tuition$21,318
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$18,976
Campus

Where it is

University of North Carolina, Wilmington in Wilmington.

Location
Wilmington, North Carolina
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
uncw.edu
Overview

About University of North Carolina, Wilmington Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Ashley Wade, the Head Coach, leads the University of North Carolina, Wilmington Softball staff of 4 coaches, verified June 2026. University of North Carolina, Wilmington (UNCW) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Colonial Athletic Association. University of North Carolina, Wilmington is a large public school in Wilmington, North Carolina with 18,848 undergraduates, a 64% acceptance rate and an average net price of $18,976 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of North Carolina, Wilmington Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Ashley Wade, the Head Coach and Abbey Latham, the Assistant Coach. University of North Carolina, Wilmington 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 Ashley can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of North Carolina, Wilmington typically score 1230–1340 on the SAT and 24–29 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 North Carolina, Wilmington staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

University of North Carolina, Wilmington Softball FAQ

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

Is University of North Carolina, Wilmington D1?

Yes. University of North Carolina, Wilmington competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Colonial Athletic Association.

Is University of North Carolina, Wilmington public or private?

University of North Carolina, Wilmington is a public school in Wilmington, North Carolina.

What conference is University of North Carolina, Wilmington Softball in?

The Colonial Athletic Association.

Does University of North Carolina, Wilmington offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

University of North Carolina, Wilmington 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 North Carolina, Wilmington Softball have?

4 coaches, led by Ashley Wade, the Head Coach.

How much does University of North Carolina, Wilmington cost?

In-state tuition is $4,443 and out-of-state tuition is $21,318 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $18,976.

What is the University of North Carolina, Wilmington acceptance rate?

64% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of North Carolina, Wilmington?

Admitted students typically score 1230–1340 on the SAT and 24–29 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University of North Carolina, Wilmington 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