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University of Washington Softball

University of Washington (UW) · Seattle, Washington · Public university

Acceptance rate39%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate85%finish within six years
Undergraduates56,997Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty20 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of Washington Softball coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where University of Washington competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Big Ten Conference
Program level
Elite Program
Athletics site
gohuskies.com
Academics

Academics

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

Popular majors

AccountingActingAerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, GeneralAmerican Indian/Native American StudiesAncient/Classical Greek Language and LiteratureAnthropology, GeneralApplied Mathematics, General
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
20 : 1
Graduation rate
85% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Washington residents$11,869
Out-of-state tuition$42,105
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$11,784
Campus

Where it is

University of Washington in Seattle.

Location
Seattle, Washington
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Pacific
Website
washington.edu
Overview

About University of Washington Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Heather Tarr, the Head Coach, leads the University of Washington Softball staff of 8 coaches, verified September 2026. University of Washington (UW) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Big Ten Conference. University of Washington is a large public school in Seattle, Washington with 56,997 undergraduates, a 39% acceptance rate and an average net price of $11,784 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of Washington Softball

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Heather Tarr, the Head Coach and Brad Kilpatrick, the Assistant Coach. University of Washington has 8 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 Heather 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 Washington staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

University of Washington Softball FAQ

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

Is University of Washington D1?

Yes. University of Washington competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Big Ten Conference.

Is University of Washington public or private?

University of Washington is a public school in Seattle, Washington.

What conference is University of Washington Softball in?

The Big Ten Conference.

Does University of Washington offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

University of Washington 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 Washington Softball have?

8 coaches, led by Heather Tarr, the Head Coach.

How much does University of Washington cost?

In-state tuition is $11,869 and out-of-state tuition is $42,105 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $11,784.

What is the University of Washington acceptance rate?

39% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the University of Washington 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