D2GSC
Moderately Competitive

Alabama in Huntsville Softball

University of Alabama in Huntsville · Chargers

GSC · Huntsville, AL

Developing ProgramGrads earn $62K/yr

$12K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $25K

7.2

Scholarships

equivalencies (partial scholarships)

62%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $11K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Alabama in Huntsville softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D2.

Conference level
Division II
Est. in-state year, all in
$22,892
Est. out-of-state year, all in
$35,784Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
34%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
8,743

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D2
Conference
GSC
Location
Huntsville, AL
Scholarships
7.2 equivalencies

What Alabama in Huntsville Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D2 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
56 mphMin
58 mphCompetitive
62 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
64 mphMin
67 mphCompetitive
72 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3.2 secMin
3 secCompetitive
2.9 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
56 mphMin
59 mphCompetitive
62 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
2.1 secMin
2 secCompetitive
1.85 secElite
GPA
2.5Min
3Competitive
3.4Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D2 contact rules for Alabama in Huntsville. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

Any time — D2 softball coaches can call, text, email, and DM with no date restriction

Campus Visits

Unofficial visits anytime; in-person contact with coaches (on or off campus) and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year

Offers & Commitments

Verbal offers can happen anytime and are not binding. Softball has one signing date (the second Wednesday of November of senior year) and no separate spring period; each school sets its own final deadline. (The written offer of athletics aid replaced the NLI in October 2024.)

Key Dates

  • Any time — electronic contact allowed
  • June 15 after sophomore year — in-person contact and official visits open
  • Second Wednesday of November, senior year — signing opens (no spring period)

Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules

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Coaching Staff

Melanie Carter

Head Coach

m•••@uah.edu

Annie Willis

Assistant Coach

A•••@uah.edu

Anna Kate Segars

Graduate Assistant Coach

Maddie Cartron

Graduate Assistant Coach

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Alabama in Huntsville softball roster outlook

Alabama in Huntsville carries 21 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 7 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at pitchers (5).

Alabama in Huntsville 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
PositionLeavingReturning
Pitchers53
Catchers03
Infielders03
Outfielders05
Utility20

From the program's published 2026-2027 roster. “Leaving” counts seniors and graduate students; juniors who transfer or leave early are not included, and players with remaining eligibility can return.

Camps & Clinics

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Does University of Alabama in Huntsville offer softball scholarships?

University of Alabama in Huntsville is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.

Who is the head coach at University of Alabama in Huntsville?

The current head coach is Melanie Carter. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Moderately Competitive

This program offers good opportunities for dedicated student-athletes. Travel ball experience and solid academics will strengthen your candidacy.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr)
$61,767/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$55,610/yr
Median student debt
$20,705
Admission rate
69%

Good Value — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; tuition from IPEDS.

Academic Profile

Avg. net price
$18,796/yr
Students on Pell Grant
25%
SAT range (EBRW + Math)
1210–1410
ACT range
24–31

Avg. net price is the actual average cost after aid — not sticker tuition. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

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Quick Facts

Division
D2
Conference
GSC
State
AL
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