Terriers Softball
Boston University
Patriot · Boston, MA
$65K
In-state tuition
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
90%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $18K
NCAA Tournament 5 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Patriot
- Location
- Boston, MA
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Ashley Waters
Head Coach
Becca Carden
Associate Head Coach (12th Season)
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Camps & Clinics
Boston University Softball Camps
- Date
- Date TBD
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Terrier Fall Mini Clinic | September 12th
- Date
- 09/12/2026
- Cost
- $250
- Age Group
- 7th Grade - 12th Grade
Position-specific skill development, not a tryout setting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Boston, MA, Sep 12–Sep 13. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Terrier Softball Fall Clinic | October 10th
- Date
- 10/10/2026
- Cost
- $350
- Age Group
- 7th Grade - 12th Grade
Position-specific skill development, not a tryout setting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Boston, MA, Oct 10–Oct 11. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- Bring printed copies of your recruiting profile to hand to coaches after your session.
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
- After any camp, follow up with an email to every coach you interacted with within 48 hours.
What Boston Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Boston. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
September 1 of junior year — coaches can call, text, email, and DM on social media
Campus Visits
Official and unofficial visits with the coaching staff can begin September 1 of junior year (campus visits without recruiting contact are allowed anytime)
Offers & Commitments
Verbal offers can happen anytime (not binding). Written aid offers are signed during the early or regular signing period (the NLI was eliminated in October 2024).
Key Dates
- September 1, junior year — official contact begins
- September 1, junior year — official and unofficial visits can begin
- Early signing period (November) — written aid offer signing
- Regular signing period (April) — written aid offer signing
Updated for 2025-2026 NCAA rules
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Boston University softball?
Start by filling out the Boston University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Boston University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Boston University offer softball scholarships?
Boston University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are Boston University softball camps?
Boston University has 3 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Boston University?
The current head coach is Ashley Waters. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This is an elite D1 program. Recruits typically have extensive travel ball experience, strong academics, and begin the recruiting process early.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $83,238/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $65,655/yr
- Median student debt
- $23,250
- Admission rate
- 11%
Consider ROI — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
Academic Profile
- Avg. net price
- $24,402/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 19%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1420–1530
- ACT range
- 32–34
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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- Division
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- Conference
- Patriot
- State
- MA
- Camps Listed
- 3
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