How University of Tennessee softball compares
Against all 305 softball programs in NCAA Division I, 2024-2025. The tick marks the median. See the full ranking →
Athletic scholarships at University of Tennessee
$11.4Mathletic aid to women’s athletes at University of Tennessee
That is 48% of all athletic aid at University of Tennessee, shared by 331 women’s athletes: about $34,586 each on average. The school also spent $1.4M recruiting women’s athletes.
What it costs to play here
| Average net price after grants | $18,314/yr |
|---|---|
| Tuition (in-state) | $13,812/yr |
| Tuition (out-of-state) | $33,256/yr |
| Team operating budget per player | $38,951/yr |
Most college athletes are on a partial award or none. The difference (tuition, club seasons and showcase travel before you commit, gear and summer training after) is usually paid by families.
Chasing a spot on a team like this?
Showcases, club seasons, travel and training add up long before a scholarship offer. Athletes use Sport Fund to get monthly support from family, friends and local sponsors.
Similar programs
NCAA Division I softball programs with the closest spending per player.
| Program | Roster | Spend / player |
|---|---|---|
| University of Kentucky KY | 21 | $38,773 |
| Notre Dame IN | 21 | $39,218 |
| University of Nebraska NE | 27 | $37,488 |
| Duke University NC | 20 | $37,388 |
| Oklahoma State University OK | 25 | $40,553 |
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Team finances
Questions about University of Tennessee softball
Does University of Tennessee offer softball scholarships?
University of Tennessee reported $11.4M in athletic scholarships for women’s sports in 2024-2025, about $34,586 per female athlete on average across 331 athletes. Schools do not report aid per sport, so ask the coaching staff what a softball award would cover.
How many players are on the University of Tennessee softball roster?
29 participants in 2024-2025, the 13th largest of 305 NCAA Division I softball programs (median 23).
How much does University of Tennessee spend on softball?
$1.1M in operating expenses (travel, equipment, game day), or $38,951 per participant, 18th of 305 in NCAA Division I. Total team expenses including coaching salaries and scholarships were $4.7M.
What does it cost to attend University of Tennessee as an athlete?
Without athletic aid, the average net price after grants is $18,314 a year. Tuition is $13,812 for in-state students and $33,256 out of state.
Sources
U.S. Department of Education, Equity in Athletics Data Analysis (EADA), reporting year 2024-2025, as reported by the institution; College Scorecard. Rankings compare every NCAA Division I program in the same sport and gender that reported participants. NCAA roster limits: NCAA Division I Board, June 2025. Sport Fund is not affiliated with The University of Tennessee-Knoxville. How these pages work.