College umpire fees vary substantially depending on the level and location of the game. At the highest level, NCAA Division I, a three-man umpiring team will be assigned to cover a series with meals and lodging paid, and mileage paid. In addition, each crew member will be paid between $150 and $350 per day. For example, if the team works on a single nine-inning game, the payout might be $150. If the team works two games of seven innings, the payout may be $250.

NAIA generally pays less just like junior college. For junior college games, the pay is around $100 for a single nine-inning game and $150 or so for two seven-inning games. Mileage is generally not paid to juco referees.

As a general rule, summer college pays even less. Typically the range is $70 to $120 per game without mileage, per diem, or lodging.

College teams will play 50-60 games, February through June (if they’re lucky). Summer college leagues play 40 to 50 games and begin in early to mid-June and run through August 1. Fall ball is unpredictable and the pay is greatly reduced.

College umpiring is the highest level of amateur umpiring, and the competition is fierce. Most of these umpires have extremely impressive credentials including professional experience and professional training (ie umpire school). The best way to start your college umpiring career is to be notified by the college conference umpire assigner. This is usually done at a camp where you are evaluated or sometimes by association and recommendation from other umpires.