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Oglethorpe University Women's Golf

Oglethorpe University (OU) · Atlanta, Georgia · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate88%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate54%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,425Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty13 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Oglethorpe University Women's Golf coaches

Coaches at Oglethorpe University who recruit Women's Golf, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Oglethorpe University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Southern Athletic Association
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
gopetrels.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1090–1310
ACTMiddle 50%: 22–31

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Popular majors

AccountingArt History, Criticism and ConservationAstrophysicsBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBiopsychologyBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
13 : 1
Graduation rate
54% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$47,180
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$22,251
Campus

Where it is

Oglethorpe University in Atlanta.

Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
oglethorpe.edu
Overview

About Oglethorpe University Women's Golf

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Jim Owen, the Head Golf Coach, leads the Oglethorpe University Women's Golf staff of 5 coaches, verified October 2026. Oglethorpe University (OU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Golf as a member of the Southern Athletic Association. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Oglethorpe University is a small private school in Atlanta, Georgia with 1,425 undergraduates, a 88% acceptance rate and an average net price of $22,251 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Oglethorpe University Women's Golf

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Jim Owen, the Head Golf Coach and David Potts, the Assistant Golf Coach. Oglethorpe University has 5 coaches for Women's Golf, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your scoring average, tournament finishes and handicap or ranking in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude a swing video from down the line and face on, with the link near the top so Jim can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Oglethorpe University typically score 1090–1310 on the SAT and 22–31 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Oglethorpe University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.

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Questions

Oglethorpe University Women's Golf FAQ

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

Is Oglethorpe University D3?

Yes. Oglethorpe University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Golf, in the Southern Athletic Association.

Is Oglethorpe University public or private?

Oglethorpe University is a private nonprofit school in Atlanta, Georgia.

What conference is Oglethorpe University Women's Golf in?

The Southern Athletic Association.

Does Oglethorpe University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Golf?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Oglethorpe University Women's Golf have?

5 coaches, led by Jim Owen, the Head Golf Coach.

Who is the head coach of Oglethorpe University Women's Golf?

Jim Owen is the Head Golf Coach.

When can Oglethorpe University Women's Golf coaches contact recruits?

Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.

Can you walk on to Oglethorpe University Women's Golf?

It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.

How much does Oglethorpe University cost?

In-state tuition is $47,180 and out-of-state tuition is $47,180 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,251.

What is the Oglethorpe University acceptance rate?

88% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Oglethorpe University?

Admitted students typically score 1090–1310 on the SAT and 22–31 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Oglethorpe University Women's Golf 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 October 2026