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Lenoir Rhyne University Women's Golf

Lenoir Rhyne University (LRU) · Hickory, North Carolina · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate85%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate48%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,256Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty15 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Lenoir Rhyne University Women's Golf coaches

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

Athletics

The program

Where Lenoir Rhyne University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
South Atlantic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
lrbears.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

AccountingAmerican Government and Politics (United States)Art/Art Studies, GeneralBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, General
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
15 : 1
Graduation rate
48% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$31,000
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$24,042
Campus

Where it is

Lenoir Rhyne University in Hickory.

Location
Hickory, North Carolina
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Evangelical Lutheran Church
Time zone
Eastern
Website
lr.edu
Overview

About Lenoir Rhyne University Women's Golf

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Chris Jones, the Head Men's & Women's Golf Coach, leads the Lenoir Rhyne University Women's Golf staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Lenoir Rhyne University (LRU) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Golf as a member of the South Atlantic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. Lenoir Rhyne University is a small private school in Hickory, North Carolina with 2,256 undergraduates, a 85% acceptance rate and an average net price of $24,042 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Lenoir Rhyne University Women's Golf

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Chris Jones, the Head Men's & Women's Golf Coach and Dilyara Bulambayeva, the Men's & Women's Golf Graduate Assistant. Lenoir Rhyne University has 2 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 II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude a swing video from down the line and face on, with the link near the top so Chris can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Lenoir Rhyne University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.

Email Coach Chris Jones at Lenoir Rhyne University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.

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Questions

Lenoir Rhyne University Women's Golf FAQ

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

Is Lenoir Rhyne University D2?

Yes. Lenoir Rhyne University competes in NCAA Division II Women's Golf, in the South Atlantic Conference.

Is Lenoir Rhyne University public or private?

Lenoir Rhyne University is a private nonprofit school in Hickory, North Carolina.

What conference is Lenoir Rhyne University Women's Golf in?

The South Atlantic Conference.

Does Lenoir Rhyne University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Golf?

Lenoir Rhyne University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Lenoir Rhyne University Women's Golf have?

2 coaches, led by Chris Jones, the Head Men's & Women's Golf Coach.

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

Chris Jones is the Head Men's & Women's Golf Coach.

When can Lenoir Rhyne University Women's Golf coaches contact recruits?

Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. 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 Lenoir Rhyne 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 Lenoir Rhyne University cost?

In-state tuition is $31,000 and out-of-state tuition is $31,000 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $24,042.

What is the Lenoir Rhyne University acceptance rate?

85% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Lenoir Rhyne 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