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Arizona State University

Arizona State University is a large public research university in Tempe, Arizona, known for its sprawling campus, strong school spirit, and “one university in many places” metro‑area setup. Students often rave about Sun Devil game days, the urban‑feel Tempe campus, the mix of big‑school resources and small‑class opportunities, and the easy access to Phoenix‑area internships and nightlife.

State

Arizona

Student Population

140,000

Acceptance Rate

89–90%

GPA Range

3.4–3.7

SAT Range

1150–1300

Common Majors

business, computer science, psychology, biology, engineering

“At ASU you quickly realize that the Sun Devil Walk is more than a pre‑game ritual, that the Tempe campus blends into the city in a way that feels like being in a neighborhood, that some classes can feel huge and fast‑paced, and that once you find your niche it’s easy to feel like you’re part of a real community.”

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

In-state: $14,215; Out-of-state: $37,297

Conference

Big 12 Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

71.21

Avg Women's Scores

71.68

Men's Team Notes

Sun Devils led NCAA Championships after 11-under 277 second round at Omni La Costa, powered by Connor Williams' bogey-free 67. Josele Ballester, Peer Wernicke, and Preston Summerhays posted 70s; consistent 71.21 individual average across 38 rounds fueled title contention.

Women's Team Notes

Sun Devils averaged 286.4 team score (71.68 per player) over 38 rounds in 13 tournaments, firing 18 par-or-better rounds and 56 sub-71s. Patience Rhodes' 66 anchored Gold Canyon Regional; Beth Coulter and Paula Schulz-Hanssen delivered multiple 60s for national contention.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Matt Thurmond

Women's Coach

Missy Farr‑Kaye

Men's Email

matt.thurmond@asu.edu

Women's Email

Missy.Kaye@asu.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Matt Thurmond is Arizona State men’s head golf coach, leading the Sun Devils in a high‑profile national program. A former Division‑I golfer and longtime assistant at Arizona State, he brings a deep understanding of Sun Devil culture and player development. Under his leadership the team competes regularly at the NCAA‑Championship level, emphasizing elite recruitment, strong team‑chemistry, and continuous improvement of fundamental skills across the roster.

Women's Coach Bio

Missy Farr‑Kaye is Arizona State women’s head golf coach and a central figure in the Sun Devils’ storied women’s‑golf tradition. She has guided the team to multiple NCAA‑Championship appearances and has helped install Arizona State as a consistent national‑level contender, with players often ranking among the top amateurs in the country. Her coaching style blends strong technical instruction with a focus on mental‑toughness and preparation for both collegiate and professional careers.

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