Arkansas Tech University (ATU) is a public university in Russellville, Arkansas, offering practical programs in liberal arts, business, health, and STEM fields. Students rave about the friendly family-like atmosphere, small classes where professors know your name, vibrant campus events, Greek life, sports spirit, and affordable living.

State

Arkansas

Student Population

8,800

Acceptance Rate

96%

GPA Range

3.0-3.6

SAT Range

940-1150

Common Majors

Liberal Arts, Business, Medical Secretary, Nursing, STEM fields

"ATU feels like family, a welcoming community, engaging profs, lively tailgates and intramurals. Russellville's cozy downtown, river trails, weekend parties keep things fun; balanced social scene with great food options and easy access to Little Rock adventures!"

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$8,674 (in-state), $14,668 (out-of-state)

Conference

Great American Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

72.2

Avg Women's Scores

78-81

Men's Team Notes

Arkansas Tech men’s golf averaged about 72–75 per player per round, with top individuals often in the low‑70s. The team posted several sub‑par and 70s tournaments, contended in the Great American Conference, and showed strong four‑man scoring balance across multi‑round events.

Women's Team Notes

Arkansas Tech women’s golf averaged about 78–81 per player per round, with counting‑rounds clustered in the 70s and 80s. The team turned in competitive 54‑hole totals, remained active in fields, and improved low‑round performance across the season.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Lowell Stephens

Women's Coach

Lowell Stephens

Men's Email

lstephens10@atu.edu

Women's Email

lstephens10@atu.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Lowell Stephens leads Arkansas Tech men's golf as head coach in the GAC, guiding the Wonder Boys to runner-up finishes like the 2025 GAC Championship (T2 after playoff) and strong showings at Derrall Foreman Invitational (1st/9). His program advanced to NCAA Central/Midwest Regional (17th/20) from Russellville base.

Women's Coach Bio

Lowell Stephens directs ATU women's golf alongside the men, emphasizing GAC contention with assistant Olivia Lange. His dual leadership supports competitive recruiting and tournament performance through regional events, building on program's tradition from the Russellville, Arkansas campus.

State

Student Population

Acceptance Rate

GPA Range

SAT Range

Common Majors

"ATU feels like family, a welcoming community, engaging profs, lively tailgates and intramurals. Russellville's cozy downtown, river trails, weekend parties keep things fun; balanced social scene with great food options and easy access to Little Rock adventures!"

Team & Tuition

Divison

Tuition (no scholarship)

Conference

Scholarships Available

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

Men's Team Notes

Arkansas Tech men’s golf averaged about 72–75 per player per round, with top individuals often in the low‑70s. The team posted several sub‑par and 70s tournaments, contended in the Great American Conference, and showed strong four‑man scoring balance across multi‑round events.

Women's Team Notes

Arkansas Tech women’s golf averaged about 78–81 per player per round, with counting‑rounds clustered in the 70s and 80s. The team turned in competitive 54‑hole totals, remained active in fields, and improved low‑round performance across the season.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Women's Coach

Men's Email

Women's Email

Men's Coach Bio

Women's Coach Bio

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