University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) is a public university in Edmond, offering diverse programs in a suburban setting near Oklahoma City. Students rave about the beautiful, walkable campus, affordable tuition, dedicated professors, top forensic science program, and over 200 clubs for engagement.

State

Oklahoma

Student Population

10,400

Acceptance Rate

82%

GPA Range

3.0-3.3

SAT Range

950-1140

Common Majors

Liberal Arts & Humanities, Nursing, Forensic Science, Psychology, Business, Criminal Justice.

"Love UCO's welcoming Broncho family vibe—supportive professors who care, stunning campus with events like block parties and intramurals, diverse clubs, and easy OKC access for concerts, hikes, dining. It's affordable, safe, and feels like home away from home!"

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$8,522 (in-state), $19,409 (out-of-state)

Conference

Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

70.3-71

Avg Women's Scores

76-78

Men's Team Notes

Central Oklahoma men’s golf averaged about 281–284 per 18‑hole team round, or roughly 70–71 per player, in multi‑round events. The Bronchos posted several sub‑par and low‑70s rounds, claimed tournament wins, and showed strong four‑man balance in tightly packed fields.

Women's Team Notes

Central Oklahoma women’s golf averaged about 76–78 per player per round, with counting‑rounds clustered in the 70s and 80s. The team turned in solid multi‑round totals, remained competitive in mid‑level tournaments, and improved low‑round performance across the season.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Derrick Thompson

Women's Coach

Michael Bond

Men's Email

dthompson6@uco.edu

Women's Email

mbond@uco.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Derrick Thompson serves as head men's golf coach at University of Central Oklahoma, building on the Bronchos' storied history with two individual national champions (1996, 2011) and third-place team finishes. His leadership targets MIAA titles and Central Region NCAA bids through events like The Mule and NSU Classic from Edmond base.

Women's Coach Bio

Michael Bond directs UCO women's golf in MIAA competition, elevating the Bronchos toward national contention with sixth-place peaks. Emphasizing development from Oklahoma recruiting networks, Bond's program competes in regional tournaments while maintaining academic standards for sustained DII success.