Coker University is a private liberal arts college in Hartsville, South Carolina, emphasizing student-centered learning with small classes, round-table discussions, and hands-on experiences across 50+ majors. Students rave about the tight-knit community, caring professors, beautiful campus, NCAA DII athletics, and leadership opportunities.

State

South Carolina

Student Population

1,200

Acceptance Rate

97%

GPA Range

2.9-3.5

SAT Range

940-1160

Common Majors

Business, Biology, Psychology, Nursing, Education.

"Love Coker's welcoming Cobra family vibe—profs know your name, campus events like tailgates and concerts build bonds. Hartsville offers cozy Southern charm, nearby hiking trails, Florence shopping trips; safe, supportive spot perfect for growth and friendships!"

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$31,854

Conference

South Atlantic Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

73.8

Avg Women's Scores

Men's Team Notes

Coker men’s golf averaged about 73–74 per player per round, with team totals near 295 over four counting scores. The Cobras posted several rounds in the 70s and 80s, contended in mid‑level, multi‑round events, and showed solid four‑man scoring balance.

Women's Team Notes

Coker women’s golf averaged about 80 per player per round, with team totals near 320 over four counting scores. The team turned in mixed 70s and 80s, remained competitive in regional‑level tournaments, and improved low‑round performance across the season.

Coaches

Men's Coach

David Coker

Women's Coach

David Coker

Men's Email

dcoker@coker.edu

Women's Email

dcoker@coker.edu

Men's Coach Bio

David Coker serves as the new head men's golf coach at Coker University, leading the Cobras in South Atlantic Conference competition. He oversees SAC events from the Hartsville, South Carolina campus, building on assistant Dan Schmotzer's support for regional NCAA Southeast qualification.

Women's Coach Bio

As head women's golf coach, David Coker directs Coker's SAC program alongside the men's team. His leadership emphasizes development through conference tournaments, supported by the Hartsville athletic staff for sustained DII Southeast Region performance.

State

Student Population

Acceptance Rate

GPA Range

SAT Range

Common Majors

"Love Coker's welcoming Cobra family vibe—profs know your name, campus events like tailgates and concerts build bonds. Hartsville offers cozy Southern charm, nearby hiking trails, Florence shopping trips; safe, supportive spot perfect for growth and friendships!"

Team & Tuition

Divison

Tuition (no scholarship)

Conference

Scholarships Available

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

Men's Team Notes

Coker men’s golf averaged about 73–74 per player per round, with team totals near 295 over four counting scores. The Cobras posted several rounds in the 70s and 80s, contended in mid‑level, multi‑round events, and showed solid four‑man scoring balance.

Women's Team Notes

Coker women’s golf averaged about 80 per player per round, with team totals near 320 over four counting scores. The team turned in mixed 70s and 80s, remained competitive in regional‑level tournaments, 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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