Concord University is a public liberal arts university in Athens, West Virginia, founded in 1872. Known as "The Campus Beautiful," it offers 50+ programs with strengths in education, business, and health sciences. Highlights include NCAA Division II Mountain Lions athletics, scenic Appalachian location, small classes, and strong teacher preparation.

State

West Virginia

Student Population

1,700

Acceptance Rate

91%

GPA Range

2.9-3.5

SAT Range

950-1130

Common Majors

Education, business, nursing, psychology, exercise science

"Concord's friendly Mountain Lion culture creates family vibes on our stunning, walkable campus amid mountains. Off-campus, state parks hiking and Beckley shopping refresh; students love small classes, spirited games, campus events, outdoor clubs, and Appalachian community that feels like home."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$8,690 (in-state), $18,440 (out-of-state)

Conference

Mountain East Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

78-79

Avg Women's Scores

Men's Team Notes

Concord men’s golf typically posts team totals in the low‑300s per round, with players generally carding in the 70s to low‑80s. The team regularly finishes in the middle of the pack in multi‑round events, showing steady improvement and several counting‑round scores that keep them competitive in stacked fields.

Women's Team Notes

Concord women’s golf often posts team totals in the high‑370s to low‑380s per round, with players usually carding in the high‑80s to mid‑90s. The team has earned a few top‑3 finishes and multiple counting‑round scores that keep them in the upper half of challenging regional events.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Carson Proffitt

Women's Coach

Carson Proffitt

Men's Email

cwproffitt@concord.edu

Women's Email

cwproffitt@concord.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Carson Proffitt heads Concord men's golf in the MEC, building on five conference titles (2010, 2012-14, 2019). His teams compete at Glade Springs, Berry Hills CC, and Oglebay Resort, targeting Atlantic/East Regionals. Proffitt emphasizes academic honors (MEC Commissioner's Honor Roll) alongside competitive scheduling for national contention in Division II.

Women's Coach Bio

Carson Proffitt leads Concord women's golf program, developing Mountain Lions through MEC competition and regional invitationals. With unified coaching across genders, Proffitt recruits Appalachian talent for scoring consistency and postseason pushes. His leadership supports academic excellence while positioning teams for conference championships at traditional MEC venues.

State

Student Population

Acceptance Rate

GPA Range

SAT Range

Common Majors

"Concord's friendly Mountain Lion culture creates family vibes on our stunning, walkable campus amid mountains. Off-campus, state parks hiking and Beckley shopping refresh; students love small classes, spirited games, campus events, outdoor clubs, and Appalachian community that feels like home."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Tuition (no scholarship)

Conference

Scholarships Available

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

Men's Team Notes

Women's Team Notes

Concord women’s golf often posts team totals in the high‑370s to low‑380s per round, with players usually carding in the high‑80s to mid‑90s. The team has earned a few top‑3 finishes and multiple counting‑round scores that keep them in the upper half of challenging regional events.

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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