East Central University is a public regional university in Ada, Oklahoma, founded in 1909 as a normal school, now offering bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees across liberal arts, sciences, nursing, business, and education. Students rave about small classes, approachable professors, welcoming community, strong athletics, and vibrant campus events.

State

Oklahoma

Student Population

2,500

Acceptance Rate

66%

GPA Range

2.8-3.2

SAT Range

940-1060

Common Majors

Nursing, Business, Education, Biology, Psychology

"Small classes let professors connect personally while campus offers football brotherhood, student activities, and international diversity. We play intramurals, attend games, join clubs, and explore Ada events that build strong friendships and community spirit."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$7,200 (in-state), $16,600 (out-of-state)

Conference

Great American Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

75-78

Avg Women's Scores

81-83

Men's Team Notes

East Central men’s golf averaged about 76–78 per player per round, with team totals often in the high‑300s over four counting scores. The team posted several rounds in the 70s and 80s, competed in tightly packed regional events, and showed steady four‑man scoring balance.

Women's Team Notes

East Central women’s golf averaged about 81–83 per player per round, with team totals clustering in the high‑320s to low‑330s per 18 holes. The team turned in mostly 80s and 90s, remained competitive in multi‑round tournaments, and gradually improved its low‑round performance.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Todd Selders

Women's Coach

Todd Selders

Men's Email

tselders@ecok.edu

Women's Email

tselders@ecok.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Todd Selders leads East Central University's revitalized men's golf program in the GAC after reinstatement, competing in events like NSU Men's Golf Classic (17th), Battle for the Belt (12th), and Hrnciar Invitational (11th). From the Ada, Oklahoma campus, he focuses on building competitive depth for conference championships and regional contention.

Women's Coach Bio

As head coach of ECU's reinstated women's golf team, Todd Selders guides Tigers through GAC schedules including spring events at Oak Tree Invite and Mystic Creek. Emphasizing program growth from Ada base, he aims for Mountain East success and NCAA DII postseason qualification in his new dual role.

State

Student Population

Acceptance Rate

GPA Range

SAT Range

Common Majors

"Small classes let professors connect personally while campus offers football brotherhood, student activities, and international diversity. We play intramurals, attend games, join clubs, and explore Ada events that build strong friendships and community spirit."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Tuition (no scholarship)

Conference

Scholarships Available

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

Men's Team Notes

East Central men’s golf averaged about 76–78 per player per round, with team totals often in the high‑300s over four counting scores. The team posted several rounds in the 70s and 80s, competed in tightly packed regional events, and showed steady four‑man scoring balance.

Women's Team Notes

East Central women’s golf averaged about 81–83 per player per round, with team totals clustering in the high‑320s to low‑330s per 18 holes. The team turned in mostly 80s and 90s, remained competitive in multi‑round tournaments, and gradually improved its low‑round performance.

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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