Eckerd College is a private liberal arts college in St. Petersburg, Florida, founded in 1958 as Florida Presbyterian College (renamed 1972). A waterfront "beach school" on Boca Ciega Bay, it emphasizes experiential learning, marine science, and global perspectives. Highlights include Eckerd Search and Rescue, small classes, NCAA Division II Tritons athletics, and pet-friendly campus.

State

Florida

Student Population

2,000

Acceptance Rate

65%

GPA Range

3.2-3.8

SAT Range

1120-1300

Common Majors

Marine science, biology, psychology, international relations, business

"Eckerd's chill Triton culture mixes beach bums and scholars on our waterfront campus with dolphin sightings. Off-campus, St. Pete's breweries and Tampa nightlife rock; students love small classes, rescue team adventures, sunset kayaking, prof mentorship, and friendships forged by the bay."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$49,668

Conference

Sunshine State Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

74-75

Men's Team Notes

Eckerd men’s golf posts team totals in the high‑280s over 18 holes, with several players carding in the 70s and occasional low‑round scores in the 60s. The Tritons consistently rank near the top of regional fields, showing strong depth and counting‑round consistency across the season.

Women's Team Notes

Eckerd women’s golf typically scores in the high‑290s over 18 holes, with several players posting in the 70s and others in the high‑70s. The team regularly finishes in the upper half of multi‑round events, highlighted by strong low‑round efforts and solid counting‑round performances.

Coaches

Men's Coach

David Woodrum

Women's Coach

David Woodrum

Men's Email

woodrumdi@eckerd.edu

Women's Email

woodrumdi@eckerd.edu

Men's Coach Bio

David Woodrum heads Eckerd men's golf since August 2023, named GCAA Atlantic Region Coach of the Year after leading Davis & Elkins to NCAA Championships (16th place). Previously won USCAA National Championship at Bluefield State (2021). His Tritons set 54-hole program record (855) at Jay Jennison Cup and earned South Regional berth.

Women's Coach Bio

David Woodrum directs Eckerd women's golf alongside men's program, bringing championship experience from prior head coaching roles. Supported by assistant Bill Buttner, Woodrum builds SSC contenders through Florida recruiting and competitive scheduling targeting Southeast/South Region NCAA qualification.

State

Student Population

Acceptance Rate

GPA Range

SAT Range

Common Majors

"Eckerd's chill Triton culture mixes beach bums and scholars on our waterfront campus with dolphin sightings. Off-campus, St. Pete's breweries and Tampa nightlife rock; students love small classes, rescue team adventures, sunset kayaking, prof mentorship, and friendships forged by the bay."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Tuition (no scholarship)

Conference

Scholarships Available

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

Men's Team Notes

Eckerd men’s golf posts team totals in the high‑280s over 18 holes, with several players carding in the 70s and occasional low‑round scores in the 60s. The Tritons consistently rank near the top of regional fields, showing strong depth and counting‑round consistency across the season.

Women's Team Notes

Eckerd women’s golf typically scores in the high‑290s over 18 holes, with several players posting in the 70s and others in the high‑70s. The team regularly finishes in the upper half of multi‑round events, highlighted by strong low‑round efforts and solid counting‑round performances.

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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