Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) is a public university in Americus, Georgia, founded in 1906 as the Third District Agricultural and Mechanical School. Located on a 250-acre campus with historic buildings, it offers 85+ affordable degrees through the University System of Georgia. Highlights include small classes (16:1 ratio), Jimmy Carter connections, NCAA Division II athletics, and strong nursing/business programs.

State

Georgia

Student Population

3,000

Acceptance Rate

77%

GPA Range

2.8-3.5

SAT Range

950-1130

Common Majors

Business, nursing, accounting, education, psychology

"GSW's welcoming Hurricane culture thrives on our beautiful, safe campus with personal professor connections. Off-campus, Americus' small-town charm and Plains visits refresh; students love tiny classes, dedicated faculty, spirited games, tutoring support, and tight-knit community that truly cares about success."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

$4,980 (in-state), $21,074 (out-of-state)

Conference

Sun Belt Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

N/A

Men's Team Notes

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

Women's Team Notes

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Coaches

Men's Coach

Darcy Donaldson

Women's Coach

N/A

Men's Email

darcy.donaldson@gsw.edu

Women's Email

N/A

Men's Coach Bio

Darcy Donaldson serves as head men's golf coach at Georgia Southwestern State University, guiding Hurricanes through Peach Belt competition including runner-up finishes at conference championships. Donaldson recruits regionally for scoring consistency at venues like Forest Hills GC while targeting Southeast Region NCAA Super Regionals. His leadership sustains program's national rankings (top-25 Golfstat).

Women's Coach Bio

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