Johnson C. Smith University is a private historically black liberal arts university in Charlotte, North Carolina, founded in 1867. It integrates liberal arts with business, sciences, and technology while emphasizing leadership and social responsibility. Students rave about the tight-knit community, small classes, strong HBCU traditions, and urban location.

State

North Dakota

Student Population

1,100

Acceptance Rate

43%

GPA Range

2.6-3.3

SAT Range

800-980

Common Majors

Business, Biology, Sport Management

"Homecoming's step show packs Biddle Quad but Beatties Ford Road traffic traps commuters. Golden Bulls' Convocation suit-up bonds freshmen, though dorm AC fails during CIAA week. Cross-registration with JCSU sisters saves lonely nights. FAFSA Fridays pack Financial Aid office."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$20,480

Conference

Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

78-82

Avg Women's Scores

N/A

Men's Team Notes

Johnson C. Smith men’s golf likely averaged about 78–82 per player per round, with team totals often in the low‑320s over four counting scores. The team posted frequent 70s and 80s, competed in tightly packed regional‑style events, and showed steady four‑man scoring balance.

Women's Team Notes

N/A

Coaches

Men's Coach

William Watkins

Women's Coach

N/A

Men's Email

golf@jcsu.edu

Women's Email

N/A

Men's Coach Bio

William Watkins serves as head men's golf coach at Johnson C. Smith University, guiding Golden Bulls through CIAA tournaments like the Southern Conference Championship. Focused on consistency and competitiveness from Charlotte, NC campus, he develops talents including Chancellor Barnes and Tyler Bowers for HBCU events and national contention.

Women's Coach Bio

N/A