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Middle Tennessee State

Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) is a large public university in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, known for its vast range of majors, strong business and aviation programs, and close proximity to Nashville. Students often rave about the many clubs and organizations, spirited Blue Raiders athletics, the “large campus, small‑town feel,” and how easy it is to get involved, study, and still enjoy nearby city life and outdoor activities.

State

Tennessee

Student Population

20,000

Acceptance Rate

68–70%

GPA Range

3.0-3.3

SAT Range

990–1180

Common Majors

liberal arts and humanities, business, psychology, aeronautics and aviation technology

“MTSU feels like a place where you can study in a big‑school environment but still be part of a close‑knit Murfreesboro community, with constant events, clubs, and Blue Raiders games that keep you connected and busy every semester.”

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

In-state: $9,232; Out-of-state: $28,264

Conference

Conference USA

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

72.05

Avg Women's Scores

74.55

Men's Team Notes

Blue Raiders men carded 288.2 adjusted averages over 21 rounds at Sea Best Intercollegiate (San Jose Country Club) and Louisiana Classics (Oakbourne Country Club), securing top-10 finishes with par-5 birdie strength led by seniors. Steady ball-striking fueled contention on Florida and Louisiana layouts.

Women's Team Notes

Raider women shot +29 through two rounds at Sea Best Intercollegiate (San Jose Country Club), placing 4th with Bowman's T10 and Johnson's 19th. Jillian Bowman's individual low rounds anchored top finishes across 22 events on challenging Southern tracks.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Mark McEntire

Women's Coach

Lauren Wamsley

Men's Email

mark.mcentire@mtsu.edu

Women's Email

Lauren.Wamsley@mtsu.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Mark McEntire is Middle Tennessee men’s head golf coach, leading the Blue Raiders in Conference USA. Named to the role in 2018, he has guided the program to multiple C‑USA team titles and individual‑championship success, plus three NCAA Regional appearances. McEntire emphasizes a strong, competitive schedule, fundamentals, and a culture where the Blue Raiders have been represented in every NCAA postseason during his tenure.

Women's Coach Bio

Lauren Wamsley is Middle Tennessee women’s head golf coach, directing the Blue Raiders in Conference USA. Named head coach in 2024, she brought a strong background from prior head‑coaching roles and quickly led the program to its first team‑title in several years plus a top‑four finish at the C‑USA Championship. Wamsley focuses on fundamentals, short‑game work, and a disciplined environment aimed at steady improvement and stronger postseason‑level finishes.

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