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Ohio University is a public research university in Athens, Ohio, known for strong programs in business, communications, engineering, psychology, and the liberal arts plus a scenic, historic campus with a close‑knit community feel. Students often rave about the College Green quad, many clubs and organizations, spirited Bobcats athletics, and the chance to enjoy a classic‑college town in the Appalachian foothills.

State

Ohio

Student Population

31,000

Acceptance Rate

83–85%

GPA Range

3.5–3.7

SAT Range

1100–1290

Common Majors

business administration, communications, psychology, engineering

“Ohio University feels like a friendly Appalachian campus where you can study in strong business and communications programs, join lots of clubs and Bobcat games, and still be close to a small‑town vibe, and many students say they were surprised by how quickly the historic College Green and 400‑plus organizations made them feel at home.”

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

$14,158 / $24,838

Conference

Mid-American Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

73.2

Avg Women's Scores

75.8

Men's Team Notes

Ohio men placed ninth at Dayton Flyer Invitational on NCR Country Club's South Course, firing low rounds led by steady par-5 scoring. Top finishes continued at Bobcat Invitational on The Ohio University Golf Course and MAC Championship through birdie bursts amid challenging Midwest winds.

Women's Team Notes

Bobcats women competed at Redbird Invitational on Upper Pointe Golf Course and Lady Paladin Invitational on Furman University Golf Club. Resilient play fueled top-15s with consistent low-70s rounds at Ohio River Classic on Shepherd Hills Golf Course via par saves across regional layouts.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Brennan Whitis

Women's Coach

Kelly Ovington

Men's Email

whitis@ohio.edu

Women's Email

ovington@ohio.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Brennan Whitis serves as head men's golf coach at Ohio University, reachable at 740-593-1177. With graduate assistant Jaxon Hummel, he directs the Bobcats through MAC schedules including home events at The Ohio University Golf Course. Supported by trainer Derek Lutz and dietitian Jessica Arquette, Whitis focuses on player development and postseason contention in Athens.

Women's Coach Bio

Kelly Ovington enters her tenure as head women's golf coach at Ohio University (740-593-9708), announcing competitive 2023-24 schedules with MAC Championships at Plum Creek. Graduate assistant Nay Tonurint aids her efforts, bolstered by strength coach Jared Azar and nutrition support, driving Bobcats toward conference titles and NCAA regional qualification.

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