Pennsylvania Western University Clarion (formerly Clarion University) is a public university in Clarion, Pennsylvania, founded in 1867. Part of the Pennsylvania State System, it offers 70+ programs in nursing, business, education, and liberal arts. Students rave about small classes, 150+ organizations, vibrant campus life, and supportive community in a college town setting.

State

Pennsylvania

Student Population

1,743

Acceptance Rate

94%

GPA Range

2.8-3.2

SAT Range

940-1140

Common Majors

Nursing, Business, Education, Arts & Sciences

"Golden Eagle Week's talent show packs Chandler but rural roads flood after rain. We do Senior Sendoff bonfires and Tippin Hall elevator parties, though dorm WiFi crashes during finals. Commuter parking fills by 7:45 AM. Venango campus shuttle skips weekends."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$11,690 (in-state), $17,300 (out-of-state)

Conference

Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

76-78

Avg Women's Scores

82-88

Men's Team Notes

Pennsylvania Clarion men’s golf likely averaged about 76–78 per player per round, with team totals often in the low‑310s over four counting scores. The team posted several rounds in the 70s and 80s, competed in tightly packed PSAC‑style events, and showed steady four‑man scoring balance.

Women's Team Notes

Pennsylvania Clarion women’s golf likely averaged about 82–88 per player per round, with team totals commonly in the mid‑330s per 18 holes. The squad turned in frequent 80s and 90s, remained competitive in multi‑round tournaments, and gradually tightened its low‑round performance.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Marty Rinker

Women's Coach

Jay Kerle

Men's Email

wrinker@pennwest.edu

Women's Email

erle_j@pennwest.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Marty Rinker serves as head men's golf coach at Pennsylvania Western University Clarion, directing Golden Eagles through PSAC events like Iron Valley and Hannastown Invitational. He mentors local talents including Dylan Chaky and Devon Lauer from Clarion, PA area, focusing on competitive scoring and conference contention in Division II.

Women's Coach Bio

Jay Kerle, hired June 2024, leads women's golf in year two after fifth-place PSAC Championship debut. Clarion native and high school coach since 2009 (District 9 champs with son Kam), he posted program fifth-best round (331) at Vulcan Invitational. Guides Golden Eagles from western Pennsylvania.