PennWest University is a public multi-campus system in Western Pennsylvania, formed in 2022 from California, Clarion, and Edinboro universities, offering 100+ career-focused programs in education, nursing, business, and health sciences. Students rave about small classes, supportive professors, scenic campuses, athletics, and affordable quality education.

State

Pennsylania

Student Population

9,000

Acceptance Rate

90%

GPA Range

2.8-3.5

SAT Range

Not reported

Common Majors

Nursing, Business, Education, Criminal Justice

"PennWest's welcoming community culture connects students across campuses through shared events and clubs. Beautiful river and lakeside settings create perfect study spots. Pittsburgh brings concerts and sports nearby while local parks offer hiking and outdoor festivals."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$11,120 (in-state), $14,978 (out-of-state)

Conference

Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

75-78

Avg Women's Scores

88-89

Men's Team Notes

PennWest men’s golf averaged about 75–78 per player per round, with team totals near 300–310 over four counting scores. The Vulcans and similar campuses turned in frequent 70s and 80s, contended in regional events, and showed steady four‑man scoring balance.

Women's Team Notes

PennWest women’s golf averaged about 88–89 per player per round, with team totals around 351–353 per 18 holes. The team posted several rounds in the 80s and 90s, developed younger players, and incrementally tightened its lowest‑round performance across the season.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Kyle Bennett

Women's Coach

Kyle Bennett

Men's Email

bennett@pennwest.edu

Women's Email

bennett@pennwest.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Kyle Bennett leads PennWest California men's golf as head coach in the PSAC, competing from the California, Pennsylvania campus at Cedarbrook Golf Course. With assistant David Paladino, his Vulcans pursue Atlantic Region contention through conference events like PSAC Championships, emphasizing player development and recruiting in NCAA DII.

Women's Coach Bio

As head women's golf coach, Kyle Bennett guides PennWest California's program alongside the men's team in PSAC competition. Supported by David Paladino from the California campus, he focuses on competitive schedules, academic success, and regional advancement at courses like Cedarbrook, building on the Vulcans' DII tradition.

State

Student Population

Acceptance Rate

GPA Range

SAT Range

Common Majors

"PennWest's welcoming community culture connects students across campuses through shared events and clubs. Beautiful river and lakeside settings create perfect study spots. Pittsburgh brings concerts and sports nearby while local parks offer hiking and outdoor festivals."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Tuition (no scholarship)

Conference

Scholarships Available

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

Men's Team Notes

PennWest men’s golf averaged about 75–78 per player per round, with team totals near 300–310 over four counting scores. The Vulcans and similar campuses turned in frequent 70s and 80s, contended in regional events, and showed steady four‑man scoring balance.

Women's Team Notes

PennWest women’s golf averaged about 88–89 per player per round, with team totals around 351–353 per 18 holes. The team posted several rounds in the 80s and 90s, developed younger players, and incrementally tightened its lowest‑round performance across the season.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Women's Coach

Men's Email

Women's Email

Men's Coach Bio

Women's Coach Bio

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