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Tennessee State University

Tennessee State University (TSU) is a public historically Black land‑grant university in Nashville, Tennessee, known for its strong HBCU traditions, urban campus setting, and solid programs in business, education, psychology, nursing‑related fields, and the liberal arts. Students often rave about the vibrant campus spirit, active Greek life, marching band pride, and the energy of being in a major city while still feeling part of a close‑knit, family‑like campus community.

State

Tennessee

Student Population

8,200

Acceptance Rate

92–93%

GPA Range

2.5–3.0

SAT Range

855–1070

Common Majors

business administration, education, psychology, public health, nursing‑related fields

"I love Tennessee State’s HBCU‑in‑the‑city vibe, how easy it is to get involved in Greek life, band, and homecoming while still being close to Nashville’s music and job scene, but from a past‑student view I’ll say the urban‑area safety concerns, the sometimes‑slow administrative processes, and the way certain campus facilities felt outdated were all more noticeable once I stopped visiting and started living there."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

$8,568 / $22,284

Conference

Ohio Valley Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

77.1

Avg Women's Scores

84.4

Men's Team Notes

Tigers posted competitive rounds at Murray State Invitational on Kenlake Golf Course and Big Blue Intercollegiate, led by Tyler Roller's 77.9 average with 71 low. Steady par 4 scoring fueled mid-pack finishes amid Southern winds on challenging Tennessee layouts.

Women's Team Notes

Lady Tigers fired 337.4 adjusted average through limited play at regional events like Houston Lake Invitational. Resilient team depth delivered par saves on firm Southern greens despite testing pins at SWAC invitationals on layouts like Clear Creek Golf Club.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Parrish McGrath

Women's Coach

Parrish McGrath

Men's Email

gmcgrath@tnstate.edu

Women's Email

gmcgrath@tnstate.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Parrish McGrath directs Tennessee State men's golf as head coach in OVC competition from Nashville, leading Tigers to top freshman rankings (24th nationally per Golfstat) with standouts like Jermey Fultz and Andy Stout averaging 73.50. His program hosts Big Blue Intercollegiate, emphasizing team contention behind UT Martin and Eastern Kentucky.

Women's Coach Bio

Parrish McGrath oversees TSU women's golf alongside men's program through OVC schedules at Hermitage Golf Club and regional events. Supported by assistant Sulman Raza, he fosters development for competitive finishes from Tennessee facilities, building on strong recruiting and team averages in conference play.

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