he University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a growing public research university with a strong sense of community and a campus that feels like a blend of city‑level energy and classic college‑town charm. Students often rave about the friendly atmosphere, the variety of student organizations, the hands‑on research and internship opportunities in Charlotte, and the easy access to the city’s job market and cultural scene.

State

North Carolina

Student Population

30,000

Acceptance Rate

80–85%

GPA Range

3.5–3.7

SAT Range

1050–1250

Common Majors

business, computer science, engineering (mechanical, electrical, civil), psychology, kinesiology

“How the campus feels like its own neighborhood yet is still plugged into the city, how the light‑rail line basically becomes your second address, that some classes move fast and require you to be on top of deadlines, and that the school spirit can feel subtle until you’re in the middle of a big game and everything finally clicks into place.”

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

In-state: $7,019; Out-of-state: $21,867

Conference

American Athletic Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

72.85

Avg Women's Scores

73.42

Men's Team Notes

49ers maintained solid mid-70s scoring across AAC events, securing multiple top-10 finishes including strong showings at home-hosted events. Depth led by consistent performers fueled competitive contention through balanced fall-spring schedule with emphasis on regional positioning.

Women's Team Notes

Lady 49ers posted steady mid-70s averages with key top-5 finishes at Invitationals, emphasizing par-4 accuracy and birdie production. Multiple individual medals highlighted lineup balance across 11 events for strong postseason push.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Ryan Cabbage

Women's Coach

C.C. McMahan

Men's Email

rcabbage@charlotte.edu

Women's Email

coach.cc@charlotte.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Ryan Cabbage is UNC Charlotte men’s head golf coach, leading the 49ers in the American Athletic Conference. A multi‑time conference Coach of the Year, he has guided the team to multiple AAC‑level titles and strong NCAA‑Championship‑level seasons, building a program known for competitive consistency and depth. Cabbage emphasizes player development, tournament‑level preparation, and a strong team‑chemistry culture, positioning the 49ers as a rising mid‑major program.

Women's Coach Bio

Before becoming a 49er, McMahan spent four seasons as the head coach of East Carolina Women’s Golf. In the 2021-22 season, McMahan guided the Pirates to a fourth consecutive Pirate Collegiate Classic title in the fall and a strong spring where the team finished in the Top 5 three times and in the Top 10 in each of the six regular season tournaments.