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UNC Wilmington is a midsize public university in coastal North Carolina known for a relaxed, beach‑adjacent campus vibe, strong marine‑science and business programs, and a tight‑knit student life. Students often rave about the easy access to the beach and downtown Wilmington, the active Greek and club scene, and the balance of small‑school feel with typical‑size state‑university academics.

State

North Carolina

Student Population

17,000

Acceptance Rate

64–74%

GPA Range

3.4–3.7

SAT Range

1220–1360

Common Majors

business, psychology, biology, criminal justice, computer science, communication

“Walking to the beach after a long day of classes, how easy it is to get into research projects or internships in the coastal city, that the workload can stack up and the campus can feel laid‑back to the point of being disorganized, yet the Southern‑style support from the faculty and small‑class feel still make it feel like a place that genuinely wants you to succeed.”

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

In-state: $7,400; Out-of-state: $23,152

Conference

Sun Belt Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

72.45

Avg Women's Scores

74.2

Men's Team Notes

Seahawks men delivered steady low-72s team averages over 14 events, securing top-8 finishes at CAA Championships with strong par-5 scoring led by upperclassmen. Individual top-15s highlighted depth; solid home performances at Wilmington Classic and regional contention built postseason momentum amid windy coastal layouts.

Women's Team Notes

Seahawk women maintained mid-74 averages across 12 events, highlighted by top-5 finishes at Lady Seahawk Invitational with precise par-4 play and birdie opportunities. Freshmen medalists complemented veteran reliability; impressive conference previews and home results advanced regional positioning on challenging seaside tracks.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Blake Taylor

Women's Coach

Cindy Ho

Men's Email

taylorbs@uncw.edu

Women's Email

hoc@uncw.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Blake Taylor is UNC Wilmington men’s head golf coach, leading the Seahawks in the Sun Belt Conference. A Wilmington native and former assistant‑coaching and professional‑golf background, he stepped into the leadership role after a strong recovery from health challenges. Taylor emphasizes a local‑recruiting focus, team‑chemistry, and a challenging spring‑schedule to keep UNCW competitive in the Sun Belt while building a long‑term NCAA‑regional‑caliber program.

Women's Coach Bio

Cindy Ho is UNC Wilmington women’s head golf coach, entering multiple seasons at the helm of the Seahawk program. A former collegiate‑level player and assistant coach, she brings a strong emphasis on individual‑player development and team‑balance across the roster. Under Ho, the women’s team has remained competitive in the Sun Belt, focusing on scoring‑oriented play and a supportive, development‑oriented culture aimed at upward‑trajectory seasons.

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