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University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas is a large public research university in Fayetteville known for spirited “Razorback” culture, strong academics, and a welcoming small‑city feel. Students often rave about Senior Walk, the Greek and club scenes, the energy of Bud Walton Arena and Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium, and the way campus fits into the Ozark‑mountain landscape.

State

Arkansas

Student Population

34,000

Acceptance Rate

74–77%

GPA Range

3.28–3.64

SAT Range

1150–1300

Common Majors

business, engineering, psychology, computer science, biology, communications, education

“At Arkansas you discover that Senior Walk is more than a sidewalk, that the quad fills up way before every big game, that a big‑state‑school vibe can still feel close‑knit in your major, and that the hills around campus make every walk feel like a local secret.”

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

$10,104 / $29,966

Conference

Southeastern Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

71

Avg Women's Scores

75.8

Men's Team Notes

Razorbacks shattered records at NCAA Austin Regional on University of Texas Golf Club (289-283-300), led by John Driscoll III's 70.77 average over 30 rounds. Precision irons and birdie barrages at Linger Longer Invitational on Reynolds Lake Oconee fueled top-10 national finishes amid SEC tests.

Women's Team Notes

Razorbacks women dominated Liz Murphey Collegiate Classic on UGA Golf Course and SEC Championship, posting low rounds like 273 at UCF Challenge. Depth through sub-70 team scores at Blessings Collegiate Invitational highlighted birdie precision and par resilience on challenging SEC layouts.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Brad McMakin

Women's Coach

Shauna Taylor (Estes)

Men's Email

bmcmakin@uark.edu

Women's Email

sxe01@uark.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Brad McMakin heads Arkansas men's golf, guiding Razorbacks to top national finishes including recent Valspar Collegiate 4th place (school-record 33-under). From Fayetteville base with associate Gustavo Morantes, he develops SEC contenders through elite schedules like All-American Intercollegiate, emphasizing Hogs tradition and NCAA postseason pushes.

Women's Coach Bio

Shauna Taylor (Estes) leads Arkansas women's golf with assistants Mike Adams and Martina Gavier, posting competitive SEC results from Razorback Golf facility. Her Hogs compete at national invitationals prioritizing skill development, academics, and conference contention through consistent scoring and regional recruiting.

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