The University of Central Florida (UCF) is a large public research university in Orlando, Florida, known for its massive student body, strong technology and business programs, and vibrant campus life. Students often rave about the 650+ clubs, the “Knight” spirit, the many on‑ and off‑campus events, and the easy access to internships, theme parks, and the wider Orlando area.

State

Florida

Student Population

69,800

Acceptance Rate

40–43%

GPA Range

3.5-3.7

SAT Range

1200–1340

Common Majors

business, computer science, engineering, psychology, criminal justice, political science

“My experience at the University of Central Florida has been incredibly rewarding; the campus life is full of events and clubs, the professors are engaging, and the resources available help me stay on track academically.”

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

In-state: $6,368; Out-of-state: $22,467

Conference

Big 12 Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

71.72

Avg Women's Scores

72.15

Men's Team Notes

Knights men carded 286.9 adjusted averages over 28 rounds at Olympia Fields Country Club Invitational and Gators Invitational (Mark Bostick Golf Course), securing top-10 finishes with strong par-5 birdies led by freshmen depth. Coastal winds tested precision fueling regional contention.

Women's Team Notes

Knight women delivered 288.6 scoring averages across 32 rounds at Pinehurst No. 6 American Championship and Trinity Forest Invitational, earning 1 top-3 with balanced irons from upperclassmen anchors. Birdie surges on Texas and North Carolina layouts advanced postseason positioning.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Bryce Wallor

Women's Coach

Emily Marron

Men's Email

bwallor@athletics.ucf.edu

Women's Email

emarron@athletics.ucf.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Bryce Wallor is the University of Central Florida men’s head golf coach, entering his 14th season with the Knights in 2025–26. He has guided the program into consistent NCAA‑postseason‑level contention, with multiple conference championships and an NCAA‑Regional title under his leadership. Wallor emphasizes a high‑level tournament schedule, strong fundamentals, and a disciplined practice culture that keeps UCF among the top teams in the Big 12 and a regular presence in the national‑ranking conversation.

Women's Coach Bio

Emily Marron is UCF women’s head golf coach, leading the Knights in the Big 12 Conference. She oversees a program that has steadily grown in quality and competitiveness, with a strong recruiting‑network presence and a focus on short‑game development and scoring efficiency. Marron emphasizes team chemistry, academic balance, and a demanding schedule, working to raise the women’s program’s standing within the Big 12 and toward more frequent NCAA‑postseason‑caliber seasons.