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University of Kentucky

The University of Kentucky is a large public land‑grant research university in Lexington known for strong academics in health, STEM, business, and law, plus spirited “Wildcat” culture. Students often rave about the close‑knit campus atmosphere, the energy around basketball games, the wide range of clubs and organizations, and the city‑like opportunities in Lexington.

State

Kentucky

Student Population

36,000

Acceptance Rate

92–95%

GPA Range

3.4–3.7

SAT Range

1070–1270

Common Majors

nursing, finance, marketing, business, psychology, biology

“Game days turning campus into one big living room, how easy it is to get involved in clubs or research with a big‑school budget, that the workload can pile up and the campus can feel overwhelming at first, and that the city vibe never fully hides the small‑town side of Lexington, yet the Wildcat energy still makes it feel like you’re part of a place that actually cares if you succeed.”

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

In-state: $13,212; Out-of-state: $33,406

Conference

Southeastern Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

72.45

Avg Women's Scores

74.1

Men's Team Notes

Wildcats men posted steady low-72s team averages across 20 rounds, led by Schoenberger's 70.67 spring scoring with six sub-par efforts and top finishes at Mason Rudolph. Freshmen depth complemented veteran play; strong invitationals and home events built consistent contention through SEC battles and regional positioning.

Women's Team Notes

Wildcat women achieved improved mid-74 averages over key events, highlighted by Castle's standout 71.88 individual mark with multiple top-10s and sharp par-4 execution. Team depth shone at ANNIKA and home invitationals; veteran leadership plus freshmen contributions fueled top finishes and elevated postseason aspirations across balanced schedule.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Brian Craig

Women's Coach

Golda Borst

Men's Email

brian.craig@uky.edu

Women's Email

goldaborst@uky.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Brian Craig is the University of Kentucky men’s head golf coach, leading the Wildcats in the SEC and entering his 22nd season at the helm. He has elevated the program to national prominence, with three top‑10 finishes at the NCAA Championships and the school’s first SEC title in 2005. Craig emphasizes a strong, high‑expectation practice culture, team‑chemistry, and tournament‑level preparation, keeping Kentucky among the top mid‑major programs nationally.

Women's Coach Bio

Golda Borst is the University of Kentucky women’s head golf coach, guiding the program to new heights over 15+ seasons. Under her direction the Lady Wildcats have earned 10 NCAA‑Regional appearances, eight team titles, and their first NCAA‑Championship finals berth since 1992. Borst combines recruiting savvy with a strong focus on individual‑player development and short‑game excellence, building a competitive, supportive environment that consistently challenges in the SEC.

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