University of New Haven (UNH) is a private comprehensive university in West Haven, Connecticut, founded in 1920 originally as New Haven YMCA Junior College on Yale's campus. It emphasizes experiential learning across 100+ undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering, business, forensic science, criminal justice, and health sciences on an 82-acre coastal campus. Highlights include the renowned Henry C. Lee Institute of Forensic Science, NCAA Division II Chargers athletics, strong co-op/internship placements, and proximity to NYC/Boston.

State

Connecticut

Student Population

7,000

Acceptance Rate

81%

GPA Range

3.2-3.6

SAT Range

1030-1220

Common Majors

Criminal justice, psychology, engineering, business, forensic science

"UNH's Charger pride fuels career-focused community on our sunny coastal campus. Off-campus, beaches, New Haven eats, and NYC trips recharge; students love hands-on forensics labs, prof connections, D2 games, co-ops, modern facilities, and practical culture launching us into real-world success."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

$49,320.00

Conference

Northeast Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

82.75

Men's Team Notes

Last season, the men's team averaged 300.6 adjusted per player per round over 13 rounds, totaling 40.40 weighted points. Finishes featured 1st (+49, +9), 4th (+7, +38), and 8th (+29), indicating reliable stroke play consistency.

Women's Team Notes

Last season, the women's team averaged 331.9 adjusted per player per round across 16 rounds, achieving national #140 and regional #28 ranks. Five top-3 finishes in 8 stroke play events underscored their scoring depth.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Evan DeLuca

Women's Coach

Evan DeLuca

Men's Email

edeluca@newhaven.edu

Women's Email

edeluca@newhaven.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Evan DeLuca, a former Division I golfer at Iona College and 2015 graduate, became University of New Haven's head men's golf coach in July 2024. With over a decade in the golf industry, he spent five years at Arccos Golf as Customer Service Rep and Partnerships Manager. Previously, he served as Assistant Golf Pro at Bayonne Golf Club, managing operations, tournaments, and pursuing a pro career while captaining Iona's team.

Women's Coach Bio

Named head women's golf coach at University of New Haven in July 2024, Evan DeLuca brings Division I playing experience from Iona College, where he captained the 2014-15 team. After graduating in 2015, he worked 10+ years in golf, including five at Arccos Golf (Customer Service/Partnerships) and as Assistant Pro at Bayonne Golf Club, handling shop operations and events while chasing professional status.

State

Student Population

Acceptance Rate

GPA Range

SAT Range

Common Majors

"UNH's Charger pride fuels career-focused community on our sunny coastal campus. Off-campus, beaches, New Haven eats, and NYC trips recharge; students love hands-on forensics labs, prof connections, D2 games, co-ops, modern facilities, and practical culture launching us into real-world success."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Tuition (no scholarship)

Conference

Scholarships Available

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

Men's Team Notes

Last season, the men's team averaged 300.6 adjusted per player per round over 13 rounds, totaling 40.40 weighted points. Finishes featured 1st (+49, +9), 4th (+7, +38), and 8th (+29), indicating reliable stroke play consistency.

Women's Team Notes

Last season, the women's team averaged 331.9 adjusted per player per round across 16 rounds, achieving national #140 and regional #28 ranks. Five top-3 finishes in 8 stroke play events underscored their scoring depth.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Women's Coach

Men's Email

Women's Email

Men's Coach Bio

Women's Coach Bio

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