The University of North Alabama is a small public university in Florence, Alabama, known for its friendly campus, strong education and nursing programs, and close‑knit “Lion” community. Students often rave about the beautiful, walkable campus, the supportive faculty, the many small‑class experiences, and the easy access to local events, outdoor spaces, and the growing four‑city area of Florence, Sheffield, Tuscumbia, and Muscle Shoals.

State

Alabama

Student Population

7,400

Acceptance Rate

88–96%

GPA Range

3.0–3.4

SAT Range

1020–1180

Common Majors

nursing, business administration, elementary education, psychology, communications

“My experience at the University of North Alabama has been enriching and inspiring. I’ve appreciated the supportive faculty, diverse student community, and the wide range of academic resources available.”

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

In-state: $10,200; Out-of-state: $20,400

Conference

Atlantic Sun Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

71.65

Avg Women's Scores

73.92

Men's Team Notes

Lions men fired record 269 at Golfweek Fall Challenge and 272 second round at The Prestige, climbing leaderboards with 20-under par-5s and five eagles across 23 rounds averaging 286.6 adjusted. Luo's dominance propelled top finishes on California and South Carolina layouts.

Women's Team Notes

Lion women maintained competitive mid-74 averages over regional invitationals, balancing precise approach play with birdie opportunities from upperclassmen at home tracks. Strong par-4 scoring anchored top-10 contention; veteran leadership advanced postseason positioning on Alabama's challenging firm greens.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Austin Phillips

Women's Coach

Neil Self

Men's Email

aphillips25@una.edu

Women's Email

hself2@una.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Austin Phillips is the University of North Alabama men’s head golf coach, entering his tenure after a successful stint leading Cameron University’s men’s golf program. Hired in 2023, he brings experience from two of Cameron’s best recent seasons and a strong recruiting and development‑focused approach to the Lions. Phillips emphasizes a competitive tournament schedule, technical‑skill refinement, and a team‑driven culture aimed at elevating UNA men’s golf within the Atlantic Sun Conference and NCAA‑Division‑I‑caliber competition.

Women's Coach Bio

Neil Self is the University of North Alabama women’s head golf coach, leading the Lions in the Atlantic Sun Conference. With a background that includes significant collegiate‑coaching experience, Self focuses on building a disciplined, scoring‑oriented program grounded in strong fundamentals and a consistent short‑game culture. He emphasizes player‑development, team chemistry, and a demanding practice environment designed to raise UNA women’s golf’s conference‑finish profile and strengthen its NCAA‑postseason‑level potential.