University of Sioux Falls is a private Christian liberal arts university in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, offering 60+ undergraduate and graduate programs with a "Culture for Service" motto. Students rave about small classes, caring professors who know them personally, welcoming community, strong athletics, and vibrant campus activities.

State

South Dakota

Student Population

1,300

Acceptance Rate

82%

GPA Range

3.1-3.6

SAT Range

1070-1230

Common Majors

Business Administration, Nursing, Education, Biology

"Professors build personal connections that make classes engaging while 100 clubs and NCAA Division II sports create energy. We join Winter Olympics, Pac Man tournaments, service projects, and Cougar game days for fun that strengthens community bonds across campus."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$20,740

Conference

Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

75.2

Avg Women's Scores

79-80

Men's Team Notes

University of Sioux Falls men’s golf averaged about 75 per player per round, with team totals near 301 over four counting scores. The Cougars posted several rounds in the 70s and 80s, competed in tightly packed regional events, and showed steady four‑man scoring balance.

Women's Team Notes

University of Sioux Falls women’s golf averaged about 79–80 per player per round, with team totals often in the 315–325‑per‑18‑hole range. The Cougars turned in frequent 70s and 80s, improved from earlier‑season events, and tightened their low‑round performance across the season.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Wade Merry

Women's Coach

Wade Merry

Men's Email

Wade.Merry@USiouxFalls.edu

Women's Email

Wade.Merry@USiouxFalls.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Wade Merry leads University of Sioux Falls men's golf through NSIC events like Bemidji State Invitational and USF Invitational at Grand Falls Casino, where "A" team placed 4th (605, +29). With assistant JJ Cooney, he announced the 2025–26 signing class and pursues Central Region NCAA DII from the Sioux Falls campus.

Women's Coach Bio

Wade Merry directs USF women's golf in NSIC competition, supported by assistant Jonathan Cooney. His dual leadership fosters Maverick/Golden Bear Fall Brawl and spring schedules toward conference contention and NCAA postseason from Sioux Falls base.

State

Student Population

Acceptance Rate

GPA Range

SAT Range

Common Majors

"Professors build personal connections that make classes engaging while 100 clubs and NCAA Division II sports create energy. We join Winter Olympics, Pac Man tournaments, service projects, and Cougar game days for fun that strengthens community bonds across campus."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Tuition (no scholarship)

Conference

Scholarships Available

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

Men's Team Notes

University of Sioux Falls men’s golf averaged about 75 per player per round, with team totals near 301 over four counting scores. The Cougars posted several rounds in the 70s and 80s, competed in tightly packed regional events, and showed steady four‑man scoring balance.

Women's Team Notes

University of Sioux Falls women’s golf averaged about 79–80 per player per round, with team totals often in the 315–325‑per‑18‑hole range. The Cougars turned in frequent 70s and 80s, improved from earlier‑season events, and tightened their low‑round performance across the season.

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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