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Virginia Commonwealth

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is a large public research university in downtown Richmond, Virginia, known for its strong arts, health sciences, and business programs, plus a highly urban, creative campus vibe. Students often rave about the walkable city‑center location, the many clubs and student‑run events, the arts‑forward campus, and the easy access to internships, nightlife, and riverfront recreation.

State

Virginia

Student Population

31,000

Acceptance Rate

92–93%

GPA Range

3.1–3.5

SAT Range

1030–1270

Common Majors

psychology, biology, health‑related education, business, nursing

going to VCU feels like being in the heart of the city with endless things to do, from art shows to river‑day hangouts, and there are tons of ways to get involved, meet people, and grow both academically and socially.”

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

In-state: $14,596; Out-of-state: $36,657

Conference

Atlantic 10 Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

72.68

Avg Women's Scores

75.24

Men's Team Notes

Rams men averaged 290.7 over 29 rounds at Golf Club of Virginia (Queens Cup) and Hermitage Country Club (Richmond Intercollegiate), posting top-8 finishes with strong par-5 birdies led by freshmen depth. Steady irons fueled contention amid Virginia winds on rolling Piedmont layouts.

Women's Team Notes

Ram women carded 300.9 scores at Hayfields Country Club (Lady Dutch Invitational) and Independence Golf Course (VCU Match Play), highlighted by top-6s with precise short game from upperclassmen. Birdie runs advanced positioning on challenging East Coast tracks.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Tyler Schmutz

Women's Coach

Tyler Schmutz

Men's Email

schmutzt@vcu.edu

Women's Email

schmutzt@vcu.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Tyler Schmutz is VCU Golf head coach, tasked with leading both the men’s and women’s programs at Virginia Commonwealth University in the Atlantic 10. Named to the role in 2024, he previously served as assistant at Big Ten power Indiana, helping the Hoosiers reach NCAA Regionals and post program‑best conference‑championship results. Schmutz brings a strong developmental‑coaching background, a focus on NCAA‑championship‑caliber training, and a competitive schedule aimed at sustaining VCU’s historically successful men’s‑golf tradition.

Women's Coach Bio

Tyler Schmutz also leads the VCU women’s golf program in the Atlantic 10, serving as head coach within the overall RAMS Golf structure. He brings experience from high‑level collegiate and professional‑golf environments, emphasizing fundamentals, short‑game work, and a demanding practice culture. Under his direction, the goal is steady improvement in national rankings and conference‑level finishes, positioning VCU women’s golf as a consistent, postseason‑aspirational team within the A‑10.

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