Western New Mexico University is a public Hispanic-Serving Institution in Silver City, New Mexico, offering 70+ programs in liberal arts, nursing, business, education, and sciences amid stunning mountain scenery. Students rave about small classes, affordable tuition via scholarships, supportive community, hands-on learning, and outdoor adventures in Gila National Forest.

State

New Mexico

Student Population

2,600

Acceptance Rate

90%

GPA Range

2.0-3.3

SAT Range

Not reported

Common Majors

Liberal Arts, Business, Nursing, Education, Criminal Justice

"Western New Mexico's welcoming community connects everyone through campus events and clubs. Professors offer personal guidance in small classes. We enjoy movie nights, tailgates, Wing Wednesdays, hiking Gila trails, and exploring national forests for weekend adventures that build lasting friendships."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$9,820 (in-state), $17,928 (out-of-state)

Conference

Lone Star Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

75.5

Avg Women's Scores

Men's Team Notes

Western New Mexico men’s golf averaged about 75–76 per player per round, with team totals near 302 over four counting scores. The Mustangs posted several rounds in the 70s and 80s, contended in tightly packed regional events, and showed steady four‑man scoring balance.

Women's Team Notes

Western New Mexico women’s golf averaged about 78 per player per round, with team totals around 312 per 18 holes. The Mustangs turned in frequent 70s and 80s, remained competitive in multi‑round tournaments, and gradually improved their low‑round performance.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Harry O'Callaghan

Women's Coach

Harry O'Callaghan

Men's Email

wnmugolf@wnmu.edu

Women's Email

wnmugolf@wnmu.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Harry O'Callaghan, UK native and WNMU alum (four-year player), became head men's golf coach after two years as graduate assistant and one as full-time assistant under Kent Beatty. Now in his second full season leading Mustangs to national #13 ranking, he competed collegiately while developing Southwest talent for Lone Star contention from Silver City.

Women's Coach Bio

Entering his second season as head women's golf coach, Harry O'Callaghan applies Mustang playing experience and prior assistant roles to build competitive depth in Lone Star Conference. Supported by graduate assistant Adam Niles from Silver City campus (phone: 575-538-6235), he emphasizes student-athlete success across NCAA DII South Central Region.

State

Student Population

Acceptance Rate

GPA Range

SAT Range

Common Majors

Team & Tuition

Divison

Tuition (no scholarship)

Conference

Scholarships Available

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

Men's Team Notes

Western New Mexico men’s golf averaged about 75–76 per player per round, with team totals near 302 over four counting scores. The Mustangs posted several rounds in the 70s and 80s, contended in tightly packed regional events, and showed steady four‑man scoring balance.

Women's Team Notes

Western New Mexico women’s golf averaged about 78 per player per round, with team totals around 312 per 18 holes. The Mustangs turned in frequent 70s and 80s, remained competitive in multi‑round tournaments, and gradually improved their low‑round performance.

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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