Wheeling University is a private Catholic university in Wheeling, West Virginia, founded in 1954 by the Jesuits (formerly Wheeling Jesuit University). It offers undergraduate and graduate programs in business, nursing, education, and sciences on a scenic campus overlooking the Ohio River. Students rave about the tight-knit community, dedicated professors, beautiful views, strong athletics, and supportive student-athlete environment.

State

West Virginia

Student Population

1,171

Acceptance Rate

65%

GPA Range

3.0-3.45

SAT Range

910-1130

Common Majors

Business, Nursing, Education, Biology

"Professors understand student-athletes schedules while campus offers library resources and athletic facilities. We join student organizations, cheer Cardinals games, explore Ohio River views, and participate in residence life programs that build lifelong friendships in this supportive community."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

29,475

Conference

Mountain East Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

75.8

Avg Women's Scores

102

Men's Team Notes

Wheeling men’s golf averaged about 75–76 per player per round, with team totals near 303 over four counting scores. The Cardinals posted several rounds in the 70s and 80s, contended in tightly packed MEC‑style events, and showed steady four‑man scoring balance.

Women's Team Notes

Wheeling women’s golf averaged about 102–103 per player per round, with team totals around 409 per 18 holes. The Cardinals turned in mostly 80s and 90s, fielded a young roster, and focused on improving fundamentals and low‑round performance across the season.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Thadd Obecny

Women's Coach

Thadd Obecny

Men's Email

tobecny@wheeling.edu

Women's Email

tobecny@wheeling.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Thadd Obecny leads Wheeling men's golf as head coach, posting strong MEC finishes like 1st after Day 1 at 2025 Championships (297) and 4th at Wheeling Invitational. With graduate assistant Mathias Nunez, he guides Cardinals through regional events at Belmont Hills CC and Avalon Lakes toward NCAA DII East Regionals.

Women's Coach Bio

Thadd Obecny directs Wheeling women's golf in MEC competition, supported by graduate assistant Ana Noguera. From the Wheeling campus, his dual-role leadership emphasizes development through conference play and Northeast tournaments, building on 2023-24 progress toward postseason contention.

State

Student Population

Acceptance Rate

GPA Range

SAT Range

Common Majors

"Professors understand student-athletes schedules while campus offers library resources and athletic facilities. We join student organizations, cheer Cardinals games, explore Ohio River views, and participate in residence life programs that build lifelong friendships in this supportive community."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Tuition (no scholarship)

Conference

Scholarships Available

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

Men's Team Notes

Wheeling men’s golf averaged about 75–76 per player per round, with team totals near 303 over four counting scores. The Cardinals posted several rounds in the 70s and 80s, contended in tightly packed MEC‑style events, and showed steady four‑man scoring balance.

Women's Team Notes

Wheeling women’s golf averaged about 102–103 per player per round, with team totals around 409 per 18 holes. The Cardinals turned in mostly 80s and 90s, fielded a young roster, and focused on improving fundamentals and 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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