Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) is a public historically Black university founded in 1892 as Slater Industrial Academy in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Part of the University of North Carolina system since 1972, it offers programs in education, nursing, business, health sciences, and arts on a 117-acre campus. Highlights include strong teacher training legacy, nursing excellence, Diggs Art Gallery, NCAA Division II Rams athletics, and community engagement.

State

North Carolina

Student Population

3,500

Acceptance Rate

65%

GPA Range

2.9-3.4

SAT Range

830-1050

Common Majors

Nursing, business, education, psychology, criminal justice

"WSSU's Ram family creates vibrant HBCU spirit on our welcoming campus near Salem Lake. Off-campus, Winston-Salem arts and BBQ refresh; students love Homecoming, small classes, prof care, D2 games, nursing labs, culture clubs, and empowering legacy launching us into purposeful careers."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 2

Tuition (no scholarship)

$6,126 (in-state), $16,782 (out-of-state)

Conference

Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

74.5

Avg Women's Scores

78-81

Men's Team Notes

Winston‑Salem State men’s golf averaged about 298 per 18‑hole team round, or roughly 74–75 per player, in multi‑round events. The Rams turned in several rounds in the 70s and 80s, showing steady four‑man balance and competitive totals in regional‑level fields.

Women's Team Notes

Winston‑Salem State women’s golf averaged about 78–81 per player per round, with counting‑rounds clustered in the 70s and 80s. The team posted solid multi‑round totals and improved low‑round performance, competing effectively in mid‑level conference and regional‑level tournaments.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Charles Penny II

Women's Coach

Charles Penny II

Men's Email

pennycw@wssu.edu

Women's Email

pennycw@wssu.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Charles Penny II serves as head men's golf coach at Winston-Salem State University, elevating the Rams to CIAA dominance with top finishes like second at Arcis HBCU Championship and a prestigious Sage Valley trip victory over Morehouse. His squad ranked ninth regionally, practicing at Bermuda Run while targeting NCAA DII East Region qualification from Winston-Salem base.

Women's Coach Bio

Charles Penny II heads Winston-Salem State women's golf alongside the men's program in CIAA competition. With assistant Richard Guy, he fosters HBCU excellence through events like Bridgestone Invitational and CIAA Southern Division Tourney. Penny's leadership drives academic-athletic success and postseason contention in the Southeast Region.

State

Student Population

Acceptance Rate

GPA Range

SAT Range

Common Majors

"WSSU's Ram family creates vibrant HBCU spirit on our welcoming campus near Salem Lake. Off-campus, Winston-Salem arts and BBQ refresh; students love Homecoming, small classes, prof care, D2 games, nursing labs, culture clubs, and empowering legacy launching us into purposeful careers."

Team & Tuition

Divison

Tuition (no scholarship)

Conference

Scholarships Available

Avg Men's Scores

Avg Women's Scores

Men's Team Notes

Winston‑Salem State men’s golf averaged about 298 per 18‑hole team round, or roughly 74–75 per player, in multi‑round events. The Rams turned in several rounds in the 70s and 80s, showing steady four‑man balance and competitive totals in regional‑level fields.

Women's Team Notes

Winston‑Salem State women’s golf averaged about 78–81 per player per round, with counting‑rounds clustered in the 70s and 80s. The team posted solid multi‑round totals and improved low‑round performance, competing effectively in mid‑level conference and regional‑level tournaments.

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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