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Wright State University

Wright State University is a public university in Fairborn, Ohio, near Dayton, known for strong programs in business, nursing, psychology, and engineering plus a mid‑size, commuter‑friendly campus with Raider athletics. Students often rave about the affordability, many clubs and organizations, inclusive community, and hands‑on research opportunities, along with the easy access to Dayton’s job market and city life.

State

Ohio

Student Population

9,900

Acceptance Rate

95–96%

GPA Range

2.8–3.3

SAT Range

910–1230

Common Majors

business administration, nursing/registered nurse, psychology, biology

“Wright State feels like a friendly, commuter‑heavy campus where you can study in strong business and nursing programs, join lots of clubs and Raider events, and still be close to Dayton, and many students say they were surprised by how quickly the small campus and 100‑plus organizations made their experience feel both welcoming and purposeful.”

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

$11,522 / $21,222

Conference

Horizon League

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

73.6

Avg Women's Scores

N/A

Men's Team Notes

Wright State men hosted Wright State Invitational at Heatherwoode Golf Club, posting consistent 298s through Midwest tests. Steady par-5 scoring fueled top-10 finishes at Dayton Flyer Intercollegiate on NCR Country Club amid challenging Ohio layouts and birdie opportunities in Horizon League events.

Women's Team Notes

N/A

Coaches

Men's Coach

Conner Lash

Women's Coach

N/A

Men's Email

conner.lash@wright.edu

Women's Email

N/A

Men's Coach Bio

Conner Lash, head men's golf coach at Wright State since August 2021, has built a powerhouse with a 407-85-2 record (83% win rate) and two Horizon League team titles plus three individual champions. His Raiders won the 2024 league championship and continue dominating match play in events like Sweetens Cove Intercollegiate.

Women's Coach Bio

N/A

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