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The Citadel Women's Golf

The Citadel (Citadel) · Charleston, South Carolina · Public university

Acceptance rate23%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate75%finish within six years
Undergraduates3,793Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty11 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

The Citadel Women's Golf coaches

Coaches at The Citadel who recruit Women's Golf, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where The Citadel competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Southern Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
citadelsports.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1085–1285
ACTMiddle 50%: 22–27

Create a profile to see where your scores land.

Popular majors

AccountingBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, GeneralChemistry, GeneralCivil Engineering, GeneralComputer and Information Sciences, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
11 : 1
Graduation rate
75% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor South Carolina residents$8,356
Out-of-state tuition$33,538
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$22,124
Campus

Where it is

The Citadel in Charleston.

Location
Charleston, South Carolina
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
citadel.edu
Overview

About The Citadel Women's Golf

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Lori Bonacci is the Head Coach for The Citadel Women's Golf, verified June 2026. The Citadel (Citadel) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Golf as a member of the Southern Conference. The Citadel is a public school in Charleston, South Carolina with 3,793 undergraduates, a 23% acceptance rate and an average net price of $22,124 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by The Citadel Women's Golf

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Lori Bonacci, the Head Coach. The Citadel has 1 coach for Women's Golf, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your scoring average, tournament finishes and handicap or ranking in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a swing video from down the line and face on, with the link near the top so Lori can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at The Citadel typically score 1085–1285 on the SAT and 22–27 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the The Citadel staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
Questions

The Citadel Women's Golf FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is The Citadel D1?

Yes. The Citadel competes in NCAA Division I Women's Golf, in the Southern Conference.

Is The Citadel public or private?

The Citadel is a public school in Charleston, South Carolina.

What conference is The Citadel Women's Golf in?

The Southern Conference.

Does The Citadel offer athletic scholarships for Women's Golf?

The Citadel competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does The Citadel Women's Golf have?

1 coach, led by Lori Bonacci, the Head Coach.

How much does The Citadel cost?

In-state tuition is $8,356 and out-of-state tuition is $33,538 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,124.

What is the The Citadel acceptance rate?

23% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for The Citadel?

Admitted students typically score 1085–1285 on the SAT and 22–27 on the ACT.

How do I contact the The Citadel Women's Golf coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026