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Disc golf is close to ideal as a student sport: a disc costs $12, most courses are free, and a round fits between classes. These guides list the PDGA courses within 30 miles of 30 universities, with real distances from campus. 11 schools have a course within walking distance.
All 30 schools
Sorted by distance to the nearest course.
| School | Courses within 30 mi | Closest | Free |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ohio State University | 10 | 0.0 mi | 6 |
| UNC Chapel Hill | 10 | 0.0 mi | 6 |
| Virginia Tech | 10 | 0.5 mi | 8 |
| Western Michigan University | 10 | 0.7 mi | 8 |
| Iowa State University | 10 | 0.8 mi | 6 |
| NC State University | 10 | 0.8 mi | 6 |
| University of Oregon | 10 | 0.8 mi | 4 |
| Indiana University | 10 | 1.0 mi | 4 |
| Boise State University | 10 | 1.1 mi | 6 |
| University of Arkansas | 10 | 1.2 mi | 6 |
| University of Michigan | 10 | 1.4 mi | 7 |
| Clemson University | 10 | 1.6 mi | 7 |
| University of Tennessee | 10 | 1.7 mi | 6 |
| Colorado State University | 10 | 2.1 mi | 4 |
| University of Colorado Boulder | 10 | 2.1 mi | 6 |
| Oregon State University | 10 | 2.2 mi | 8 |
| University of Texas at Austin | 10 | 2.4 mi | 8 |
| University of Kentucky | 10 | 2.5 mi | 8 |
| University of Montana | 8 | 2.6 mi | 6 |
| Cal Poly San Luis Obispo | 10 | 2.7 mi | 8 |
| Penn State University | 6 | 2.9 mi | 5 |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | 10 | 3.0 mi | 8 |
| University of New Hampshire | 10 | 3.6 mi | 7 |
| University of Vermont | 10 | 3.7 mi | 8 |
| University of Washington | 10 | 3.8 mi | 9 |
| University of Minnesota | 10 | 4.2 mi | 7 |
| University of Florida | 4 | 4.5 mi | 3 |
| Appalachian State University | 10 | 5.4 mi | 5 |
| University of Georgia | 10 | 5.4 mi | 8 |
| Michigan State University | 10 | 6.2 mi | 6 |
Frequently asked questions
Which universities have disc golf courses on campus?
Of the 30 schools covered here, 11 have a course within 1.5 miles of campus — close enough to walk. Campus and near-campus courses are common because they need little land and almost no maintenance.
How much does it cost a student to start disc golf?
About $12 for a single mid-range disc, or $25 to $35 for a three-disc starter set. Most courses are free to play, so there is no per-round cost.
How do I find other players at my school?
Check the campus recreation office for a disc golf club, or search your school's name plus disc golf on Facebook. College clubs run weekly rounds and usually have spare discs for newcomers.
Is there a college disc golf competition?
Yes. The National Collegiate Disc Golf Championship has run since 2006, and many schools field teams through their campus club. Regional college series events feed into it.