The NGCA Freshman of the Year Award is awarded annualy to the top Freshman in Division I, II and III women's golf. Freshman must have competed in a minimum of 15 competitive rounds to be considered.

NGCA Freshman of the Year Criteria

1. Adjusted scoring average for the year.
2. Place finishes in regular season events, conference tournaments, the NCAA Regional (Division I & II) and the NCAA Championship.
3. Head to head comparisons against the top 65 in the Golfstat Rankings.
4. Comparison of Common Opponents.
5. Strength of Schedule.