Admission Criteria

Students are admitted into the University of Maryland Eastern Shore PGA Golf Management Program on a competitive basis. Each year’s incoming class size is determined by the number of students currently enrolled, the number scheduled to graduate, and the program’s projected retention rate. PGA guidelines limit the size of the program to 400 total students and a maximum incoming class size of 100.

Prospective students must first apply for entrance into the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Once admitted to the University, the student petitions for admittance into the PGA Golf Management Program. A verification of a USGA handicap of 12 or less will be required. This must be verified by handicap card or equivalent.

Handicap Verification will include:

1. A copy of a current USGA handicap index card indicating a handicap of 12 or less.
2. The Confirmation of Playing Ability Form filled out by a PGA Golf Professional or High School Coach.
3. Successful completion of the PGA’s Playing Ability Test (PAT).