Behind golf’s biggest events are PGA Professionals and golf industry leaders working together to advance the sport and enrich the lives it touches. Join a dynamic and supportive community that helps each other thrive.
A PGA Membership offers the tools and support you need to accelerate your career growth and carve out your legacy. Explore the breadth of benefits afforded to PGA Members.
Enhanced Playing & Competition unlocks a level of access you won’t get anywhere else
PGA Members enjoy entry to some of the most coveted courses and competitions, so you can share world-class golfing experiences with the game’s top talent.
Compete With the Best PGA Members & Professionals
Eligibility in PGA of America National Events
Compete for a spot on the Corebridge Financial PGA Teams at Major Championships
PGA Section Tournaments
Playing Access to Courses
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Junior Golfer
Your Path to a PGA Membership Starts Here
To start your journey to PGA Membership, you must first complete one of the following three programs — each offering its own milestones and requirements.
PGA Membership Program Details
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Find a Participating University
Timeline Varies by Individual
Learn More About Each University Program
Timeline Varies by Individual
Contact The University Right For You
Timeline Varies by Individual
Background Check
2 weeks post-submission
Qualifying Level
Must Complete All Coursework | Timeline Varies by Individual
Player Ability Test (PAT)
Must Post Qualifying Score
Timeline Varies by Individual
Eligible Employment
Timeline Varies by Individual
Associated Costs
Instantaneous After Payment
Apply to the PGM Associate Program
Timeline Varies by Individual
Background Check
2 weeks post-submission
Qualifying Level
Must Complete All Coursework | Timeline Varies by Individual
If you’re a current or former LPGA Member you may be able to test out and speed up your path to Membership. LPGA Test Out
Step 1
Find a Participating University
Timeline Varies by Individual
Step 2
Learn More About Each University Program
Timeline Varies by Individual
Step 3
Contact The University Right For You
Timeline Varies by Individual
Step 1
Background Check
2 weeks post-submission
Step 2
Qualifying Level
Must Complete All Coursework | Timeline Varies by Individual
Step 3
Player Ability Test (PAT)
Must Post Qualifying Score
Timeline Varies by Individual
Step 4
Eligible Employment
Timeline Varies by Individual
Step 5
Associated Costs
Instantaneous After Payment
Step 6
Apply to the PGM Associate Program
Timeline Varies by Individual
Step 1
Background Check
2 weeks post-submission
Step 2
Qualifying Level
Must Complete All Coursework | Timeline Varies by Individual
Step 3
Associated Costs
Instantaneous After Payment
Step 4
Apply to the PGM Affiliate Program
Timeline Varies by Individual
Find a Participating University
Timeline Varies by Individual
Learn More About Each University Program
Timeline Varies by Individual
Contact The University Right For You
Timeline Varies by Individual
Background Check
2 weeks post-submission
Qualifying Level
Must Complete All Coursework | Timeline Varies by Individual
Player Ability Test (PAT)
Must Post Qualifying Score
Timeline Varies by Individual
Eligible Employment
Timeline Varies by Individual
Associated Costs
Instantaneous After Payment
Apply to the PGM Associate Program
Timeline Varies by Individual
Background Check
2 weeks post-submission
Qualifying Level
Must Complete All Coursework | Timeline Varies by Individual
Associated Costs
Instantaneous After Payment
Apply to the PGM Affiliate Program
Timeline Varies by Individual
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Whether I’m in my office or on the golf course I’m getting paid to bring people into the game of golf. How can you not love that? That’s what it’s all about.
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Being a PGA Coach allows me to make a career out of what I love the most.
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What PGA Members Have to Say
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I love the game of golf. Growing up everyone says do what you love, and I chose a career in golf because of my passion for it. I’m excited to go to work every day.
Ben Polland, PGA
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