PGA of America

How to Become a PGA Member

There are two primary pathways that lead to PGA Membership:
the PGA Professional Golf Management Program (PGA Associate Program) and
the PGA Golf Management University Program

* - the PGA Affiliate Program is a path which leads those not yet employed in golf into the PGA Associate Program 

The PGA Associate Program

To become a PGA Member, you'll need to become a registered Associate before completing the PGA Professional Golf Management (PGA PGM) Program–an award-winning educational program designed for aspiring PGA Professionals that focuses on the People, the Business and the Game.

The University Program

The PGA Golf Management University Program, accredited by The Professional Golfers’ Association of America (PGA), is a college degree program designed to attract and educate bright, highly motivated men and women to service all aspects of the industry and produce PGA Members.

The PGA Affiliate Program

Want to become a PGA Member, but not yet working in golf?  Begin in the Affiliate Program, to eventually become an PGA Associate and work toward PGA Membership.  This allows you to complete Level 1 of the award winning education program designed for aspiring PGA Professionals that focuses on the People, the Business and the Game.


If you are a current or former LPGA Member, you may be eligible for the test-out option. Read more here.

2024 New PGA TOUR Members obtain membership information and Class A-3 tour player application here.