ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

OSU Requirements .................... PGM Requirements

The Ohio State University

Ohio State has a competitive admission process in which students are considered for admission based largely on their academic performance and credentials. Secondary factors include school and out-of-school activities. All students are considered under competitive standards except Ohio residents applying to an Ohio State regional campus in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, Newark, or to Ohio State ATI in Wooster. Three primary factors are considered in our competitive admission review process:

1. Successful completion of the college preparatory curriculum while in high school. Minimum college prep requirements are listed below. Numbers in ( ) represent the recommended number of units for strong preparation.

• 4 units of college prep English
• (4) 3 units of college prep math
• (3) 2 units each of college prep science, social science and the same foreign language
• 1 unit of a visual or performing art
• 1 additional unit of the above courses
• Students exceeding the minimum curriculum in math, natural resources, or foreign language will be given additional consideration.

2. High school performance as evidenced by class rank or grade point average.

3. Performance on the ACT or SAT (you must submit scores from one of the two tests).

You may be given additional consideration if:

• you attend a competitive high school
• you have taken accelerated courses (e.g. honors, AP, IB)
• you are a first-generation college student
• you provide cultural, economic, racial, and geographic diversity
• you possess particular outstanding talents
• you have been involved in extracurricular activities, have had significant work experiences, or leadership positions
• your high school performance was adversely affected by physical, mental, or learning environment factors
• you are eligible for and will benefit from organized support services at Ohio State

Additional Requirements:

• Ohio State requires that you receive a high school diploma or GED to enroll.
• Students attending Ohio State regional campuses must meet admissions requirements to enroll at Columbus campus.
• An official ACT or SAT score, sent directly from the agency, will be required for enrollment.

***Be sure to check our Frequently Asked Questions
to learn more about the program.***

Professional Golf Management Program

The PGM program at The Ohio State University has two requirements for admission. The first is general admission to the University and the second is proof of an 18-hole golf handicap of 10 or better. This second requirement provides evidence that PGM students have the potential to pass the PGA of America’s Playing Ability Test (PAT). All students admitted to the PGM major program must have the ability and inclination to pass the PAT.

The OSU PGM program will accept transfer students. Students doing so must complete all major curriculum requirements in the same sequence and time frame as students enrolling as first-year PGM students. This is done so students will matriculate through the program as a cohort group and so students can complete work experience and internship requirements according to a schedule which provides the greatest opportunity for successful completion of the program.

International students are eligible to enroll in the OSU PGM program, if they meet all admission requirements. International students must complete all aspects of the PGM program including the minimum 16 months of internship. It is important that the proper work visa is in place to allow for this employment in the United States. Upon completion of all degree requirements, international students will receive at Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with a major in Professional Golf Management.

Policy

All PGM applicants must show proof of an 18-hole golf handicap of 10 or better. Proof of this handicap may be established by any one of the following:

• Confirmation of playing ability form signed by a high school golf coach
• Confirmation of playing ability form signed by a PGA of America member
• Current United States Golf Association Handicap card
• Confirmation of Playing Ability form - download form
  
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