The GCSAA Scholars Program was developed to recognize outstanding students planning careers in golf and turfgrass management. Marginalized or underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. An applicant must be an undergraduate student and currently enrolled in a two or more year accredited program related to golf or turfgrass management. Seniors graduating prior to the scholarship application deadline are ineligible. Applicants must have completed the first year in a program related to golf course management. Applicants must be GCSAA members planning a career as a superintendent or a closely related professional discipline. Individuals from marginalized or underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply. Selection criteria for this program includes academic excellence, work experience, extracurricular activities, and potential to become a leading professional in the golf course management industry. Applicants must submit an Advisor's Report completed by their academic advisor or the head of the department at the school that they currently attend and a Superintendent's Report completed by a golf course superintendent for whom the applicant has worked. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact GCSAA for more information.