General

May I apply for and play in USGA Open championships as an applicant for reinstatement?

Yes. For each of the USGA’s Open championships, you must indicate your status as an applicant for reinstatement when you...

I missed the entry deadline, can I still submit an application?

Unfortunately, late applications are not accepted under any circumstances and will be automatically rejected. A full list of application deadlines...

May I apply for and play in USGA Amateur Championships as an applicant for reinstatement?

To submit an entry for a USGA Amateur Championships, the USGA requires you are reinstated as an amateur golfer prior...

Do I have to be a USGA Member to participate in the championship?

Players are not required to purchase a USGA Membership to compete in USGA Qualifying. However, to compete in USGA Qualifying/Championships...

How do I qualify for a championship?

In order to qualify for a USGA Championship, all players must submit a championship application prior to the entry deadline...

How do I apply to a championship?

Visit our Apply to Play page for registration dates, eligibility criteria, and a list of qualifying sites for each USGA...

What happens if I become exempt after the Close of Entries for a Championship?

Unless otherwise noted, all players must submit an entry and select a qualifying site prior to the Close of Entries....

What are the exemptions for each Championship?

Exemptions for each Championship are listed on the respective Championship Informational PDF on the Championship Applications website. Players who meet...

How many players will advance from each qualifier into the championship?

The number of players advancing from each qualifier and the total number of spots available in qualifying are determined after...

When does my Handicap Index need to meet the championship requirement?

A current Handicap ID (GHIN) number issued through an authorized golf club is required and must meet the championship requirement...

How do I get a Handicap Index?

Information on how to get a Handicap Index can be found here: https://www.usga.org/handicapping/getting-a-usga-handicap-index.html

Can I play in a qualifier out of the state that I reside in?

Players are permitted to register to compete in a qualifier within any state/country, so long as space is available and...

Can I play in more than one qualifier for a championship?

All players are limited to one qualifying location for each USGA championship. Qualifying sites are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. ...