Scholarships

Our Scholarship Program

Since the Trans-Miss Scholarship Fund granted a $600 scholarship in 1953 to Colorado State University (then Colorado A&M), the Trans-Mississippi Golf Association has become a national leader in assisting young men and women pursuing careers in turf management.

More than $90,000 in grants are provided to young men and women at 21 universities across the United States.

  • California State Polytechnic University – Pomona
  • Colorado State University
  • Iowa State University
  • Kansas State University
  • Lake City Community College
  • Louisiana State University
  • Michigan State University
  • Mississippi State University
  • Oklahoma State University
  • Oregon State University
  • Purdue University
  • South Dakota State University
  • Texas A&M University
  • The Ohio State University
  • The Pennsylvania State University
  • The University of Arizona
  • The University of Tennessee
  • University of Minnesota
  • University of Missouri – Columbia
  • University of Nebraska – Lincoln
  • Utah State University

Funds for the scholarships come from tournament proceeds, member club dues and contributions by individuals and corporations, as well as interest from the association’s Endowment Fund.

How to Apply

If you would like to receive more information on our scholarship program or apply for a scholarship, please send an email to: sirussell@tampabay.rr.com.

 

Graduate Testimonials

Jay Morrish, noted architect: “The Trans-Mississippi Scholarship led to a major career change. The financial aid and assistance was invaluable.”

Ken Gorzycki, superitendent, Barton Creek, Austin, Texas: “Both the financial help as well as the recognition helped me — and so many others — to develop our careers.”

The Trans-Mississippi Turf Scholarship Fund is a 501(c)3 corporation.

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