The Royal and Ancient Golf Club Scholarship
The Royal and Ancient Golf Club Scholarship applications are now open, and we are looking for individuals aged between 18 to 29 years-old to apply.
The Scholarship supports young people from around the world with the passion and potential to shape the future of golf. Not only does it offer generous financial support, but it also provides professional and personal development through virtual workshops and seminars, mentorship provided by a Member of the Club and connects you to a community of like-minded individuals.
Previous successful applicants include those interested in agronomy, club management, coaching, sports medicine, golf administration, development, championship staging and the business of golf. This is not a playing scholarship but a programme to support young people continue learning and fulfil their career ambitions in golf.
Support includes:
- A bursary of up to £10,000 per year for educational costs
- A bursary of up to £5,000 per year to facilitate career development experience within the golfing world alongside studies or training
- Mentorship from within The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews’ membership,
- Membership of a global peer support network of Scholars past and present
- Leadership development – a year of virtual leadership training and skills development workshops culminating in the week long Scholars Conference in St Andrews between 17-22 August 2026
To find out more about the Scholarship, download the information brochure and to apply, please visit: https://www.randa.org/en/the-royal-ancient-golf-club-scholarship
Applications close on Wednesday 4th February 2026.