First Tee College Scholarship Program

A comprehensive scholarship and mentorship program for First Tee alumni pursuing higher education.

Geographic Scope: National - serves First Tee participants from chapters across the United States

Program Details:

• Launched in 2020, now in its sixth year (as of 2025)
• 121 current or former members, including 21 college graduates
• 27 new scholars selected in 2025 class
• Represents 22 unique First Tee chapters

Eligibility:

• Must be recent high school graduate or First Tee alumni
• Competitive selection from national pool
• Consideration based on:
  • Academic performance
  • Financial need
  • Chapter involvement
  • Community service
  • Other criteria
• Rigorous application and interview process required

Support Provided:

• Financial support: Full scholarship amounts not specified in materials
• Mentorship: Paired with trained adult mentor to guide through higher education and beyond
• Professional development: Annual professional development conference for all active Scholars
• Summer internship and employment placement: Assistance with job placement after graduation
• Pre-college retreat: July retreat at First Tee Headquarters to meet fellow class members

Selection Criteria (2025 Class):

• Average 10 years in First Tee
• Average SAT score of 1450
• 6 first-generation college students
• 5 collegiate golfers
• 16 women and 11 men

Application Process

1. Application Period: Opens in early 2025
2. Steps:
   • Submit online application
   • Selected finalists participate in one-on-one interviews
3. Required Consideration Areas:
   • Academic performance
   • Financial need
   • Chapter involvement
   • Community service
   • Other criteria
4. Timeline:
   • Applications accepted during specified window
   • Finalist interviews conducted
   • Scholars announced (typically June)
   • Pre-college retreat held in July
5. No specific narrative questions or detailed application requirements listed in available materials.