Why Purdue?
Turf management graduates launch careers in high-visibility, performance-based environments across the turfgrass and landscaping industries.
- Director of golf course maintenance
- Director of stadium athletic fields
- Golf course architect and builder
- Parks and grounds maintenance superintendent
- Professional lawn care business owner
- Sod producer
- Turfgrass product research and development scientist
You should pursue the most rigorous high school curriculum available to you. Succeeding in challenging courses will make you a stronger candidate for Purdue’s competitive admission process and better prepare you for college success.
Minimum high school coursework (many applicants exceed these minimums):
- Math – 4 years
- English – 4 years
- Lab science – 3 years
- Social studies – 3 years
- World language – 2 years
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Abram Tebbe
Abram Tebbe chose turf management and science to stay connected to sports and work outdoors — while building a strong, rewarding career. With options ranging from golf courses and athletic fields to sod farms and lawn care, he values the flexibility of his future path. Thanks to his Purdue education and professional connections, Abram feels confident and prepared for success in the turf industry.
Otto Hoehl
In turf management and science, the small classes feel very personal with the opportunity to ask questions and engage in classroom discussion. My peers and I have grown very close in class and through Purdue Turf Club events. Choosing this major has been really rewarding and it’s taken me all over the country with internships and conferences, where I’ve made great connections that’ll help me advance in my career.
Transfer to Turf Management and Science
Purdue admits to individual majors. Transfer students must meet Purdue’s overall transfer criteria, as well as any major-specific requirements, including a minimum GPA of 2.5. Before you apply, check the closed programs page to confirm this major is open to transfer students.
- Minimum 2.5 GPA
