Turfgrass Management

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Turfgrass Management program mission is to prepare students for management positions in the golf and turfgrass industries. The Turfgrass Management program goal is designed to assist students in gaining the specialized knowledge required for career growth and future success in the golf and turfgrass industries. Students receive a blend of classroom instruction and hands-on experiential learning that provides students with the practical application of course work.

Program Mission

Keiser University’s Associate of Science in Turfgrass Management program's mission is to prepare students for management positions in the golf and turfgrass industries. Students are prepared with the essential skills and knowledge to assist in the maintenance of golf facility operation including the fiscal responsibilities of business management.

Program Goals

1. Develop the student's foundation of knowledge and skills essential to the maintenance of turfgrass at golf facilities and turf operation.
2. Provide students with the framework to further develop their abilities in the maintenance and upkeep of all areas of a golf course or sports field.
3. Expose students to technology and equipment used in the maintenance of golf and turfgrass facilities
4. Build the students' business acumen and financial management skills in the operation of a golf facility.

Gain Job-Ready Skills for a Turfgrass Management Career:

• Turfgrass science and plant physiology
• Soil science and soil fertility management
• Golf course design and maintenance methods
• Irrigation and drainage system operation
• Turfgrass disease and pest identification
• Facility equipment operation and maintenance
• Business management and golf facility operations

Keiser University offers career-focused degree programs designed to support working adults, traditional students, and career changers. With on-campus, online, and hybrid learning options, experienced faculty, and comprehensive student support, Keiser helps learners achieve their personal and professional goals at all levels.

Applicants desiring to enter Keiser University must submit an application to the Admissions Office well in advance of the start date. This permits proper scheduling and assures availability of classroom space. Applications for winter, spring or fall semesters should be made as early as possible, as these entry dates are normally the time of greatest enrollment.

For students enrolling at Keiser University, credit for courses or degrees completed at another institution is subject to approval by the Dean of Academic Affairs. These courses or degrees must be similar in content and duration to those offered in the program for which an applicant has applied. The Dean of Academic Affairs makes the final decision of accepted transfer credits from the received transcript. However, only courses listed on official transcripts receive permanent official transfer credit. (To grant such credit, Keiser University must receive official transcripts--- those mailed directly to Keiser University by the previous institution---by the end of a student’s first semester.) Keiser University requires that, at a minimum, a student complete the final 25% of a program through the University. Active duty, reservists, and National Guard service members who are students can complete at a minimum 25% of a program at any time through the University and graduate. Transfer students are informed in writing of any credits accepted as transferable. Preliminary notification is presented, in most cases, prior to enrollment but in no case later than the end of a transfer student's first semester. Students are responsible for having official transcripts sent to Keiser University from their former institution(s). It may be necessary for students to forfeit some previously earned credit in the transfer process since college philosophies, objectives and programs may vary and change from year to year. Therefore, Keiser University makes no blanket statement or promise of acceptance of credits from any other institution.

To receive an Associate of Science in Turfgrass Management, students must complete 60 credit hours as described below. The length of this program is approximately 20 months (this will vary if a student transfers in credits).

A semester of sixteen (16) weeks may consist of four (4) consecutive four (4) week terms, two consecutive 8-week terms, or (1) consecutive sixteen (16) week semester of instruction.

Study online or on-campus at Florida locations. Choose one class at a time, on-campus, online, or hybrid. Evening and weekend options are available for working adults at select campuses.

Keiser University charges tuition per 16-week semester according to the number of credit hours scheduled, not per program. The rates below are the university’s published Flagship (Residential) campus Tuition and Fee Disclosure, effective Fall Semester 2026, and are subject to annual review.

Required fees

• Tuition deposit — $150.00, refundable before May 1 for fall and November 1 for spring
• Housing deposit — $250.00, refundable before July 1 for fall and December 1 for spring
• Education fee — $976.00 per semester, for programmatic participation and facilities resources
• Technology fee — $309.00 per semester
• Health insurance — $2,169.00 per academic year, or $1,370.00 for spring and summer only

Other fees are charged per occurrence: withdrawal $100.00, orientation $100.00, re-entry $150.00, car permit $50.00 ($15.00 for an additional permit), returned check $40.00, dorm key replacement $30.00, library late fee $10.00, student ID replacement $30.00, late payment $25.00 and transcript $10.00. Program supplies and kits vary by program; textbooks are estimated at up to $2,000.00 per semester.

Financial aid

Keiser University participates in federal Title IV financial aid. Students seeking aid complete the FAFSA using the university’s federal school code, 015159.

Graduates of Keiser University’s Associate of Science in Turfgrass Management pursue careers supporting golf course operations and turfgrass facilities across Florida and the broader golf industry. The turfgrass management program prepares students for entry-level and advancing roles in golf course maintenance, grounds management, and facility operations, giving graduates the technical knowledge, science background, and business skills that golf course superintendents and facility managers look for when hiring.

Career Pathways in Golf and Turfgrass Management

• Assistant golf course superintendent
• Turf management technician
• Golf course grounds crew leader
• Irrigation specialist
• Soil and fertility management specialist
• Golf facility equipment operator
• Country club grounds manager
• Sports field turf manager
• Golf course construction technician
• Lawn care operations manager
• Golf course maintenance supervisor
• Athletic turf specialist
• Golf club operations assistant

While Keiser University provides employment placement assistance, it cannot promise or guarantee employment.

Keiser University’s turfgrass management program suits students at every stage of their journey, from recent high school graduates with a love of the outdoors to career changers seeking a purposeful path in the golf industry. With expert faculty, a hands-on curriculum grounded in real golf course maintenance practice, and 8-week terms designed to keep students moving forward, Keiser provides the preparation and support needed to launch a meaningful career in turf management. Submit an application today and take the first step toward a career spent keeping the game’s greatest venues in top condition.