Maryland-Eastern Shore became the first historically black college accredited by the Professional Golf Association of America to offer the organization's Professional Golf Management program.

The 4-1/2 year curriculum for aspiring PGA professionals includes extensive classroom studies, internship experience and player development. Maryland-Eastern Shore is only the 20th university overall to receive the PGA accreditation, joining schools like Arizona State and Florida State, which have both offered the program since 1999. Ferris State was the first accredited school, earning the right to offer the program in 1975.

"It is with great pride that The PGA of America welcomes the University of Maryland Eastern Shore into the PGA/PGM Program,” said PGA President Brian Whitcomb. “For more than 30 years, the PGA/PGM Program has enabled more young people to accomplish their career goals and make an impact in the golf industry.”