U.S. Open Final Qualifying represents the final gateway to golf's most demanding major championship. Conducted annually at sites across the United States and Canada on a single day in early June, these one-day, 36-hole marathons award the remaining U.S. Open spots to professionals and amateurs who survived Local Qualifying. With only a handful of berths available at each site and fields packed with tour professionals, mini-tour grinders, and elite amateurs, Final Qualifying is arguably the sport's most pressure-filled single day of competition outside the majors themselves.
About U.S. Open Final Qualifying
Recent qualifying sites
23- Jun 8, 2026U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Springfield, OhioSpringfield, OH
- Jun 8, 2026U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Rockville, MarylandRockville, MD
- May 19 — Jun 2, 2025U.S. Open Final QualifyingRegional locations
- Jun 8, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Sacramento, CaliforniaSacramento, CA
- Jun 7, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Westerville, OhioWesterville, OH
- Jun 8, 2026U.S. Open Final Qualifying at York, Ontario CanadaToronto, Ontario, CAN
- Jun 8, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Ball Ground, GeorgiaBall Ground, GA
- May 25, 2026U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Shiga, JapanShiga
- May 18, 2026U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Walton Heath, EnglandTadworth, Surrey, ENG
- May 18, 2026U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Dallas, TexasMesquite, TX
- Jun 8, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Purchase, N.Y.Purchase, NY
- Jun 8, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Gastonia, N.C.Gastonia, NC
- Jun 8, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Creswell, OregonCreswell, OR
- Jun 8, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Palm Beach Gardens, FloridaPalm Beach Gardens, FL
- Jun 2, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Valencia, CaliforniaValencia, CA
- Jun 2, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Summit, New JerseySummit, NJ
- Jun 2, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Walla Walla, WashingtonWalla Walla, WA
- Jun 2, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Columbus, OhioPowell, OH
- Jun 2, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at West Palm Beach, FloridaWest Palm Beach, FL
- Jun 2, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Durham, North CarolinaDurham, NC
- Jun 2, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Atlanta, GeorgiaAtlanta, GA
- May 19, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Dallas, TexasDallas, TX
- May 19, 2025U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Tarao, JapanShiga
Inside U.S. Open Final Qualifying
MembersFinal Qualifying has been the USGA's crucible for U.S. Open access since the current two-stage system was formalized in the 1970s. Each June, typically the Monday eight days before the U.S. Open, more than a dozen qualifying sites host simultaneous 36-hole events. The number of available spots per site varies based on field strength and location—usually betw
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How many spots are available at each U.S. Open Final Qualifying site?
The number varies by site, typically ranging from three to six qualifying spots. The USGA announces allocations in advance based on anticipated field strength and geographic distribution. Ties for the final qualifying position are decided by hole-by-hole playoff.
Who is eligible to compete in U.S. Open Final Qualifying?
Players who successfully advanced through Local Qualifying, plus those exempt into Final Qualifying due to their world ranking, recent tour status, or other USGA criteria. Fields include PGA Tour members, Korn Ferry Tour players, club professionals, and elite amateurs.
What is the format of U.S. Open Final Qualifying?
36 holes of stroke play contested in a single day—typically 18 holes in the morning, a short break, then 18 holes in the afternoon. The lowest scores advance to the U.S. Open, with playoffs resolving ties for the final spot.
When does U.S. Open Final Qualifying take place?
Final Qualifying is held on a single day in early June, usually the Monday eight days before the U.S. Open begins. All qualifying sites conduct their 36-hole competitions simultaneously.
Can amateurs qualify for the U.S. Open through Final Qualifying?
Yes. Amateurs who advance through Local Qualifying compete on equal terms with professionals at Final Qualifying. Those who earn a spot join the U.S. Open field and retain their amateur status if they do not accept prize money.
Where can I find results and pairings for Final Qualifying sites?
The USGA publishes live scoring, pairings, and qualifying allocations for all Final Qualifying sites on usga.org. Amateurgolf.com tracks amateur competitors and provides context on notable qualifiers and playoff outcomes.