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| Scholarship Name | Description | Sports Covered | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount | Deadline | Official Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James W. McLamore WHOPPER® Scholarship (Burger King) | National merit-based scholarship seeking exceptional student leaders in academics, community service, and athletics. | All sports (leadership in sport is a plus) | High school senior; GPA ≥ 3.5; active leadership in community and/or athletics; preference for work experience & financial need. | $1,000 – $60,000 | Dec 15, 2025 | Burger King Scholars |
| American Legion Baseball Scholarship | Annual scholarship for talented baseball players involved in American Legion teams. Multiple winners selected by state and at the World Series. | Baseball | High school senior on an American Legion baseball team; selection based on leadership, citizenship, and academics. | $500 – $5,000 | Opens May 2026 | American Legion Scholarship |
| FOREVER2SIX Billy Lowe Memorial Scholarship | Memorial scholarship honoring Billy Lowe (hockey/lacrosse athlete) for varsity athletes and organ donors in upstate New York. | Hockey, Lacrosse (general athletics) | Graduating senior at designated NY high schools (Corning-Painted Post, Horseheads, etc.); varsity athlete; registered organ donor; solid academics. | $6,026 (one-time) | Feb 1, 2026 | Community Foundation (Elmira-Corning) |
| Braly SOCO “Any Athlete” Scholarship | Colorado scholarship created in memory of Henry Braly to support any student-athlete in two rural high schools. | All sports | High school senior at Branson or Las Animas HS (CO); involved in athletics (any sport); minimum 2.5 GPA; planning to attend college. | Up to $5,000 | Feb 28, 2026 | Longmont Community Foundation |
| Jake Evens Athletic Achievement Award | Scholarship honoring a late Colorado athlete, for a student showing leadership through sports. | All sports | Graduating senior at Conifer High School (CO); active in sports (varsity participation); exhibits leadership and sportsmanship. | Up to $3,500 | Feb 12, 2026 | Bootstraps Scholarships |
| Hall Family Scholarship (Weld County, CO) | Scholarship for a well-rounded student in Weld County combining academics, AP/IB courses, sports, and other extracurriculars. | At least one sport (any) | High school senior in Weld County (CO); GPA = 4.0; took AP/IB courses; active in ≥1 sport and other activities. | $3,000 | Feb 1, 2026 | Weld Community Foundation |
| Maureen “Mo” Clancy Memorial Scholarship | Honors a beloved runner – for a female track or cross-country athlete in San Luis Obispo County, California. | Track & Field / Cross-Country | Female high school senior in San Luis Obispo County (CA); participated in track and/or cross-country; GPA ≥ 2.0; financial need; enrolling in college. | Up to $3,000 | Jan 30, 2026 | SLO County Foundation |
| Stacy Morgan Memorial Scholarship | Oregon scholarship honoring a community-minded athlete; for student-athletes with volunteer service from Grants Pass High School. | All sports (Grants Pass HS, OR) | Graduating senior at Grants Pass High School (OR); active student-athlete; participates in community service and extracurriculars. | Up to $3,000 (2 awards) | Feb 27, 2026 | Redwood Foundation |
| Brooke Makowiec Memorial Scholarship | Memorial award in Elmira-Corning area (NY) for a school-spirited student-athlete. | All sports (Addison High, NY) | Graduating senior at Addison High School (NY); participates in athletics; shows school spirit, good sportsmanship, and character. | Up to $3,000 (2 awards) | Feb 1, 2026 | Community Foundation (Elmira-Corning) |
| SasonsFund Scholarship (Greeley, CO) | Scholarship established in memory of a coach/teacher, for student-athletes in Greeley who exemplify academic and athletic dedication. | All varsity sports (Greeley Central & West HS) | Graduating senior at Greeley Central or Greeley West High (CO); GPA ≥ 3.0; participated in one or more varsity sports; enrolling at a 2- or 4-year college. | $2,500 (2 awards) | Feb 1, 2026 | Weld Community Foundation |
| Benjamin S. Williams Scholarship | Scholarship for NY students combining athletics, community service, and strong character who plan to study business/economics. | All sports (Corning-Painted Post or Horseheads HS, NY) | Graduating senior at Corning-Painted Post or Horseheads HS (NY); active in sports and community service; plans to major in business/economics; integrity and character are key. | Up to $2,500 | Feb 1, 2026 | Community Foundation (Elmira-Corning) |
| Williams Scholar Athlete Award | Local Oregon award recognizing a scholar-athlete with rigorous academics (AP courses) and multi-sport participation. | All sports (Grants Pass HS, OR) | Graduating senior at Grants Pass High School (OR); completed ≥4 AP courses; played 2+ sports for 3 years each in high school. | $2,500 | Feb 27, 2026 | Redwood Foundation |
| Kristofor J. Hammond Scholarship | Indiana scholarship honoring a student-athlete known for integrity, volunteerism, athleticism, and music passion. | All sports (Mt. Vernon HS, IN) | Graduating senior at Mt. Vernon High School in Fortville, Indiana; resident of Hancock County; GPA ≥ 3.0; involved in sports and community; plans to pursue a service-oriented major (e.g., social service, journalism). | $2,000 | Feb 6, 2026 | Hancock County Community Fdn. |
| Phillip Guy Richardson Memorial Scholarship | Michigan scholarship in memory of a multi-sport athlete and leader, awarded to Napoleon High School seniors exemplifying sportsmanship and citizenship. | Basketball, Football, Baseball, Track | Graduating senior at Napoleon High School (MI); multi-sport participation; demonstrated leadership (e.g. class president); GPA ≥ 3.0; strong citizenship and community service. | Up to $4,000 (renewable) | Opens Dec 16, 2025 | Jackson Community Foundation |
| Susan Wellford Smith Scholarship (WV) | Scholarship empowering young women in West Virginia who show leadership and sportsmanship in athletics. | All sports (female athletes) | Female high school senior in Jefferson County, WV; participated in a high school sports program; demonstrated leadership, sportsmanship, and character. | $2,000 | Feb 28, 2026 | Eastern WV Community Fdn. |
| Brandon Couch Perseverance & Leadership Award | Indiana scholarship honoring a football/wrestling athlete’s legacy – open to New Palestine High students involved in sports (including team managers, trainers, cheer). | Football, Wrestling (plus managers/cheer) | Senior at New Palestine High School (IN); involved in a sports program (player or team manager/trainer/cheerleader); exemplifies leadership, kindness, helpfulness, integrity, and sportsmanship. | $2,000 | Feb 6, 2026 | Hancock County Community Fdn. |
| Edward Louis Flom Memorial HCC Scholarship | A Florida scholarship for students with financial need attending Hillsborough Community College (not sports-specific). (Included as it accepts athletes, though not limited to athletics.) | N/A | High school senior in a Hillsborough County (FL) public school; planning to attend Hillsborough Community College (HCC); demonstrated financial need. | $2,000 | Jan 31, 2026 | Hillsborough Ed. Foundation |
| Delia Brugh Memorial Scholarship (Nebraska) | Scholarship for Alma Public Schools (NE) seniors pursuing business-related studies – values extracurricular or sports involvement. | All sports (extracurricular involvement) | Graduating senior at Alma Public Schools (NE); planning to pursue a certification, associate, or bachelor’s in a business field; active in school activities or sports; financial need encouraged. | $2,000 | Feb 15, 2026 | Phelps County Community Fdn. |
| Donald S. Groves Scholarship (WV) | Scholarship supporting student-athletes at Nicholas County High School, WV, recognizing the balance of sports and academics. | All sports (Nicholas County HS, WV) | Graduating senior at Nicholas County High School (WV); must be a student-athlete at that school; demonstrate financial need (FAFSA required); submit personal essay. | $1,500 (2 awards) | Feb 15, 2026 | Nicholas County Community Fdn. |
| TWF Scholar Athlete Scholarship | National scholarship (The Walls Family Foundation) for well-rounded honor student-athletes in grades 5–12, involving an essay and sports video submission. | All sports (school or club) | 5th–12th grade student; competitive in ≥1 sport (school team or private club); minimum 3.5 GPA; involved in community service; must submit ~1000-word essay and highlight video. | Varies (five awards) | Opens Jan 1, 2026 | Walls Family Foundation |
| Lynch Family Legacy Scholarship (Denver) | John Lynch Foundation awards for Colorado varsity athletes with financial need, continuing the NFL star’s commitment to youth sports. | All varsity sports (Denver/CO area) | High school senior varsity athlete from Denver or greater Colorado; demonstrated financial need; leadership and community involvement considered (as per foundation’s criteria). | Up to $24,000 (4 awards) | Opens Nov 2025 | John Lynch Foundation |
| Francis Ouimet Scholarship (Golf Caddies, MA) | A prestigious renewable scholarship for golf caddies in Massachusetts – covers full tuition support for college. | Golf (caddying) | High school senior or college student in MA; 2+ years of service to golf as a caddie or course assistant; must attend an accredited college (2-year or 4-year). | $7,500 – $20,000 (renewable) | Opens Oct 2026 | Ouimet Scholarship Fund |
| NSHSS Student Athlete Scholarships | National awards from the National Society of High School Scholars for NSHSS member student-athletes demonstrating leadership. | All sports (NSHSS members) | NSHSS member; high school student (class of 2024, 2025, 2026, or 2027); leadership in sports and academics; essay required. | $2,000 (10 awards) | Annual (TBA 2026) | NSHSS Scholarships |
| Foot Locker Scholar Athletes Program | Nationally competitive scholarship honoring 20 outstanding scholar-athletes who excel academically and in sports leadership. | All sports (team or individual) | Graduating high school senior; GPA ≥ 3.0; involved in high school, intramural, or community sports; strong leadership and academic achievement; essays and recommendations required. | $20,000 (20 awards) | ~Jan 2026 (annual) | Foot Locker Scholar Athletes |
| BigSun Scholarship | Annual national essay contest for student-athletes in any sport, aimed at helping young athletes pursue college. | All sports (any capacity) | High school senior (or college student) currently involved in a sport (any sport, any role – player, manager, etc.); submit 500–1000 word essay on how sports influenced your life. | $500 (multiple awards) | June 19, 2026 | BigSun Athletics |
| Chick Evans Caddie Scholarship (Evans Scholars) | Full tuition and housing scholarship at partner universities for exceptional golf caddies, administered by the Western Golf Association. | Golf (caddying) | High school senior caddies with strong caddie record (min 2 years), excellent academics, demonstrated financial need, outstanding character. Must apply senior year; requires nomination and extensive application. | Full tuition + housing | Oct 15, 2025 (for class of 2026) | WGA Evans Scholars |
| USTA Foundation Scholarships (NJTL Tennis) | Multiple scholarships from the USTA Foundation for high school seniors who have participated in youth tennis programs (NJTL) and demonstrated community service. | Tennis | High school senior active in organized youth tennis (e.g. NJTL chapter); minimum GPA 3.0; significant financial need; community/volunteer service involvement. Must not be on full college tennis scholarship. | Varies (approx. $1,000–$10,000; 50 awards) | May 19, 2026 | USTA Foundation Scholarships |
| New York Ramblers Scholarship (LGBTQ+ Athletes) | Scholarship by NY Ramblers (LGBTQ soccer club) supporting LGBTQ+ student-athletes or allies who have shown leadership and advocacy in sports. | All sports (inclusive of all genders) | Self-identified LGBTQ+ student-athlete or committed ally; high school senior or college undergrad (ages ~15–22); leadership in sports and making sports inclusive for LGBTQ community; financial need considered. | $2,500 (multiple) | May 1, 2026 | NY Ramblers Scholarship |
| Zack Zolin Memorial Athletic Scholarship | Honors the memory of Zack Zolin (football player) by supporting student-athletes who overcame obstacles. Awards multiple college and HS athlete scholarships annually. | All sports (preference for football) | High school senior athlete (or current college athlete) demonstrating perseverance and passion for sports; open to students nationwide. Application includes essays; selection based on character and need. | $500 – $2,000 (≈27 awards) | Dec 31, 2025 | Zolin Scholarship Foundation |
| Buster Lindsay Memorial Scholarship | Regional scholarship (likely Midwest) memorializing a local athlete, open to student-athletes in the community. Details vary by local foundation. | All sports (local/regional) | High school senior (local requirements vary). Often requires participation in high school sports and community involvement. | Varies | Feb 1, 2026 | [Local Community Foundation Site] |
| Deborah Jean Rydberg Memorial Scholarship | Memorial scholarship for student-athletes (often in Illinois) emphasizing well-rounded involvement. Offered through local community foundation. | All sports (local) | High school senior (region-specific, e.g., Lake County IL); participation in sports; community service and academics considered. | Varies | Feb 1, 2026 | Lake County IL Community Fdn. |
| Brandon Walker “BW” Memorial Athletic Scholarship | Scholarship remembering Brandon “BW” Walker, typically for multi-sport athletes in a specific community (e.g., Saginaw County, MI). | All sports (local) | High school senior (likely Saginaw area, MI); multi-sport participation; leadership and character; criteria set by local Sports Hall of Fame or foundation. | Varies | Feb 7, 2026 | Saginaw Community Foundation |
| Carrollton (TX) Morley Foundation Scholarship | Scholar-athlete award administered by Carrollton-Farmers Branch Education Foundation (TX), supporting local student-athletes pursuing college. | All sports (local TX) | Graduating senior in CFB-ISD (Texas); participation in high school athletics; academic achievement; community service. | Varies | Feb 7, 2026 | Carrollton Ed. Foundation |
| Glenn Mayer Memorial Scholarship | Memorial award for a student-athlete (region-specific, e.g., Saginaw MI). Focuses on sportsmanship and community service in honor of Glenn Mayer. | All sports (local) | High school senior (local region); participation in at least one sport; good academic standing; involvement in community. | Varies | Feb 7, 2026 | Saginaw Community Foundation |
| Heather Mayes Memorial Scholarship | Scholarship honoring Heather Mayes – typically for a female student-athlete who exemplifies determination and team spirit (region-specific). | All sports (female athletes, local) | High school senior (local community); participation in sports (often basketball or volleyball); exhibits strong character and perseverance. | Varies | Feb 7, 2026 | [Local Community Foundation Site] |
| Jordan M. Draper Memorial Scholarship | Memorial scholarship supporting a student-athlete who demonstrates leadership and kindness, named for Jordan Draper (region-specific, likely MI). | All sports (local) | High school senior athlete in specified area; recognized for helping others (possibly in team manager or support role as well as playing). | Varies | Feb 7, 2026 | Saginaw Community Foundation |
| Larry Laeding Memorial Scholarship | Scholarship for a student-athlete (region-specific, Saginaw area) honoring Larry Laeding’s legacy – often emphasizing academic effort and athletic participation. | All sports (local) | Graduating senior (local region); participant in high school athletics; average students strongly considered (not just top GPA); community involvement. | Varies | Feb 7, 2026 | Saginaw Community Foundation |
| Saginaw County Sports Hall of Fame Scholarship | Michigan scholarship awarding outstanding Saginaw-area student-athletes who plan to attend college. | All sports (Saginaw County, MI) | High school seniors in Saginaw County, MI; excellence in athletics; academic achievement; community involvement. Selection by the local Sports Hall of Fame committee. | Varies | Feb 7, 2026 | Saginaw Sports Hall of Fame |
| Scott Durand Memorial Scholarship | A scholarship commemorating Scott Durand, often aimed at student-athletes who have overcome hardship or served as role models (region-specific). | All sports (local) | High school senior (local region); participation in sports; demonstrated resilience or leadership in athletics; community service possibly required. | Varies | Feb 7, 2026 | [Local Community Foundation Site] |
| Stuart Schweigert Scholarship | Scholarship in honor of Stuart Schweigert (former NFL player) for Saginaw area athletes to pursue higher education. | Football (primary) and other sports | High school senior in Saginaw County, MI; involved in school athletics (Stuart was a football standout, but any sport likely qualifies); academic merit and need considered. | Varies | Feb 7, 2026 | Saginaw Community Foundation |
| Team One Credit Union “Theron & Marion Fager” Scholarship | Scholarship funded by Team One CU for local student-athletes (Michigan), often tied to community involvement and academics (Saginaw-area). | All sports (local MI) | Graduating senior (Saginaw/Thumb region MI); participation in high school sports; minimum GPA (as set by CU); demonstrates community service and leadership. | Varies | Feb 7, 2026 | Team One CU Scholarships |
| Val & Julie Kostrzewa Scholarship | Scholarship for student-athletes (Michigan) focusing on leadership and character, provided by a local family fund (Saginaw-area). | All sports (local MI) | High school senior (Great Lakes Bay Region MI); participation in high school athletics; good academic record; has shown leadership and integrity in sports. | Varies | Feb 7, 2026 | Saginaw Community Foundation |
| Brad Fowler Memorial Scholarship (San Diego, CA) | Major scholarship for San Diego County student-athletes who have overcome personal adversity (e.g., family addiction) and excelled in academics and sports. | All sports (San Diego County) | High school senior in San Diego County, CA; overcame significant personal challenges (especially related to family or personal adversity); participated in high school sports; GPA ≥ 2.5; plans to attend a 2- or 4-year college. | $5,000 – $15,000 | Feb 13, 2026 | San Diego Sports Assoc. |
| Thomas A. Brady “Comeback” Scholarship | Scholarship named for Dr. Thomas Brady (sports medicine pioneer) that rewards Indiana student-athletes who overcame a serious injury or adversity and continued to contribute. | All sports (Indiana) | High school senior in Indiana; has participated in varsity sports; has come back from an injury or hardship (the “comeback” story); demonstrates determination and academic effort. | $1,500 | Feb 13, 2026 | Methodist Sports Medicine |
| Get Up “Get To” Foundation Scholarship | Scholarship promoting positivity (“Get To” attitude) for students (including athletes) who overcome challenges. Open to broad applicants, often including athletes. | All sports (national) | High school or college student; demonstrates a positive mindset and resilience in face of challenges; short essay on gratitude/“Get To” attitude. | $2,000 | Feb 15, 2026 | Get To Foundation |
| Carolina Panthers “Keep Pounding” Scholarship | Regional scholarship (Carolinas) supported by the NFL Carolina Panthers, often given to high school athletes demonstrating leadership, community service, and academic excellence. | Football and other sports (NC/SC) | Graduating senior in North or South Carolina; participated in high school athletics; strong academics; community service; leadership qualities; plans to attend college in NC/SC. | $1,000 – $5,000 | Feb 28, 2026 | Carolina Panthers Charities |
| Straight “A” Scholarship (Cincinnati Reds) | Program by the Cincinnati Reds to reward local student-athletes for high academic achievement (“Straight A”) and extracurriculars. | All sports (Cincinnati region) | High school senior in Reds’ region (OH/KY); A average GPA; participated in athletics; community involvement. Often requires nomination by a teacher/coach. | $5,000 | Feb 28, 2026 | Cincinnati Reds Community Fund |
| Pacific Academy Foundation “Talent” Scholarship | Scholarship from Pacific Academy (CA) for students excelling in a talent area (can include sports). | Any sport (for multi-talented students) | High school senior in Orange County, CA; outstanding ability in arts, academics, or athletics; leadership and community service; planning to attend college. | $5,000 | Mar 6, 2026 | Pacific Academy Foundation |
| Jared E. Banta Legacy Scholarship (NV) | Nevada scholarship honoring Jared Banta, awarded to student-athletes who demonstrate strong character and work ethic. | All sports (Nevada) | High school senior in Nevada; participated in high school sports; GPA ≥ 3.0; has shown perseverance, integrity, and leadership in sports and community. | $1,000 | Mar 7, 2026 | Jared Banta Foundation |
| Lee E. Schauer Scholarship (Ohio) | A substantial scholarship (via YMCA Shelby County, OH) for an “average” student-athlete who has contributed in sports and community – aimed at those not likely to win other academic scholarships. | All sports (Shelby Co., Ohio) | College-bound high school senior in Shelby County, Ohio; participated in high school track, field, or cross-country (or other sports per updated criteria); GPA ≥ 2.5; community involvement; not an academic top percentile student (focus on well-rounded average students). | $12,000 – $48,000 (over 4 years) | Mar 13, 2026 | Sidney-Shelby YMCA |
| Sgt. Juan Calderon Jr. Memorial Scholarship | Scholarship from the Marine Corps League (RGV, Texas) for children of veterans – included here as many applicants are JROTC or student-athletes. (Not sports-specific.) | N/A (Military family focus) | Graduating senior in Rio Grande Valley, TX; child of a U.S. Marine or other military veteran; good academic record; community service. | $10,000 | Mar 14, 2026 | Marine Corps League RGV |
| Chasers Charities – Robinson Athletic Scholarship | Scholarships in honor of Jackie Robinson, administered by the Omaha Storm Chasers (MiLB), for college-bound minority student-athletes in Nebraska/Iowa. | Baseball/Softball (and other sports) | Graduating high school seniors in the Omaha metro or surrounding area; African-American student-athletes (Jackie Robinson’s legacy); plans to attend college; leadership and academic achievement considered. | $1,250 (two awards) | Mar 21, 2026 | Omaha Storm Chasers Foundation |
| Steamboat Ski & Resort DEI Scholarship (Colorado) | A diversity, equity, and inclusion scholarship to encourage BIPOC students in Colorado (including those in ski country) to pursue college – often given to a local student with ties to the ski industry. | Winter sports (skiing/snowboarding) | High school or college student in Routt County or Colorado; identifies as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color; involvement in skiing/snow sports or hospitality preferred; financial need; commitment to college education. | $3,500 – $10,000 | Mar 27, 2026 | Yampa Valley CF – Steamboat |
| SJCF Stockton Student Athletes Scholarship Fund | Scholarship fund in Stockton, CA (San Joaquin Community Foundation) to support local student-athletes pursuing college. | All sports (Stockton, CA) | Graduating senior at a Stockton-area high school; participated in school athletics; demonstrated community involvement; academic merit and financial need considered. | $6,000 | Mar 31, 2026 | San Joaquin CF |
| Team Type 1 Global Ambassador Scholarship | Scholarships (renewable up to 4 years) for college student-athletes with Type 1 diabetes, to assist with tuition/diabetes care costs. | All NCAA/NAIA sports (college athletes) | Must have Type 1 diabetes; competing as a student-athlete in NAIA or NCAA varsity sports; GPA ≥ 3.0; leadership and community service in diabetes advocacy are a plus. Open to incoming college freshmen (so HS senior athletes can apply). | Up to $10,000 | Mar 31, 2026 | Team Type 1 Foundation |
| Brian Pearson Memorial Scholarship (Iowa) | Iowa Games scholarship awarding one male and one female Iowa student-athlete for sports participation and academics. | All sports (Iowa Games participants) | Iowa high school senior; involved in Iowa Games or other community sports programs; demonstrated academic achievement and sportsmanship. One male and one female winner statewide. | $1,000 (two awards) | Apr 1, 2026 | Iowa Sports Foundation |
| Tim Sloan “Teammate” Scholarship | Scholarship recognizing an exceptional “team player” – often given to a student who may not be the star athlete but is an outstanding teammate (character award). | All sports (team sports emphasis) | High school senior (region varies); participated in team sports; exemplified selflessness, teamwork, and support for others; solid academic and community record. | $1,000 | Apr 1, 2026 | Tim Sloan Foundation |
| Scott & Kim Verplank Foundation Scholarship | National scholarship for high school seniors with Type 1 diabetes who are also student-athletes (founded by pro golfer Scott Verplank). | All sports (must manage Type 1 diabetes) | High school senior; childhood diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes; successfully managing diabetes (proper medication, exercise, diet); active participation on an organized sports team; GPA ≥ 3.0. Renewable for 4 years pending GPA. | $10,000 per year (renewable) | Apr 15, 2026 | Verplank Foundation |
| Fisher Cats Foundation Scholar-Athlete Scholarships | Annual scholarships by the New Hampshire Fisher Cats (Minor League Baseball) for New Hampshire and northern MA student-athletes. | All sports (NH and MA) | Graduating high school seniors from New Hampshire (and select northern Massachusetts schools); must have played sports in high school; strong academic record; community involvement; attending college in the fall. | $1,500 (15 awards) | Apr 18, 2026 | NH Fisher Cats Foundation |
| Mass Youth Soccer Student-Athlete Scholarship | Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association awards to longtime youth soccer participants pursuing college. | Soccer (Massachusetts) | College-bound high school senior in Massachusetts; 5+ years in Mass Youth Soccer as a player, coach, or referee; must submit short essay on soccer’s impact; good academic standing. | $1,000 | June 1, 2025 | Mass Youth Soccer |
| Novo Nordisk Donnelly Award (USTA) | Scholarships (hosted by USTA) for young tennis players with diabetes, in honor of pro tennis player Donnelly. | Tennis (Type 1 or 2 diabetic athletes) | Ages 12–21; competitive tennis players with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes; essay and recommendations required. Often multiple winners (e.g. two $10,000 national winners, plus regional awards). | Up to $15,000 | Apr 1, 2025 | USTA Donnelly Award |
| Sports Gear Swag Scholarship | Essay-based scholarship open to students (HS senior to grad) who can articulate the benefits of playing sports. | All sports (general) | High school senior or college student (undergrad/grad) in the U.S.; must write a 500-word essay on one of several sports-related topics (e.g. benefits of sports); no specific athletic requirement beyond interest/experience. | $1,000 | Oct 1, 2025 | SportsGearSwag |
| PFATS Foundation Scholarship (Athletic Training) | Scholarship from the Professional Football Athletic Trainers Society for students pursuing sports medicine careers (collegiate trainers). (Included for sports industry interest.) | N/A (sports medicine focus) | College junior (or higher) athletic training student; GPA ≥ 3.2; aiming for certification in athletic training; requires NATA membership and athletic trainer nomination. (Not for HS seniors, but shows sports career path support.) | $3,200 | Jan 15, 2026 | PFATS/NATA Scholarships |
| Ann Liguori Foundation Sports Media Scholarship | Scholarship for students from NY/NJ/CT/PA aiming for careers in sports broadcasting/journalism. (For athletes pursuing media careers.) | N/A (sports media focus) | U.S. citizen or permanent resident living in NY, NJ, CT or PA; high school senior or college student (typically college-bound senior); plans to study sports broadcasting/media; demonstrated academic talent and commitment to sports media career. | $2,500 | Jan 24, 2026 | NYWICI Scholarships |
| Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship | National scholarship open to students committed to health/fitness careers – includes an essay on combating health issues. (Many applicants are student-athletes interested in fitness careers.) | All sports (health & fitness interest) | Current high school senior (or college student) planning to enroll full-time in a 2- or 4-year U.S. college; passion for health, wellness, or fitness (demonstrated through academics or extracurriculars); essay up to 1,500 words on addressing obesity/health problems. | $1,500 | Rolling until Aug 1, 2026 | Michael Moody Scholarship |
| NCAA Division I Athletic Scholarships | Athletic scholarships offered by NCAA Division I colleges to recruited student-athletes. Typically full or partial scholarships in sports like football, basketball, volleyball, etc.. | NCAA Division I sports (various) | Must be academically eligible NCAA Division I recruit; meet NCAA academic requirements (GPA, test scores, amateur status); recruited by the college’s coaching staff for a varsity team. Award is contingent on maintaining athletic and academic eligibility in college. | Varies: partial to full ride | NLI Signing Periods | NCAA Recruiting Info |
| NCAA Division II Athletic Scholarships | Scholarships from NCAA Division II schools for student-athletes. Often partial scholarships that can be combined (equivalency sports). | NCAA Division II sports | Must be an NCAA DII recruited athlete; meet NCAA DII eligibility standards; typically awarded as part of athletic financial aid packages. Can be academic/need-based blend. | Varies (partial scholarships) | NLI Signing Periods | NCAA DII Information |
| NAIA Athletic Scholarships | Scholarships offered by member colleges of the NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) to student-athletes. | NAIA sports (various) | Must meet NAIA eligibility (two out of three: test score, GPA, class rank); recruited by an NAIA college coach. NAIA schools can offer athletic aid similarly to NCAA DII. | Varies | Rolling/Coach-Determined | NAIA Eligibility Center |
| NJCAA Athletic Scholarships | Junior College athletic scholarships for student-athletes competing at two-year colleges (NJCAA). Often stepping stones to four-year programs. | NJCAA sports (various) | Varies by JUCO program: generally high school graduate or GED; athletic ability to play at junior college level; meet NJCAA academic standards. Many JUCOs recruit athletes to give full or partial aid. | Varies (often tuition/books) | Rolling | NJCAA Scholarships |
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