SŌMA School of Therapeutic Massage Scholarship
The SŌMA mission is to elevate and inspire the next generation of therapeutic body workers as they pursue their ambitions.
Now more than ever, there is a profound need for connection, healing, and compassionate touch within our communities. Massage therapy is a powerful tool for wellness, and those called to this work should be empowered to pursue it—regardless of financial circumstances.
This scholarship aims to remove cost as a barrier, ensuring that passionate, dedicated individuals can access the education and training needed to make a meaningful impact through therapeutic massage and bodywork.
Anyone who plans to attend or is currently attend the SŌMA School of Therapeutic Massage and is eager to make a difference through this field of work may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they demonstrate financial need.
To apply, tell us why you’re drawn to the field. Whether driven by a desire to support others, a personal healing journey, or a commitment to building stronger, healthier communities, we are looking for applicants who are passionate, open-hearted, and ready to grow into this meaningful and impactful profession.
Please share why you are drawn to the field of massage therapy. What inspires you to pursue this path, and what does this work mean to you personally? We are especially interested in hearing about your motivations, experiences, and vision for how you hope to make a difference through this profession. Please also include a brief explanation of your financial need and how receiving this scholarship would support your journey.
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The application deadline is Sep 15, 2025. Winners will be announced on Oct 1, 2025.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Oct 1, 2025. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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