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[Page 6] Top Athletic Scholarships in the US to Apply for in 2025

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August 25, 2025

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  1. Heather Brown Sports Information Scholarship

    Funded by
    Hodgson and Brown Family

    Amount

    $2,000

    Deadline

    May 01, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Heather Brown by supporting students who share her interest in sports information.
    • Education Level: High school senior, incoming college freshman, or current undergraduate student
    • Field of Study: Sports information, sports administration, or sports journalism
    • Background: Notable athletic achievements
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    151
  2. Keith D. Abens Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kinnetz Family

    Amount

    $3,100

    Deadline

    May 01, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to support well-rounded students who excel both in the classroom and in their outside activities.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • State: Iowa
    • Background: Involved in music or wrestling
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    152
  3. Bob Bartnett Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bartnett Family

    Amount

    $2,500

    Deadline

    May 15, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Bob Bartnett by supporting students who share his passion for selfless service.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • State: New Jersey
    • School: North Hunterdon High School
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    153
  4. Blair Harrison Meek Rising Star Wrestling Scholarship

    Funded by
    The Family of Blair Meek

    Amount

    $7,140

    Deadline

    May 20, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to uplift wrestlers who need financial support in order to continue pursuing their education so they can overcome the obstacles they face.
    • Education Level: High school student
    • Sport: Wrestling
    • Background: Financial need
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    154
  5. Anderson Women's Rugby Scholarship

    Funded by
    Heather Anderson

    Amount

    $25,000

    Deadline

    May 23, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to help women’s rugby players pay for college so they can afford the costs of higher education.
    • Gender: Female
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, trade school student, or graduate student
    • Sport: Rugby
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    155
  6. Sean Kelly Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Sean Kelly Family

    Amount

    $8,206

    Deadline

    May 25, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    The Sean Kelly Memorial Scholarship aims to honor Sean by supporting high school seniors from low income families who are interested in pursuing an undergraduate degree.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • GPA: 3.5
    • Background: First-generation
    • Sport: Any
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    156
  7. Tom LoCasale Developing Character Through Golf Scholarship

    Funded by
    LoCasale Family and Friends

    Amount

    $3,000

    Deadline

    May 25, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor Tom LoCasale’s life by supporting students who have learned valuable life skills through the sport of golf.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Athletics: Plays golf
    Scholarship is awarded to
    3 winners
    157
  8. Ride for Kip Scholarship AOT BMX

    Funded by
    AOT racing inc

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    May 26, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship was created in memory of Kip: Husband, Father, AOT racing founder, and veteran. Kip's vision to support the sports he loved, the kids and people that ride, veterans and first responders remains through his family who continue to run AOT racing.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Sport: BMX
    • Background: Has been impacted by a member of the armed forces
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    158
  9. Jacob Goodfriend Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jana Brown

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    May 30, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the life and memory of Jacob Goodfriend by supporting students who are preparing to embark on their futures.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • School Name: DeQuincy High School
    • State: Louisiana
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    159
  10. Vernon S. Lee, II Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Sylinda Bland Banks, Fontasia Mason, Horace Hines, Barbette Bonner Hicks

    Amount

    $2,000

    Deadline

    Jun 01, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Vernon S. Lee, II, by supporting students who share his devotion to athletics and academics.
    • Education Level: High school student
    • School Name: Petersburg High School (Virginia)
    • GPA: 2.5 GPA or higher
    • Background: Athlete
    Scholarship is awarded to
    2 winners
    160
  11. John Berry IV Memorial Wrestling Scholarship

    Funded by
    Berry Family

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Jun 02, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of John Berry IV by supporting students who share his love for wrestling.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • School Name: Ben Davis High School
    • Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
    • Sport: Wrestling
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    161
  12. DAC Rugby Scholarship

    Funded by
    RA Beck Sports & Entertainment DAC Coaching Services

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Jun 02, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support student-athletes who are pursuing rugby alongside their educational endeavors.
    • Sport: Rugby
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    162
  13. Lando Young Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Allen Watts

    Amount

    $4,500

    Deadline

    Jun 11, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the life and legacy of Lando Young by supporting students who are from Jefferson High School in Texas.
    • Education Level: High school student
    • School Name: Jefferson High School
    • State: Texas
    Scholarship is awarded to
    9 winners
    163
  14. West Family Scholarship

    Funded by
    West Family

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Jun 17, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the West family legacy by helping underserved students access higher education.
    • Race/Ethnicity: BIPOC
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Background: Active in athletics, community, drama, band, etc.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or high school senior
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    164
  15. United Pitching Academy Softball Leadership Award

    Funded by
    United Pitching Academy, LLC

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Jun 25, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support a young athlete who is not only talented but also determined to push their limits and inspire those around them.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Sport: Softball
    • State: Indiana, Ohio or Ketucky
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    165
  16. Cynthia Vino Swimming Scholarship

    Funded by
    Lisa Vino

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Jul 14, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Cynthia Vino by supporting students who share her passion for swimming and her love for community.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Sport: Swimming
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    166
  17. Kristen Miles Women in Sports Scholarship

    Funded by
    Miles Reed Family

    Amount

    $25,000

    Deadline

    Jul 15, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Kristen Miles by supporting women who are looking to make their mark in sports.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Desired Career Field: Sports industry
    • Race: Person of Color
    Scholarship is awarded to
    6 winners
    167
  18. Bruce Tucker Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tucker Family

    Amount

    $945

    Deadline

    Jul 20, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor students who exemplify exceptional work ethic, toughness, and service in their daily lives.
    • State: New York
    • Background: Student-athlete
    • Education Level: High school senior or current undergraduate
    Scholarship is awarded to
    1 winner
    168
  19. David "Beefy" Alderfer Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Salone

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Aug 01, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor Beefy’s lasting legacy by supporting wrestlers who exemplify his tenacity, dedication, and commitment to self-improvement.
    • Education Level: High school student
    • Sport: Wrestling
    Scholarship is in review
    169
  20. Brett Brakel Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Rachel Brakel

    Amount

    $2,000

    Deadline

    Aug 04, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support a student who shares Brett’s passions for learning and the game so they can excel in higher education.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • Sport: Baseball or softball
    Scholarship is in review
    170
  21. Kelly S. Ellis Athletic Training Scholarship

    Funded by
    Kelly Ellis

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Aug 07, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to support students who are working hard to become athletic trainers so they can improve wellness and treatment in the sports field.
    • Field of Study: Athletic training
    • GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
    • Background: Leader in their community and school
    • Identity: Minority
    • Education Level: Current/Incoming Masters or Doctoral student
    Scholarship is in review
    171

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