Top athletic scholarships

The Alexandra Vittoria de Moura Memorial Scholarship Fund provides academic stipends for members of the gymnastics team at the sophomore level or above as a reward for meeting academic performance goals. Students may visit the scholarship's website or contact the Office of Student Financial Assistance for more information.

Sarah Huneycutt is an avid golfer and enthusiast for junior golf. When Sarah passed away, the Sarah E. Huneycutt Scholarship was established in her honor and endowed by Aloyse Holman, a lifetime friend. This four-year scholarship is awarded annually to a deserving high school senior who will be attending an accredited college or university, has demonstrated an interest in golf but is not eligible for a golf athletic scholarship. Applicants must submit one letter of recommendation from someone other than a relative. It is suggested that recommendations be provided by someone who personally knows the applicant through a key life relationship such as a guidance counselor, teacher of an academic subject, employer, or clergy. Submitted applications will be reviewed by the Board and select candidates may be invited for a personal interview which may occur by phone, online, or in person at the discretion of the interviewer. From the personal interview, select candidates may be invited to an in-person final interview with the Scholarship Selection Committee. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

Any team manager or head coach of an American Legion (post-affiliated) team may nominate a player for consideration of this award. The scholarship application, letters of recommendation and certification form must be submitted to the department headquarters. Three letters of testimony must be attached to the nomination form. Applicants must also attach a one-page letter of recommendation from their: (1) Legion coach or team manager (2) American Legion post commander or adjutant (3) Community leader. The Department Baseball scholarship winners shall be considered for The American Legion All Academic Team sponsored by Diamond Sports, the official baseball for American Legion national tournaments. Applicants must have graduated from high school, be on a current roster (American Legion National Baseball Electronic Registration Form) filed with National Headquarters, and be part of a team affiliated with an American Legion post. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

The Bright!Tax Global Scholar Initiative provides supplemental funds for American students who are already or will be studying abroad under the auspices of an accredited academic institution. Scholarships are available for full semester programs. If you are a United States citizen and you currently live outside and will be studying outside the US you are eligible to apply for this scholarship. If you are a United States citizen and you currently live in the US and will be studying outside the US you are eligible to apply for this scholarship. December or Spring Awards application deadlines are November 1 and July or Fall Awards application deadlines are June 1. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

The Curt Greene Memorial Scholarship honors the memory of Curt Greene, who served in many capacities in the Standardbred industry after working his way through school. A member of the Harness Racing Hall of Fame Communicator's Corner, Curt brought energy and enthusiasm to every position he held and this scholarship is intended for those who share his passion for racing. Applicants must have a keen interest in harness racing. Graduate students are not eligible. Applicants for HHYF scholarships must be at least high school seniors and preferably under the age of 25. The selection criteria for all of the scholarships include demonstrated scholastic achievement, including but not limited to the applicant's GPA; financial need; completeness of application, quality of essay, and video questions. In a video, answer the question: How has your association with harness racing been a positive influence on your life? Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

The Jim Hurlbert Memorial Baseball Scholarship is open to Nebraska American Legion Baseball players in their last year of Legion Baseball eligibility and/or graduating seniors. Selection of recipients will be based on complete applications, financial need, academic achievement and school and community involvement. Students must attend a post-secondary educational institution, and must have maintained a grade point average (GPA) in the upper 50 percent of their graduating class. Certification blocks signed by the school official, applicant and parent or guardian; and three letters of recommendation must be submitted. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

As college costs are a major challenge for most families, in 2001, Babe Ruth League established a College Scholarship program to provide financial assistance to former Cal Ripken Baseball, Babe Ruth Baseball and Babe Ruth Softball players looking to further their education beyond high school. Applicants must be a high school senior or an enrolled college student at the time of application. Babe Ruth League College Scholarships are awarded based on an applicant's high school academic achievement, participating activities, community involvement and on the contents of the essay. The awarding of a Babe Ruth League College Scholarship is not dependent upon collegiate athletic participation. Babe Ruth League employees and their immediate families are not eligible to qualify for any Babe Ruth League sponsored scholarship. If the verification of college enrollment is not available at the time of application submission and the applicant is selected to receive a scholarship, such verification will be required before a check is issued. Accepted forms of verification include a tuition bill or semester schedule. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Babe Ruth League Inc. for more information.

The Edith, Louis, and Max S. Millen Memorial Athletic Award will be awarded to a direct descendant (child, grandchild, great-grandchild) of a member in good standing since 2022 of the Jewish War Veterans of the United States of America. If an applicant's relative is deceased, the member must have been in good standing at the time of their death. All members (including Posthumous) must have joined prior to 2023. Applicants who are descendants of honorary members and Patrons are not eligible. Applicants must be a high school senior at the time of application and accepted by an accredited college, university, community college, trade school, or school of nursing as a member of the freshman class entering in the fall of 2025. Applicants must have had significant, documented athletic achievement during their high school career. All parts of the application should be mailed to the appropriate Department Commander. Upon receipt, the Department Commander will confirm eligibility and sign the application form. Each Department will choose ONE application to forward directly to National HQ by the Commander. Department Commanders will send only one application to National HQ by July 1, 2025. Please visit the award's website for more information.

FSGA Scholars is a scholarship program made possible by the FSGA Foundation. In the Spring of each year, the FSGA Foundation selects golfers from the FJT's graduating class to be awarded a renewable four-year scholarship. Applicants must be a Florida resident and a US citizen for at least one year. They must be high school seniors in good standing enrolled in a Florida high school or a home education program. Applicants must enroll in, and complete, a minimum of nine credit hours per fall and spring semesters in college. Recipients will be selected based on their academic record; character and sportsmanship; SAT or ACT scores; involvement in golf, high school and junior golf tours and programs; financial need; essay; letters of recommendation; and community activities or volunteer involvement. Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation. For renewal, every FSGA Scholar must submit a request each year to have their scholarship extended to the next year. The request must include current transcripts and a brief letter or email summarizing following points listed on the scholarship's website. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Florida State Golf Association for more information.