NSCA Foundation Scholarships

Minority Scholarship

This scholarship is designed to encourage minorities, ages 17 and older, to enter into the field of strength and conditioning. A minority is defined as "ethnic minority," as determined by the U.S. Census Bureau. Applicants must demonstrate they have been accepted into an accredited institution working toward an undergraduate or graduate degree in the strength and conditioning field. Awards in the amount of $2,000 are granted and are to be applied toward tuition charges accrued by the student. 

Specific Requirements: 

1. Completed Application. 
2. Current membership at the time of application. 
3. Is defined as a minority by the US Bureau of Census.  
4. 3 letters of recommendation.
5. Transcripts from each school attended.
   
6. The pursuant degree is in a strength and conditioning field.
7. The applicant has not won this award twice previously.
8. Is not a current member of the NSCA Foundation Board of Directors, Scholarship Committee, serve as a Scholarship Reviewer, NSCA Board of Directors, NSCA/NSCA Foundation affiliate employee or employee's family member.

Women's Scholarship

This scholarship is designed to support those who identify as female, ages 17 and older, to enter into the field of strength and conditioning. Applicants must demonstrate they have been accepted into an accredited institution and are working toward an undergraduate or graduate degree in the strength and conditioning field. Awards in the amount of $2,000 are granted and are to be applied toward tuition charges accrued by the student. 

Specific Requirements: 

1. Completed Application. 
2. Current membership at the time of application. 
3. Identifies as female.  
4. 3 letters of recommendation.
5. Transcripts from each school attended.
6. The pursuant degree is in a strength and conditioning field.
7. The applicant has not won this award twice previously.
8. Is not a current member of the NSCA Foundation Board of Directors, Scholarship Review Committee, NSCA Board of Directors, NSCA/NSCA Affilliate Employee or employee's family member.  

High School Scholarship

This program provides funding to high school seniors preparing to enter college. Students must demonstrate their acceptance into an accredited institution, their intention to graduate with a degree in the strength and conditioning field, their goals beyond college, and their track record of community service. Awards in the amount of $2,000 are granted and are to be applied toward tuition charges accrued by the student. 

Specific Requirements: 

1. Completed Application. 
2. Current membership at the time of application. 
3. Current senior in high school. 
4. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, based on a 4.0 system. 
5. Submit a high school transcript.
6. Will be attending college in the fall following high school graduation. 
7. Will major in a strength and conditioning related field. 
8. 3 letters of recommendation. 
9. Signed NSCA Foundation High School Scholarship Parent/Legal Guardian Authorization Form (provided during the application process). 
10.  Is not a current member of the NSCA Foundation Board of Directors, Scholarship Committee, serve as a scholarship reviewer, NSCA Board of Directors, NSCA/NSCAF affiliate employee or employee's family member.

 The NSCA Foundation Board of Directors reserves the right to decide to award or not award in each scholarship category based on average scores and the quality of the applications. 

Jerry Martin Memorial Scholarship

Jerry Martin (1956 – 2015) was a lifelong strength and conditioning coach. Coach Martin was known by his students and colleagues as a hard-working, devoted strength and conditioning professional with a love for teaching and applying the science of strength and conditioning. To honor his legacy, a fund was established in his name. Learn more about Coach Martin’s legacy. The Jerry Martin Scholarship is designed for the specific purpose of providing tuition assistance to students planning careers as strength coaches, and majoring in a related field. Awards in the amount of $2,000 are granted and are to be applied toward tuition charges accrued by the student. 

Specific Requirements: 

1. Completed Application. 
2. Current membership at the time of application. 
3. Transcripts from each school attended.
4. The pursuant degree is in a field related to strength and conditioning and coaching.
5. The applicant has not won this award twice previously.
6. Is not a current member of the NSCA Foundation Board of Directors, Scholarship Committee, serve as a Scholarship Reviewer, NSCA Board of Directors, NSCA/NSCA Foundation affiliate employee or employee's family member.

 To make a direct donation to support this Scholarship please CLICK HERE. 

Women’s Professional Development Scholarship
*Supported by the NSCA Women’s Committee

*Supported by the NSCA Women’s Committee

This scholarship is designed to support a female with an NSCA Professional membership (not a student). The scholarship will pay for National Conference Registration fee, and tickets to the Awards Dinner, Diversity Luncheon and Women's Luncheon.

Specific Requirements:

1. Completed Application.
2. Current professional membership (not student member) at the time of application.
3. Identify as a female.  
4. 3 professional references/letters of recommendation.
5. Transcripts from the school where the highest degree was earned.
6. Currently in a strength and conditioning related field.
7. The applicant has not won this award twice previously.
8. Is not a current member of the NSCA Foundation Board of Directors, Scholarship Committee, serve as a Scholarship Reviewer, NSCA Board of Directors, NSCA/NSCA Foundation affiliate employee or employee's family member.

The number of awards annually will be made based on available funds raised by the NSCA Women’s Committee, with the goal of funding a minimum of one scholarship per year.

To make a restricted donation to help support this fund please CLICK HERE.

Vitalyon Foundation Scholarship

The Vitalyon Foundation’s mission is to inspire young adults to make informed decisions about their health, improve their athletic performance, and pursue careers in the health and wellness industry.  The Vitalyon Foundation is partnering with the NSCA Foundation to provide NSCA National Conference attendance (registration, domestic airfare, lodging and meal per diem) to one recipient annually.

Specific Requirements:

1. Completed Application.
2. Current membership at the time of application.
3. Have never attended an NSCA National Conference
4. 3 letters of recommendation.
5. 3.0+ GPA
6. Transcripts from each school attended.
7. The pursuant degree is in a strength and conditioning field.
8. The applicant has not won this award previously.
9. Is not a current member of the NSCA Foundation Board of Directors, Scholarship Committee, serve as a Scholarship Reviewer, NSCA Board of Directors, NSCA/NSCA Foundation affiliate employee or employee's family member.

Recipients are required to:

• Attend First Timers Workshop
• Participate in all receptions/networking events
• Attend sessions Wednesday-Saturday (meet a minimum of 3 presenters)
• Meet with NSCA Foundation Board Members and prominent NSCA members (to be set up by NSCA Foundation)
• Report on key takeaways/lessons learned
• Create a 90-day action plan

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