As a cheerleader looking ahead to college, I'm curious about which schools offer scholarships for cheerleading. Any insights on colleges with strong cheer programs and financial support for cheerleaders? I'd appreciate any tips or lists!
There are quite a few universities that offer scholarships for cheerleading, as they recognize the dedication and commitment required from student-athletes.
Schools such as University of Kentucky, University of Alabama, and University of Hawaii are known for their strong cheerleading programs and they do offer scholarships. University of Kentucky, for instance, is known to have one of the best college cheerleading teams in the nation and they provide partial scholarships for their cheerleaders.
In addition, University of Hawaii gives scholarships to their cheerleaders depending upon their year level in the program, increasing the scholarship amount each year.
While the above universities offer scholarships for cheerleading, keep in mind that not all universities offer scholarships for sports that are not NCAA-sanctioned, and cheerleading falls under this category.
To bolster your chances of getting a cheerleading scholarship, consider joining competitions and elite cheer camps like the Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) or National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) as they are often scouted by colleges.
Remember, aside from athletic prowess, colleges also take into account academic achievement. Therefore, maintaining a good GPA and performing well in your SAT or ACT can also enhance your chances of receiving a scholarship.
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