I'm a high school junior who practices martial arts and I'm curious if there are scholarships specifically for martial arts students. Does anyone know of colleges that offer these or organizations that provide funding for martial arts experts?
Indeed, there are scholarships targeted explicitly at individuals involved in martial arts. While they might not be overwhelmingly common, they do exist.
One organization that comes to mind is the National High School Judo Championships, which offers scholarships to high school judo practitioners. Similarly, scholarships can be found in the Women's Sports Foundation, which doesn't focus solely on martial arts but welcomes athletes from a wide range of sports.
On the college front, there might not be many scholarships specific to martial arts, but many universities with martial arts clubs or teams may provide funding in the form of leadership or involvement scholarships to those who participate.
Remember, you can also look at martial arts camps and organizations you've been a part of—they might offer scholarships or know of third-party organizations that do. Local athletic clubs often partner with organizations to offer scholarships, so it's important to keep in touch with your local community as well.
Lastly, be sure to stay informed about other types of scholarships you may be eligible for. For instance, scholarships provided by outside organizations based on leadership, public service, or academic merit may be able to fund your college education, too.
Just remember to start your scholarship search and application process early, as deadlines can vary, and the process can often be time-consuming. Good luck!
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