Top 12 Soccer Scholarships in December 2023

Are you a graduating high school senior living in the U.S, Puerto Rico, Guam, or Canada? If so, consider applying for the Burger King Scholars Program! The scholarship is open to college-bound high school seniors who plan to enroll in college full-time for the upcoming academic year. The scholarship is funded by Burger King Foundation, a non-profit organization and a leader in education that aims to create brighter futures by empowering individuals and feeding potential through education and emergency relief. Awards worth between $1,000 and $50,000 will be granted to help winning students pay for college costs. If you’re passionate about your postsecondary education, we encourage you to apply! Bear in mind that the Burger King Scholars Program typically accepts applications from mid-October to mid-December, every year.

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year. Niche is giving one student $50,000 to help pay for tuition, housing, books and other college expenses — no essay required!

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

The Derk Golden Memorial Scholarship pays tribute to the remarkable life of Derk Golden, an extraordinary athlete and esteemed quarterback who left an indelible mark on both high school and college sports. His unwavering love for all sports, particularly football, allowed him to glean invaluable life lessons from his athletic endeavors. This scholarship aims to commemorate Derk Golden's legacy by providing support to aspiring athletes in their pursuit of higher education. Open to high school seniors and undergraduate students, this opportunity welcomes individuals who have demonstrated their athletic prowess and maintained a commendable minimum GPA of 3.0. To be considered for this scholarship, applicants are invited to share their profound passion for their chosen sport, illuminating the pivotal role it plays in their lives. Additionally, candidates are encouraged to reflect on the invaluable self-discoveries that sports have bestowed upon them.

The NSHSS Student Athlete Scholarships are for rising high school students graduating sometime in the next four years, and recently graduated (in the past academic year) high school seniors. NSHSS has created this scholarship to support dedicated student-athletes who are passionate about and excel within their respective sports. Athletes of all genders and of all sports are encouraged to apply. Although optional, applicants may submit pictures, videos, or media showing their leadership in action. If you're a passionate student-athlete currently enrolled in or recently graduated from high school, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

Are you a college-bound high school senior in the U.S.? Further, do you play a sport and actively demonstrate sportsmanship, kindness, or compassion while doing so? If so, consider applying for the TrophyCentral Sportsmanship Scholarship Award! Each year, the award offers $1,000 to an eligible high school senior who submits a written statement (500 words or less) about their sportsmanship or acts of compassion, in addition to other required application materials. The scholarship is offered by TrophyCentral, an online platform specializing in creating and selling trophies, medals, plaques, and the works. With that said, if you fit the criteria, consider applying and let TrophyCentral reward you for your kindness!

Are you a high school senior or college student involved in a sport? If so, consider applying for the Big Sun Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $500 to multiple applicants who submit 500 - 1,000 word essays about how their participation in their sport has influenced their lives. The scholarship is offered by The Big Sun Athletic Organization, a group dedicated to providing an opportunity for young athletes to learn and excel. Applicants may be involved in any sport with any level of engagement, so long as they submit their essays to [email protected]. With that said, if you’re passionate about your sport and are looking for some help paying for college, we encourage you to apply! 

Are you a high school senior who has participated in Massachusetts Youth Soccer? If so, consider applying for the Massachusetts Youth Soccer Scholarship Program! The program is open to college-bound high school seniors who have played in a Massachusetts Youth Soccer league for at least the past two years. The Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association is a nonprofit educational and service organization dedicated to the “ongoing development of youth soccer players, coaches, clubs, and leagues in an inclusive, safe, and fun environment.” Every year, their Scholarship Program awards $1,000 in addition to an invitation to the Annual Awards Banquet to two lucky applicants. If you are a college-bound high school senior who has played in the Massachusetts Youth Soccer for the past two years, we encourage you to apply!

Are you a student-athlete who identifies as LGBTQI+, or a committed ally to this community? If so, the Ramblers Scholarship could be the perfect opportunity to support your undergraduate education in the U.S.! To apply, you'll need to write five brief essays and secure two letters of recommendation. The selected awardees will receive a one-time scholarship of up to $2,500 each, paid directly to their school to cover tuition fees. The scholarship is awarded publicly each summer, with the application process open annually from January 1 to May 1. Keep on reading to learn more!

The Foot Locker Scholar Athletes Program is funded by the Foot Locker Foundation, an organization that helps “phenomenal student-athletes pursue their goals of attending and excelling at a two-year or four-year community college or four-year school.” Each year, Foot Locker awards $20,000 to twenty students to help them fund their education. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.