Top 61 Sports and Exercise Science Scholarships in August 2026

Are you a middle or high school student with a passion for STEM? If so, consider applying for the Breakthrough Junior Challenge! Each year, the challenge awards $250,000 to a 13-18-year-old student who creatively and clearly explains a scientific or mathematical theory, concept, or principle in video form. The videos must be no longer than a minute and 30 seconds long and should be a dynamic visual medium, using diagrams, simulations, physical demonstrations, and more. The scholarship is funded by technology investors and science philanthropists Julia and Yuri Milner. If you have a love for STEM, video making, and want to go to college debt-free, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you an incoming or current college student majoring in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the HoshizakiIceMaker.com Supporting STEM Scholarship! The scholarship is open to current and incoming undergraduate students pursuing degrees in STEM fields in the U.S. The scholarship is funded by HoshizakiIceMaker.com, a dealer of Hoshizaki ice machines, ice bins, parts, and accessories. They believe in supporting young students and providing the best Hoshizaki ice machine products to their customers.  They offer this opportunity to help students pursue fields that enhance the economy and complement the business industry. Every year, they award $1,000 to help one recipient cover tuition expenses. If you are passionately pursuing a STEM career and are looking for a scholarship opportunity, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you pursuing a two-year or associate's degree program at a college or university in New Hampshire? If so, you may be eligible for some of the many scholarships offered by the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation's Two-year or Associate Degree Program! There are a variety of scholarships available, offering between $100 and $3,500 each to winning applicants. To find out more about each scholarship’s specific requirements, we recommend checking out their individual profiles on the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation website. Upon completing the General Application, students will be considered for each of the scholarships they may be eligible for. With that said, if you are enrolled in a two-year or associate's degee program in New Hampshire, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship, developed by the past presidents of SHAPE America to honor deserving students, is awarded to three undergraduate students and two graduate students in January of each year. Eligible applicants must be SHAPE America members, be majoring in the fields of health, physical education, recreation, or dance, and submit two letters of recommendation in order to apply. While undergraduate recipients will receive $1,250 each, graduate school recipients will earn $1,750 each. In addition, all winners will be given a complimentary three-year SHAPE American membership. If you're a post-secondary student passionate about health, physical education, recreation, or dance, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Adair Caregiver Scholarship supports Michigan students who are entering caregiving through a CNA, HHA, or other direct-care certification program at an accredited community college, vocational school, or training institute. Created by the Adair family, founders of Affordable Home Care, the scholarship recognizes students choosing important, often undervalued work in healthcare and direct care. Applicants do not need a minimum GPA, Michigan residency, or any employment commitment to Affordable Home Care. To apply, students submit a 400–600 word essay about why they chose caregiving as a career. One recipient receives a $1,500 award, which is sent directly to their school and can be used for tuition, certification fees, books, or required uniforms.Show Less

The Endeavour's Women in Tech Group Engineering Scholarship - High School is available to women planning to pursue higher education in the engineering field. Graduating high school seniors and juniors pursuing early acceptance to a university are welcome to apply.Show Less

Are you a full-time student studying Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics? The SBB Research Group STEM Scholarship could be a good fit for you! The scholarship is awarded monthly, with 12 winners being selected throughout the year. The best part about this scholarship is the work to reward ratio. By simply submitting a short 500-word essay, you could win $2,500 from the SBB Research Group. If you fit the scholarship criteria, we encourage you to submit your essay and apply today!Show Less

Health and fitness are of utmost importance in our lives, affecting our abilities to move and thrive. If you're a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student with a passion for any health or fitness-related field, Shape Plus may have the perfect scholarship opportunity for you! To qualify for the $1,500 scholarship, individuals must be current or incoming post-secondary students pursuing a career and enrolled in at least one of the following majors or another health-related major: Health Policy, Health Sciences, Biology, Psychology, Behavioral Sciences, Athletic Training, Personal Training, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Physical Therapy, Health and Physical Fitness, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, Sports and Recreation Management, Nursing, Dentistry. If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to explore other STEM scholarships and athletic scholarships available through Scholarships360. Good luck with your scholarship search!Show Less

Are you a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who is majoring in and planning on pursuing a career in a health or fitness-oriented field? You might consider applying for the Michael Moody Fitness Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $1,500 to one such student who has demonstrated outstanding achievements both in and out of school. In order to apply, you must answer a series of three essay questions and complete the online application. If selected as a finalist, you will also be asked to send in your transcript and one letter of recommendation. If you’d like some financial help on your journey to improve others’ health, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a female student pursuing a degree in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the ABC Humane Wildlife Women in STEM Academic Scholarship! The ABC Humane Wildlife Women in STEM Academic Scholarship is open to current female undergraduate and graduate students who are majoring in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics) fields. The scholarship was created by Urban Wildlife Manager, Rebecca Fyffe. Rebecca is an entrepreneur who credits her good business sense and cutting-edge research-based methods to her background in STEM. Thus, she created this scholarship to encourage more women to pursue STEM programs and science-based education. Each year, the scholarship awards $1,000 to one (1) lucky student to help pay for the costs of their education. If you’re a woman passionate about STEM and are looking for some help to pay off your degree, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

This scholarship honors the legacy of Michael Vergauwen, late COO of AVI Systems (FORTÉ) and long-time AVIXA board member. Michael believed firmly that education opens doors and unlocks potential to achieve our dreams. This scholarship helps Michael’s legacy endure by supporting students in pursuit of technical or advanced degrees toward audiovisual and creative careers. Ten (10) scholarships of $2500 will be awarded in 2026 as a one-time contribution towards tuition for studies. Eligibility Criteria: 1. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age. If under 18, parental or guardian consent may be required based on local regulations. 2. Enrollment in vocational, undergraduate, or graduate program related to the audiovisual, creative, and integrated experience industry. 3. Applicants working full-time in the audiovisual industry are ineligible; part-time, contract, internship, or apprenticeship roles permitted. 4. Evidence of interest in an AV career through coursework, work experiences, volunteer activities, or related extracurricular involvement. 5. Previous AVIXA Foundation scholarship recipients ineligible Applicants may only apply for one AVIXA Foundation scholarshipShow Less

Are you a high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student who is currently or is planning to pursue a major in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the MyBioSource Inc. Scholarship for “S.T.E.M.” Majors! Each year, the scholarship awards five students $1,000 in return for completing the online application and submitting a 250-word response on why they chose to enter the field of STEM. If you want to put your writing skills to the test and earn some money to go towards your college education, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a high school senior or college undergraduate who identifies as female, resides in the United States, and wishes to pursue a STEM-related field of education? If so, you might consider applying for the Hyundai Women in STEM Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $10,000 to five applicants who submit the most thoughtful 500-word (or less) essay in response to the following prompt: At Hyundai, we know the success of a company is only equal to the talent of its team. We seek those who persevere, ask, “Why not?” and dare to make a difference. In 500 words or less, tell us how, as a woman in STEM, you’ll redefine convention by doing things differently, more efficiently. We want you to succeed—and hopefully even consider working with us one day. If you’re passionate about STEM and wish to reduce your college debt, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a current or incoming Black undergraduate student pursuing a fitness or nutrition-related major at a university in Kentucky? If so, the Martha J. Branch Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $1,000 to one current or incoming Black/African, full-time, undergraduate fitness or nutrition student at a Kentucky college or university. To apply, interested students must submit a 500-word essay, current resume, transcript, letter of recommendation, and proof of enrollment at their university. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a current or incoming undergraduate student belonging to an underrepresented group (female, of rural decent, or a member of an ethnic minority) pursuing a STEM-related major at a university in Kentucky? If so, the Nola Cook Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $750 to one current or incoming underrepresented, full-time, undergraduate STEM student at a Kentucky college or university. To apply, interested students must submit a 500-word essay, current resume, transcript, letter of recommendation, and proof of enrollment at their university. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Tacuna Systems is proud to announce the return of our Women in STEM Empowerment Scholarship program. For 2026, we will offer one award to a qualified candidate who attends or is admitted to a U.S. or Canadian university. Driven by our commitment to promote inclusive representation in STEM fields, our scholarship aims to empower women pursuing higher education in science and technology, fostering their increased participation in these industries. This scholarship invites applicants to share their experiences with a STEM-related research project or activity that has shaped or reflected their academic interests, rather than focusing solely on academics. Submissions must be in video form, accompanied by this application. As part of your application submission, we will require you to create a brief video of yourself showcasing your involvement in a STEM-related project. Limit this video to around 3 minutes in length. Things to consider while creating your video: Aspirations – What are your general career aspirations and how has this project influenced them? Passion – Why is this project important to you? Learning – What did you take away from this project? Application – How does this project relate to the real world? Improvement – What changes, if any, would you make for better results? Originality – Do you have valuable insight or ideas that industry leaders may not have thought about? Representation – What are your general thoughts, related to the project or not, on improving women’s representation in STEM? How might you inspire others? If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a high school student of color or student in need aspiring to pursue a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) degree? If so, the Destination STEM Scholarship may be a wonderful opportunity for you! Annually, the scholarship awards between $500 and $1,000 each to multiple recipients who have been accepted to a college for the upcoming academic year. Applicants must also be students of color or a student in need, in an effort to encourage under represented students passionate about STEM to pursue careers in the field. If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The James T. and Rose M. Perryman Family Foundation Trade School Scholarship supports students who reside within 150 miles of the borough of Houston, Pennsylvania. Students who plan to study for a technical degree or certification to include fields such as welding, machining, mechatronics, networking, and automation are eligible to apply.Show Less

The CRA All-Access Scholarship is a talent development pipeline program that seeks to financially support students pursuing degrees in Business, Economics or STEM. Through this program, CRA will award $5,000 to 12 deserving students for their junior/final year at an accredited university. This program is open to students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, community service and financial need. To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must be: Attending an accredited university on a full-time basis Majoring in Economics, Business or STEM fields (UK degree subjects will be approved by CRA) Have an overall GPA of 3.5 or 3.2 in their declared major (UK students must hold at least a 2:1 in their declared course If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The New Jersey Brain and Spine Healthcare Scholarship is a $2,000 award created to recognize and support students who are passionate about pursuing a career in healthcare. Whether your path is medicine, nursing, neuroscience, psychology, or another healthcare-related field, NJBS wants to honor your dedication to improving the lives of patients and shaping the future of care. To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must be high school seniors or current undergraduate students residing in or attending school in New Jersey, New York, or Pennsylvania. Applicants must also be pursuing a degree in a healthcare-related field. Applications will be reviewed by a committee of NJBS physicians and administrators. Essays will be evaluated based on relevance to the prompt, originality, commitment to a healthcare career, and clarity of writing. The recipient will be selected based on overall strength of application and alignment with NJBS’s mission of advancing healthcare through exceptional patient care. The scholarship recipient will receive a $2,000 award to support their education. The winner will be featured on the NJBS website and social media channels as part of their commitment to celebrating the future leaders of healthcare. Applicants can also apply directly through the New Jersey Brain and Spine Healthcare website.Show Less

Are you a female or minority student pursuing a career in STEM? If so, you should consider applying for the Avance Clinical Diversity in STEM Scholarship! Worth $5,000, this scholarship is designed to support women and minority groups pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). With a strong focus on the Life Sciences industry, this program provides financial assistance, hands-on industry experience, and international visibility — helping create a more diverse and inclusive future for the life sciences sector. Candidates must be currently enrolled in, or have recently been accepted into a a recognized STEM program. Applicants should demonstrate a passion for STEM and a commitment to fostering diversity within the field. Eligible fields of study include: Life Sciences (Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Pharmacology) Clinical Research and Clinical Sciences Medical Sciences (Medicine, Nursing, Public Health) Data and Technology in Health (Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Data Science, Biomedical Engineering) Applicants are invited to submit a 300-word essay describing their interest in STEM and how this scholarship will support their career goals. Final selections will be made by Avance Clinical’s Senior Leadership team. In addition to university financial support, scholarship recipients may be offered the opportunity to complete an internship at Avance Clinical, gaining valuable experience within a global clinical research organization.Show Less

The Fontana Transport Inc. Scholars Program is funded by Fontana Transport, Inc., an organization that helps future leaders in their community pursue a higher education degree. Each year, the Fontana Transport, Inc. Scholars Program awards up to $5,000 to multiple underrepresented, high school seniors who will be first-generation college students and want to help their families and communities. For 2024, the program hopes to support students pursuing a degree in any of the following fields: Transportation Management, math, science, engineering, architecture, environmental design, pre-med, psychology, and/or the Spanish Language and Literature. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details!Show Less