Student Athlete Scholarships

The NFL Alumni Detroit Chapter Student Athlete Scholarship rewards high school student athletes for their non-athletic achievements and assists them in achieving their academic career goals. Students are not required to compete in collegiate athletics to receive this scholarship.

Scholarship Award: $2,500.00

Eligibility

Must attend high school within Wayne County, Michigan
Overall High School Grade Point Average of 2.0 or better
Must be a highs school senior
Acceptance into a two-year or four-year college or university
Nominated by high school coach
Participated at the varsity level in athletics for at least one year
Has not accepted a full scholarship award or grant (athletic or academic)
Is not a son or daughter of current or former NFL Player

Criteria for Evaluation

Career goal
Nomination by coach
Academic achievement
Potential for success
Leadership and character
Indication of how athletic competition has aided in personal growth

Nomination Materials

The following materials must be provided to the Scholarship Committee:

Application completed by student
Essay provided by student 500-700 words
High School transcript
Coach’s nomination form and nomination letter

All fields are required

Applicant Information

First Name

Last Name

Last four digits of SSN:

Address:

City:

State:

Zip code:

Phone

Parent/Guardian Information

First name:

Last name:

Phone:

Email:

Academic Information

School:

Overall HS GPA:

Athletics

High School Athletic Involvement:

Other High School Activities (Groups, clubs, etc):

Universities/Colleges accepted to:

Expected College Major:

Nomination Materials

The following materials should be provided to the scholarship committee:

Coach’s nomination form and nomination letter
Completed application form by student and or parent
Essay provided by student 500-700 words
High School transcript

Please attach the following information with your application

Upload Essay
Why participation in high school athletics has been important to you and how this scholarship will help you achieve your career goal. 500-700 words

Upload High School Transcript
Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with application. Please note you will be required to submit an official high school transcript if you are selected for this scholarship award.

Coach’s Nomination

The Scholarship Committee encourages you to nominate a high school athlete who has shown academic achievement. Leadership skills, and strong promise for career goals.

Coach

First Name:

Last Name:

Sport Coached:

School:

School Address

City

State

ZIP

Upload Coach’s Letter of Nomination
Please attach a 250-300 word letter of nomination indicating how this student meets the criteria for this scholarship.

Electronic Signature

Student Nominee:

Date:

By checking this box, I acknowledge that the information provided on this application is accurate and that this serves as my signature.

Student Athlete Scholarships