Defining a College Athletic Scholarship

Athletic Scholarships - Division 1 and 2

Do all four-year colleges offer Athletic Scholarships?

Not all four-year colleges offer athletic scholarships.
Only NCAA Division 1 and 2, NAIA schools and Junior Colleges offer Athletic Scholarships!
The three Athletic Associations mandates how many scholarships a school can offer for a particular sport.
It is up to the school whether or not they want to and can offer the maximum number of scholarships allotted to them.

What is a full-ride Athletic Scholarship?

It provides full tuition, fees, room, board and course-related books in exchange for the athlete's performance.

Are all Athletic Scholarships full rides?

Full scholarships are very rare.
The only guaranteed full scholarships are for NCAA Division 1 Basketball and Division 1 Football programs.

What is a half-and-half or Partial Scholarship?

Half and half or Partial scholarships may offer financial aid for both athletics and academics.
Most sports and teams divide scholarship money up between players.

How long do Athletic Scholarship last?

Most people think a full scholarship is good for four or five years.
Athletic Scholarships are renewed every year and may not be guaranteed (in writing) for more than one year.

Who decides if you get to keep your Athletic Scholarship?

Ultimately, the decision as to whether you'll keep your scholarship and for what amount is made by the Head Coach.
Student-Athletes must be notified by July 1 each year.