2026 ACCT International Conference Scholarship Application

Each year, ACCT awards scholarships to individuals indicating interest in sponsorship to the Annual ACCT International Conference. ACCT provides sponsorship via financial support for conference registration fees. An individual must submit a Conference Scholarship Application to indicate interest in being a candidate for sponsorship.

This year, ACCT will award a minimum of four scholarships for the 2026 ACCT International Conference. The scholarship will provide financial support to assist with conference registration fees only. Scholarship recipients will be selected by the 2025-2026 Conference Work Group.

Need help with your application? Check out these tips provided by our Conference Work Group.

Please mark all categories below that describe the Applicant/Nominee:*

Employed in Challenge Course-related fieldEmployed in Non-Profit private organizationEmployed in Government (federal, state, local) organizationPart-time studentFull-time studentOther

Applicant / Nominee Information:

Name*

First NameLast Name

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Email Validator*

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

ACCT Member #

Applicant Background/Experience:

Educational History (College if applicable): *

Trainings / Workshops: *

Certifications: *

Please list professional organizations with dates of membership and offices held (if any):*

Challenge Course industry related Employment History 1 (include brief description of job responsibilities, title, length of employment): *

Challenge Course industry related Employment History 2 (include brief description of job responsibilities, title, length of employment):

Challenge Course industry related Employment History 3 (include brief description of job responsibilities, title, length of employment):

Challenge Course industry related Employment History 4 (include brief description of job responsibilities, title, length of employment):

What would you like to gain from attending the 2026 ACCT conference? *

How do you feel you will benefit from this experience after the conference?*

If you’re new or interested in the Challenge Course industry, share why you have chosen or are interested in the industry. Be specific.*

Share your education, experience, and/or goals that demonstrate an intention for starting or continuing a career in the Challenge Course industry. Please share what field within the industry you’re interested in or currently working in (programming, training, building, etc.).*

Share your interest in projects, etc. that contribute to the Challenge Course Industry (above and beyond employment in the field). If you do not have experience in the Challenge Course industry yet, share experiences that show how you contribute to communities and industries you’re a part of.*

Share past experiences that demonstrate passion for the Challenge Course industry. If you do not have experience in the industry yet, please share experiences of your commitment to what you’re passionate about. *

Describe your charitable and volunteer experiences related to the Challenge Course industry or other industries you’ve been involved in (if you have no Challenge Course industry experience). *

Describe any additional related qualifications/experiences / needs: *

Please ask one reference to write a short reference letter. Letter should include:

Applicant’s name
Brief note on the applicant’s most significant accomplishments and contributions (i.e. scholastic proficiency; evidence of leadership; school, community, or professional activity/service)
Brief note on why the applicant should receive the award (character attributes)

Please submit your reference letter to:

events@acctinfo.org

*** Must be received by September 8th, 2025. Applications without a reference letter will not be considered. ***