KWSL 2026 Scholarship Application

KWSL 2026 Scholarship Application

The completed application packet must be submitted no later than Friday, May 15, 2026. Please note that application materials will not be returned, and incomplete or late submissions will not be considered. The scholarship application packet must include the following: (1) Completed scholarship application (2) Official high school transcript (may download unofficial transcripts) (3) Two Letters of recommendation (4) Senior photo or clear headshot

Academic & Athletic Background
Applicant High School Information
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Applicant Athletic Participation
Organized Sports (High school/Club) and Years Played*
Have you received any athletic honors, awards, or recognition?*
If yes, please describe below (If no, write "N/A"):*
Describe any athletic honors, awards or recognition that you have received.

Academic Achievement & Activities
Academic Achievement
Have you received any academic honors, awards, or recognition?*
If yes, please describe below (If no, write "N/A"):*
Describe any academic honors, awards, or recognition that you have received.
Please list extracurricular activities (clubs, student leadership, etc.):*
Please describe how you effectively balance your academic responsibilities with your athletic commitments.*
Current Grade Point Average (GPA):*

Leadership & Community Involvement

KWSL values leadership, service, and impact beyond the game. Please answer the following questions thoughtfully.
Describe your involvement within your community (volunteering, service projects, church, mentorship, etc.)*
Describe a time you demonstrated leadership within a team environment. What does leadership mean to you? How do you support other girls in sports?*

College & Future Plans
Name of Colleges/Universities to which you have applied to and/or received conditional acceptance:
What is your declared or intended major?*
Are you a first generation college student? (This means that neither your mother nor your father has earned a college degree)*

YesNo

Additional Information
List any scholarships you have applied for (if none, write N/A):*
Social Media (list platform and username)
Used to highlight KWSL athletes and scholarship recipients

Essay Submission
Personal Statement
Please respond to the following essay prompt:

How has participation in sports influenced your personal growth? In what ways would this scholarship support your academic and athletic goals? Additionally, how do you plan to contribute to empowering and supporting future women in sports?

Your essay must be typed on a separate document and uploaded with your application. It should be a minimum of 500 words and clearly express your ideas in a well-organized, grammatically correct manner.
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Additional Requirements & Media Consent
Additional Requirements
Please attach the following documents in addition to the required essay:
- Official current high school transcript (may download unofficial transcripts).
- Two letters of recommendation submitted by persons other than relatives. One letter must be from a teacher or school counselor. (The second letter may be from church affiliates, teachers, school administrators, counselors, coaches, or community members.)
- Senior Photo or recent head shot
- Headshot guidelines:
  - Photos must be waist up or shoulders up
  - Natural background or solid backdrop
  - No filters
  - Athletic, school, or casual professional attire
  - Must be recent (within 6 months)
This photo may be used for the following:
- On the KWSL website
- Social Media spotlight posts
- Scholarship announcement materials
Media Consent
I grant KWSL Foundation permission to use my name, image, and likeness for promotional, marketing, and scholarship-related purposes, including social media, website, and print materials.
I agree
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Applicant Details