UYSA College Scholarship Application

UYSA College Scholarship Application
Applicant must submit the following to the Utah Youth Soccer Association and must be received at the address listed below NO LATER THAN September 29th, 2024.

Online Process-
1. Complete the online application

Printed Process-

1. A completed application form

2. A digital photo send to asanders@uysa.org – (Winners will be featured on the UYSA website)

3. A copy of your official high school transcript (including ACT and/or SAT scores).

4. One page letter of self-recommendation which includes your athletic achievements, honorary or special interest organizations, community involvement, course of study you plan to pursue, awards or scholarships you have received, and a brief description of any way in which you have given back to soccer (i.e. coach, referee, etc.).

5. Please include endorsement from soccer coaches, teammates or other soccer entities.

6. Financial need is not a key issue but it will be considered.

7. You must carry a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75, and must be preparing to attend an accredited college, university, or community college, or other institution of higher learning.

8. Applications will be accepted from all eligible UYSA players regardless of the school they have attended or whether or not their school or district has varsity soccer. You do not have to play college soccer to apply.

9. Recipient of the scholarship will receive a seat (plus one) for the Awards Gala. Attendance is required to receive the award. More seats can be purchased online or by calling the UYSA office.
This application is for players who are graduating seniors for the class of 2025.

You may submit your application two ways.
- Digital Submission
- Paper Submission
  - If you prefer to submit a paper application, please send a completed application to UYSA State Office post marked no later than September 29th, 2024. Visit the UYSA website Resouces- Download Center- UYSA College Scholarship Form for required documentation
All applications are due September 29th, 2024

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General Information
1. This program, of college tuition awards, is supported and administered by the Utah Youth Soccer Association.

2. The scholarships are in the form of tuition awards of $750 and are to be used toward expenses in an accredited college, university, or community college. Two scholarships, one to a male soccer player and one to a female soccer player, will be awarded to two players from the region in which they are registered.

3. This program is open to current Utah soccer players who are registered to a UYSA affiliated club and are graduating high school seniors.

4. Successful applicants are notified after the selection process is complete and are recognized at a formal awards presentation during the Annual UYSA Awards Gala.

5. Awards are contingent upon proof of acceptance and enrollment in an academic or vocational program at an accredited college, university, or community college with a minimum course load of 12 credits/units (full–time status).

Awards Gala time and location November 15th, 2024
Application Requirements
Contact Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Phone Number*
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
E-mail*
example@example.com
Gender*

MaleFemale
Region (UYSA membership is broken down into 6 different geographical regions. Please select what region your physical address is located in.)*
Education Information
Current High School*
Current GPA*
SAT Score (if taken)*
ACT Score (if taken)*
Number of AP Tests Passed (if taken)*
Education Information
Please enter the following information about colleges or schools you have applied to
1. Name of school
2. State school is located in
3. Have you been accepted? Yes, No, Unknown
School 1*
School 2*
School 3
School 4
School 5
Extracurricular Activities

Please include the extracurricular activity (other than soccer) that you have participated in with starting date, ending date, and an explanation of what you did.
Extracurricular Activity*
Extracurricular Activity
Extracurricular Activity
Soccer Experience

Please tell us about your soccer experiences.
Years of Recreation*
Years of Competition*
Latest Team & Division (Prem., D1, etc.)*
Years of High School Soccer*
Years on ODP Team
Playing Accomplishments*
Referee Experience*
Coaching Experience*
Community and Work Experience

Please tell us about the work you have done in the community or a job you have had/have and the responsibilities it entailed.
Volunteer Experience*
Work Experience*
Please upload a digital photo of yourself. Winners will be featured on the UYSA website.*

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Please upload official High School Transcript*

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Please upload a one page letter of self-recommendation which includes your athletic achievements, honorary or special interest organizations, community involvement, course of study you plan to pursue, awards or scholarships you have received, and a brief description of any way in which you have given back to soccer (i.e. coach, referee, etc.).*

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Please upload endorsements from soccer coaches, teammates, or other soccer entities.

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Receipient of the scholarship will receive a seat (plus one) for the Awards Gala November 15th, 2024. Attendance to the Gala is required in order to receive the award. More seats can be purchased online by calling the UYSA office.
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UYSA College Scholarship Application

General Information

Application Requirements

Contact Information

Education Information

Education Information

Extracurricular Activities

Soccer Experience

Community and Work Experience