Track and field scholarships

Track and field scholarships provide talented athletes with an exclusive opportunity to compete at an elite level while pursuing an academic and athletic career simultaneously. By obtaining an American Athletics Scholarship you will find yourself in the unique position of having university costs partially or fully paid for.

Through our vast network of colleges and links with top coaches throughout the US, we are able to link talented and ambitious athletes to some of the top programmes in the country. Some of the world’s most well-known track and field stars attended American colleges and universities on scholarships. During the 2008 Beijing Olympics, 44 Olympic medals were won by NCAA college scholarship athletes.

Gaining a track and field scholarship in the US can help to create many opportunities and can become a platform to future success. This could be turning professional, becoming a coach, or setting you on course to success in a chosen career.

How do American athletics scholarships work?

An American athletics scholarship is a 2-4 year intensive course. Due to the high level of professionalism, state of the art stadiums and huge fanbase, it is as close to being a professional athlete as you can possibly get. On average, a track and field scholarship student trains for a minimum of 30 hours per week, training everyday and competing at least once a week.

By obtaining a track and field scholarship, a financial package will be provided that goes towards tuition fees, accommodation, maintenance fees and other costs associated with university living. In return, the athlete is expected to represent the university for the duration of their stay.

American athletics scholarship students are also expected to simultaneously work towards an undergraduate degree. Students hoping to be considered for a track and field scholarship must meet the usual entry requirements of their chosen university and must also obtain satisfactory grades during their time at university in order to retain financial support.

What to expect from a track and field scholarship

Each university has its own track and field facilities where you will train and compete on race days. You will be coached by some of the most experienced coaches in the world. These coaches look for athletes that are committed, talented, driven, and have a desire to succeed. Although it is important to give your all on the track, you must also maintain a high academic level off it.

During your time spent as a college athlete you will:

• Have a unique opportunity to compete at an elite level while working towards a university degree.
• Compete and train every day against the best athletes from around the world.
• Compete in state-of-the-art facilities in front of huge crowds.
• Travel to compete in events across the United States.
• Gain access to the best physiotherapists, strength and conditioning coaches and nutritionists.
• Improve your professional opportunities and have the opportunity to become a professional athlete.

If you think you have what it takes then APPLY NOW and let your future begin.