Full Scholarship

What is a Full Scholarship?

• Covers 100% of tuition, fees, room & board, and textbooks
• Zero or minimal out-of-pocket costs for student-athletes
• Typically awarded in high-profile sports (e.g., American football, basketball) or to top-tier athletes in other sports
• NCAA Division I "head count sports" (e.g., football, basketball for men; basketball, tennis, gymnastics, and volleyball for women) offer only full scholarships

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Partial Scholarship

What is a Partial Scholarship?

• Covers a percentage of costs (e.g., tuition only or partial tuition + fees)
• Athletes may need to cover the remaining expenses through personal funds, grants, or financial aid
• Common in NCAA Division II, NAIA, and many Division I sports (non-headcount sports)
• Coaches may divide scholarship funds among multiple players to build a balanced team

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Combined Scholarship

Can you combine scholarships?

Yes! Many student-athletes stack scholarships by combining:

🎓 Athletic + Academic Scholarships – If you have strong grades, this can significantly reduce costs.

🏅 Athletic + External Scholarships – Many private organizations offer scholarships for student-athletes.

💼 Work-Study & Grants – Some colleges provide additional financial aid options.

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