Scholarship Fund
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Full-Ride Scholarships: We strive to provide comprehensive scholarships that aim to cover all costs associated with attending elite college preparatory schools. This includes tuition, boarding, books, and other academic-related expenses. Our goal is to ensure that student-athletes can focus on both academic and athletic development without the financial burden.
Holistic Development: Beyond financial aid, our program emphasizes personal growth, leadership training, and community involvement. Scholars are encouraged to engage in various developmental activities, fostering well-rounded individuals ready for the challenges of collegiate sports and academics.
Support Network: Scholars have access to a robust support system, including mentorship from successful alumni, networking opportunities, and guidance in navigating the collegiate sports recruitment process.
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Eligibility Criteria: Applicants should be high school athletes demonstrating financial need, academic promise, and athletic talent. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and sports disciplines.
Application Process: The process includes submission of academic records, athletic achievements, personal essays, and references. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. Read our Scholarship Eligibility Requirements >>
Selection Process: With a global reach, a select international Assessment Board, and long-standing partnerships, the Foundation works alongside esteemed sports organizations and engages with agents and consultants worldwide, including Africa, the Americas, Australia, China, Europe, and premier club programs globally. Our selection committee, comprised of educators, former athletes, and community leaders, carefully evaluates each application. Selection is based on a combination of athletic potential, academic ability, and personal character.
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How to qualify for the CPSAF Student-Athlete Scholarship
Candidates must:
Demonstrate the attributes of leadership, integrity, drive, athleticism, and citizenship within their communities, schools, and sport.
Display strong academic performance (minimum 3.0-grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent).
Be current high school students (grades 9-12) or post-grad students (grade 13) attending high school within the parameters set by the U.S. Department of Education.
Plan to enroll in a full‑time undergraduate course of study at an accredited four‑year college or university in the United States as a student-athlete.
Read, write, and speak English or be able to enroll in a TOEFL-prep program (Test of English as a Foreign Language) at their new high school.
Qualify for need-based Financial Aid.
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Our scholarships have the potential to be transformative, not only for the individual scholars but also for their families and communities. By aiming to provide access to quality education and athletic training, we aspire to help break cycles of poverty and open doors to new opportunities. Our scholars often emerge as role models and leaders in their communities, inspiring the next generation of student-athletes.
CPSAF-approved institutions
CPSAF approval is based on the Foundation’s network of coaches, agents, recruiters, student-athletes, and parent reviews of culture, athletics, coaches, academics, collegiate exposure, national media, and residential housing.