Can you get a sports scholarship in Australia?
The Wensely Sporting Scholarship is designed to support students with financial need that are competing at an Elite Level in a Sport Australia recognised Sport. The value of the Scholarship is $4,500 for one year. Selection of the award is based on applicant’s demonstrated financial need and sporting achievement.
What sport gives the most college scholarships?
Football is a great example; it gives the most scholarships of any collegiate sport, but the competition to earn a roster spot (and a scholarship) is also greater than the majority other sports.
Do colleges offer scholarships for sports?
Only about two-percent of high school athletes are awarded athletics scholarships to compete in college. Full scholarships cover tuition and fees, room, board and course-related books. Most student-athletes who receive athletics scholarships receive an amount covering a portion of these costs.
How do I join the Australian Institute of Sport?
To be eligible for the program, participants will need to be:
- An Australian citizen or have been granted permanent residence status.
- Employed or contracted by a NSO, NIN or Games Delivery Partner (noting that clinical professions are often engaged as sole traders / consultants).
How much money do college athletes get in scholarships?
The average athletic scholarship is about $10,400 per year, or $8,700 if you don’t account for the more generous scholarships usually reserved for men’s football and basketball players.
What are the benefits of the Australian Institute of Sport?
Our programs benefit the whole community, through investment in national sporting organisations, athletes, community sport infrastructure, school programs and participation initiatives for older Australians. We are activating national behaviour change to get more people moving.
When did the AIS start?
1981
Australian Institute of Sport/Founded