Walt McPherson/Coaches Scholarship at College of Health and Human Sciences 2025

Eligibility

• To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must be upper-division students majoring in Kinesiology or Physical Education with a focus on K-12 teaching.
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 is required for consideration.
• This scholarship is specifically aimed at students who are preparing for a career in teaching physical education at the K-12 level.
• Applicants should be enrolled in their upper-division courses, demonstrating a commitment to their academic and professional goals in Kinesiology or Physical Education.

Benefits/Values

• This scholarship offers a financial award of up to $1,000, which can be used to support the recipient’s educational expenses, such as tuition, books, or other academic costs.
• Beyond the monetary value, the scholarship supports students who are pursuing careers in K-12 physical education teaching, helping to encourage and empower future educators in the field.
• This funding allows students to continue their studies with reduced financial stress, contributing to their success and growth as educators.

Application Process

• To apply for this scholarship, applicants must submit an application form, along with supporting documents such as their academic transcripts to verify their GPA, and a personal statement outlining their academic and career aspirations in the field of physical education.
• The statement should highlight their passion for teaching and their commitment to pursuing a career in K-12 education.
• The selection process will consider the applicant's GPA, academic progress in their major, and their commitment to teaching in the physical education field.