Athletes scholarships

Young athletes often experience difficulties: it is extremely difficult to combine intensive training with studies at a university.Paying attention to a sports career, but at the same time being left without a diploma is also not the most attractive prospect.

The solution in such a situation may be admission to a sports direction at a foreign university.Universities around the world are ready to reward outstanding athletes by funding their training and providing all the conditions for professional development.

We have prepared a list of scholarships and grants from foreign universities for athletes.These programs combine both training and academic education.

Scholarships for Athletes to Study in the UK

Bournemouth University

The university offers a bachelor's program as well as a non-degree program.Athletes who are members of a regional, national or international team can apply for the scholarship.The maximum payout can be £ 5,000.In case you have been selected as a scholarship holder, you will have to explain to the university how payments will help you throughout the year, as well as be ready to represent the university in competitions.To receive a grant, you must submit an application by August 31st.

University of Sussex

The university offers funding for the master's program.The amount of payments depends on the achievements of the athlete:

Level 1 High Performance Athlete Scheme - 1,250 pounds per year for athletes representing their country in a sport recognized by British Universities and Colleges Sport

Level 2 Performance Athlete Scheme - £ 750 per year for juniors representing their country in a sport recognized by Sport England

Level 3 Development Athlete Scheme -£ 500 per year for "adult" representatives of the country and members of the national team.The sport must be recognized by Sport England

Entries will be accepted by October 1st.Discovermore details can be foundhere .

Coventry University

Students and alumniUniversity - participants in the Olympic Games, winners of the World Championships and numerous competitions at the UK level.

The purpose of the university is to help athletes find a balance between athletic training and academic training.The university provides two options funding for bachelors and masters: 1,500 and 3,000 pounds per year, depending on the achievements of the applicant.At the same time, 50% of the support provided is direct payments, the other 50% is a program of services in the form of physiotherapy, sports nutrition, compensation for participation in competitions.The application must be submitted by 31 August.

University of Brighton

The university has a bachelor's program with a maximum coverage of £ 500 per year.The competition for scholarships is open to athletes who have represented their sport at a national or regional level.Scholars receive free access to all sports services of the university, mentor assistance in orientation and organization of everyday life, as well as cooperation with the university's partner network.Applications are accepted throughout the year.

Free education in Denmark

University of Copenhagen

The university opens a TALENT program at the PhD level for applicants in various fields, including Nutrition and sports.Funding will amount to about 30,000 euros per year.Holders of a master's degree or those whose achievements will be recognized as sufficient during the consideration of the candidacy can participate in the competition.Applications are accepted until October 1.Read for details .

Scholarship to study in Ireland next year

University College Dublin

The University in the capital of Ireland holds an annual competition for scholarships for athletes competing nationally and internationally.Payments cover 50% of course fees, and fellows are given access to sports services.Applicants can apply for a scholarship, whose applications for studies at the university at the master's level and above have already been approved.

The application campaign for the 2018/19 academic year has already been completed, but you can start preparing for admission now and apply by July 31, 2019.