I'm really passionate about cheerleading and looking to continue in college with the help of scholarships. Does anyone know which colleges offer scholarships specifically for cheerleading talents? Any tips on schools with strong cheer programs would be awesome!
Absolutely, cheerleading can be an excellent way to supplement your college experience, and there are indeed several colleges that recognize cheer talents with scholarships. Here are a few:
1. University of Hawaii: The University offers partial scholarships to the members of its co-ed cheer squad, which represents the school at every home game, as well as select away games.
2. The University of Memphis: Known for its strong cheerleading program, University of Memphis offers some full-tuition scholarships to outstanding cheerleaders.
3. University of Illinois: The Illinois cheerleading team awards small scholarships to select members of its co-ed cheer team.
4. University of Central Florida (UCF): UCF offers scholarships for its Spirit Program members which includes cheerleaders. Amount varies depending upon the squad you're on and your status on the team.
5. University of Southern California (USC): USC's cheerleaders, known as the Song Girls, are renowned for their dance skills and school spirit. They provide scholarships but the amount may vary.
Some of these programs are extremely competitive, so you'll want to look into the audition dates and requirements as soon as possible. You could also contact the coach or athletic department at schools you're interested in to ask about other potential opportunities.
Additionally, don't forget to explore national and local cheerleading scholarships independent of any particular college. For example, the National Cheerleaders Association offers the "Go Be Great" scholarship to recognize leadership and athleticism among high school cheerleaders.
Best of luck with your cheerleading journey in college! Your passion for the sport will surely help open many doors for you.
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