AAU YOUTH EXCEL AWARD PROGRAM
Amateur Athletic Union
Attn: National Headquarters
Hotel Plaza Boulevard
P.O. Box 22409
Lake Buena VISta, FL 32830
Phone: (407) 934-7200 (800) AAU-USA
Fax: (407) 934-7242
Web: www.aausports.org
Summary: To provide financial assistance for college to high school senior student�athletes who have achieved "excellence in athletics and academics, despite adversity."
Eligibility: Open to high school seniors who are student-athletes and can demonstrate excellence in athletics and academics, despite adversity.
Applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA, have participated in at least I sanctioned high school sport, and have been active in their community. Interested students must submit a completed application form and an essay describing their life experiences, focusing on the goals they have achieved and the obstacles they have overcome to reach those goals. Financial need is not considered in the selection process.
Financial data: Stipends are $3,500, $1,000, and $500. Duration: I year.
Number awarded: 3 each year.
Deadline: December of each year.