The Stephens College $10,000 Performance Scholarship
Monday, August 12, 2024
Sponsored by Sally Jackson
The deadline to apply for the $10,000 Stephens College UPHA Performance Rider/Driver Scholarship, sponsored by Sally Jackson, has been extended until Friday, August 30th. The scholarship will provide $10,000 to a high school junior or senior who wishes to enroll and pursue Equestrian Studies at Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri.
This Scholarship is open to athletes who compete on the following breeds:
American Saddlebred, Arabian, Dutch Harness Horse, Friesian, Hackney, Morgan, National Show Horse, and Standardbreds in the Saddle Seat, Stock Seat, Hunt Seat, Riding, Driving, and Academy divisions.
The recipient must be a member of UPHA.
This tuition scholarship is good for any future attendance year.
The purpose behind this award is to encourage the youth of the industry to
seek higher education and benefit the future of the equine industry.
"Helping our young people have a successful career in the equine industry is extremely important whether it is as an owner, breeder, exhibitor or professional," states Sally. "Hopefully, this scholarship will help someone pursue their educational interest and be able to make an impact on this industry that has been so good and has meant so very much to me."
Columbia is the ultimate college town with the University of Missouri just a short walk
from the Stephens Campus. Stephens has a first-class equestrian program as well as an excellent facility, plus, it is unique in that it allows you to take your horse, dog, cat, or pet to school with you. Stephens offers a wide variety of degree programs which can be found on their website: www.Stephens.edu.
The application process will begin July 1, 2024, and end at Midnight EST on August
30, 2024. Applicants are required to submit an essay, either written or video, not to exceed two minutes. The essay must state why the applicant wants to pursue an education in Equestrian Studies, their career goals, how this scholarship would help them, and why they would like to study at Stephens College.
All funds are to be used for tuition at Stephens College and the Scholarship shall be awarded in the following manner: The winner of the $10,000 Stephens College UPHA Performance Rider/Driver Scholarship will be announced on or before August 22, 2024.
Please send all applications to: [email protected].
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