Scholarship Requirements

The Ohio Association of Cheerleading Coaches provides a scholarship to a student that exemplifies and reflects the professional and personal values of a cheerleader. Students who have received the award before are eligible to re-apply. Cheerleading background, leadership abilities, patriotism/pride, scholastic achievements and desire for further education are all considered.

Be an eligible student-athlete on an Ohio Cheerleading squad or team. Must be enrolled as full time student of college, university, or trade school for fall. Must have minimum cumulative GPA 2.5 Must be a member of OACC (or recommendation of parent or coach who is a member). Demonstrate a commitment to an active lifestyle. Scholarships will be awarded to the candidates whose applications earn the highest overall scores from the scholarship committee.

To apply for this award, a student should submit by email attachment to scholarship@ohiooacc.com or via U.S. mail. ENCLOSE: Your resume, (2) Two letters of recommendation, A current school transcript or your ACT or SAT scores, A Photograph (preferably in uniform)AND a 1 page essay on the topic - How has cheerleading influenced you? Proof of acceptance/attendance will be required this fall.

OACC reserves the right to use any or all parts of submitted documents and photos for publicity, promotion, newsletters, website or press releases. Deadline for submission: April 30th.