Hi y’all…
I’m really interested in cheerleading and have been considering the possibility of cheering in college. I’ve heard mixed opinions about whether college cheerleaders can receive scholarships for their involvement. Some say it’s possible, while others claim it’s not as common.
Could anyone clarify this for me? Do college cheerleaders typically get scholarships, and if so, how do they go about obtaining them? Are there specific schools or programs that are more likely to offer scholarships for cheerleading?
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Yes, cheer leaders also get scholarships.
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Hello
Target the ncaa rival schools or the uaap institutions that provide scholarships to aspiring cheerleaders.
Athletes typically receive scholarships, although acceptance is contingent upon tryout performance. Better for recruiting if you have experience with cheerleading, gymnastics, or flexibility
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Yes, college cheerleaders can receive scholarships, although they are often partial rather than full scholarships. Awards vary by school and program, with some institutions offering financial aid for cheerleading.
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In the U.S., any student, regardless of major, can be a cheerleader (or participate in any other sport) as long as they maintain decent academic performance. Additionally, nearly every U.S. college or university accepts international students if they meet the admissions criteria. Many schools here offer scholarships for cheerleading—the list that u/kittens-poptart shared is a great resource! From there, reach out to the schools that seem like a good fit and check their specific requirements. I’ve seen minimum requirements vary from little to no cheer experience to advanced tumbling/stunting skills, so what you need to know depends on the school you’re interested in. Once you know their requirements, you can begin working on those skills.
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Yes, college cheerleaders can receive scholarships, although they are less common and typically less substantial than scholarships for other sports. The availability and amount depend on the college and its cheerleading program.