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Kevin McManus Law

The Kevin McManus Law "Overcoming Adversity Through Sports" Scholarship

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Any
Disciplines
2000 USD
Grant
United States
Location
30 Oct 2026
Application deadline

About

Calling all high school seniors and college student-athletes! Ready to turn your grit into a game-changer? Kevin McManus Law is excited to launch the 2025 "Overcoming Adversity Through Sports" Scholarship in collaboration with KML Charitable Foundation.

Overview

Scholarship type

Merit based

Number of scholarships to award

Multiple

Grant

$2,000

Scholarship coverage

  • tuition fee reduction

Description

Whether you’re balancing practice with exams, recovering from an injury, or navigating personal hurdles, they want to hear your story of triumph.  

As injury and disability attorneys, they know what it takes to push through tough times. This scholarship is one way we can cheer you on as you chase your dreams in college and beyond. They encourage students from all areas of study to participate. No matter your area of study or sport - they invite all student-athletes pursuing higher education at an accredited college or university in the U.S. to apply.

Benefits

This is a $2,000 academic-based scholarship award for student-athletes who have faced challenges head-on and come out stronger.

Eligibility

This scholarship is for students who meet the following criteria:  

  • 3.0 GPA (provide an unofficial transcript)
  • High school seniors currently playing a sport (any kind—school, club, or recreational)
  • Enrolled in or accepted to an accredited college or university in the U.S.
  • U.S. citizens 

Scholarship requirements

Disciplines

Any

Locations

United States

Nationality

Any

Study experience required

High school

Age

Unknown

Application

Application deadline

30 Oct 2026

Review the eligibility criteria before writing an essay on the scholarship topic outlined below.

Check the requirements: Make sure you meet the requirements to be eligible.  

Write your story: Craft a 500- to 700-word essay on the topic below.  

Submit on time: Fill out the application form on our website and upload your essay as a PDF by October 30.

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