Martha J. Branch Scholarship

Direct application

$1,000
1 winner

Eligibility

Demographics
Black or African American
Major
Kinesiology Recreation
Education level
Undergraduate

About this scholarship

African or African American full-time undergraduate students (or incoming freshmen) with a minimum 3.0 GPA pursuing fitness or nutrition-related majors at accredited Kentucky colleges may apply for the Martha J. Branch Scholarship.

One $1,000 award is offered. Eligible majors include exercise science, nutrition, and health education. Past recipients may reapply.

Submit the online application, resume, transcript, 500-word essay, recommendation, and proof of enrollment by June 26. The scholarship supports minority students working to improve community health and fitness.

Essay question

What else to submit

  • Online application
  • Resume
  • Transcript
  • Approximately 500-word essay
  • Letter of recommendation
  • Proof of enrollment
  • Current resume
  • Transcript showing cumulative GPA
  • Letter of recommendation attesting to involvement in fitness-related activities and organizations
  • Proof of enrollment from college registrar or admission office
  • Completed online application form
  • Essay must be double-spaced, typed, and in 12-point font
  • Gmail/Google account required to upload documents
  • Past recipients may reapply.