BSF Scholarships
Sales of Bridger Bowl license plate support scholarships for BSF Alpine, Freestyle and Nordic athletes.
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS:
* Please Review the Scholarship Information Before Submitting an Application*
*Application Deadline is October 15th, 2012
Click here for Application: 2012/2013 Scholarship Application
Funds for scholarships are raised from sales of the Bridger Bowl License plates, the BSF Excellence Fund, targeted fundraising initiatives, donor-directed funds, and other sources. Scholarship funds and equipment support are not guaranteed to be available every year.
Awards are available for Bridger Ski Foundation athletes in several categories: Need-based financial support, need-based equipment support, athletic-based awards, and other merit-based awards. Need-based financial awards are to assist Bridger Ski Foundation skiers whose participation requires financial support beyond what their parents can supply. Athletic and merit-based awards are to recognize Bridger Ski Foundation athletes for excellence, achievement, and dedicated participation in the Bridger Ski Foundation programs.
*Application Deadline is October 15th, 2012
Scholarship opportunities on an annual basis include:
Need-Based Financial Scholarship Award
Registered participants may apply in September for need-based financial support. For need-based awards, the ability of the family to pay program-related fees will be factored based on data supplied by the applicant’s parents, which will determine if the applicant is income-eligible by meeting the criteria for federal financial aid.
Criteria for consideration:
- Must be a registered participant of BSF
- Athlete’s account must be current
- Must submit application form and required documents by deadline (October 15, 2012)
- Must provide a letter describing athlete’s need for this scholarship (including number in family, other obligations, such as number of children in college, and a list of other major assets and liabilities that limit family’s ability to support athlete’s skiing).
- Athlete must provide a letter describing: (1) his/her participation in BSF skiing, highlighting year-round attendance, commitment, and consistency; (2) his/her goals, performance, improvement, sportsmanship, and leadership in skiing; (3) his/her service and volunteer activities both within and outside BSF.
- Provide a financial statement (IRS form 1040 or 1040A) showing family’s adjusted gross income from last year.
Scholarship Selection Committee & Process: The Scholarship committee is appointed by the Executive Director and will be made up of 2 to 5 individuals who are charged with selecting BSF scholarship recipients based on award criteria. The Committee will review the applications once the deadline has passed and make selections. Applicants will be notified by email no later than published deadlines. Awarded scholarship funds will be credited to the athlete’s account to be applied to program and event fees.
Need-Based Equipment Support
Registered participants may apply in September/April for need based equipment support. For need-based equipment support, the ability of the family to pay program-related fees and equipment will be factored based on data supplied by the applicant’s parents, which will determine if the applicant is income-eligible for equipment support.
Criteria for consideration:
- Must be a registered participant of BSF.
- Athlete’s account must be current.
- Must submit application form and required documents by deadline (October 15, 2012).
- Must provide a letter describing what equipment items are needed and your need for this equipment support
- Athlete must provide a letter describing: (1) his/her participation in BSF skiing, highlighting year-round attendance, commitment, and consistency; (2) his/her goals, performance, improvement, sportsmanship, and leadership in skiing; (3) his/her service and volunteer activities both within and outside BSF.
- Provide a financial statement (IRS form 1040 or 1040A) showing family’s adjusted gross income from last year.
Equipment Scholarship Selection Committee & Process: Equipment awards will be allocated at the discretion of the Program Director and based on availability of equipment. Equipment awards are equipment-based only and not a financial award.
Athletic-Based Scholarship Award
Registered participants may be eligible for athletic-based scholarship support throughout the season based on a participant’s athletic achievements and meeting specific character-based criteria. Alpine, Freestyle, and Nordic will recognize achievement based on the following criteria and events:
General Criteria Standards for consideration:
- Must be a registered participant of BSF
- Athlete’s account must be current
- Academic commitment & achievement
- Commitment to the program
- Consistency of participation (year-round training)
- Sportsmanship
- Team Support
- Love of skiing
- Race results
- Must represent BSF to the highest possible standard
- Must follow the BSF and USSA Codes of Conduct
Alpine Athletic Awards: If an athlete meets the General Criteria Standards and achieves one or more of the following athletic accomplishments, they may be eligible for an award based on available funds:
- Overall male orfFemale at the USSA YSL Championships
- Overall male or female in USSA Northern Div A-J3 Series
- USSA Northern Div J3 Championship Team Selection
- USSA Northern Div Western Region Championship Team Selection
- USSA J2 Nationals Selection
- US Nationals Selection
- Canadian Nationals Selection
- Nor Am Finals Selection
- National Project invitee
- US Ski Team Selection Criteria met
Freestyle Athletic Awards: If an athlete meets the General Criteria Standards and achieves one or more of the following athletic accomplishments, they may be eligible for an award based on available funds:
1. US Freestyle Ski team selection events
2. Junior World Championships
3. Youth Championships
4. US Junior National Championships
5. US National Championships
6. Nor-AM Tour
Nordic Athletic Awards: If an athlete meets the General Criteria Standards and achieves one or more of the following athletic accomplishments, they may be eligible for an award based on available funds:
1. Senior Nationals
2. Scandinavia Cup
3. World Junior Championship
4. Canmore Camp for skiers who made Scandinavia Cup or World Juniors
5. Junior Nationals
Athletic-Based Scholarship Award Selection Committee & Process: Athletic-Based Scholarship Awards will be awarded at the direction and discretion of the Program Directors and Executive Director. Award recipients will be notified by email at appropriate times. Awarded scholarships funds will be credited to the athlete’s account to be applied to program and event fees.
Other Merit-Based Scholarships: Merit-based awards will be allocated at the discretion and timing of the Program Directors and Executive Director and based on availability of funds.
General Policies of Scholarship Programs: BSF Athletes and families who receive and accept financial and equipment assistance from BSF through the Scholarship Program must agree to adhere to the policies and procedures set forth by the Bridger Ski Foundation. If an athlete and/or his/her family, who receives an award, violates BSF policies and procedures, or withdraws from BSF for a non-injury related reason, the athlete and his/her family may be responsible for refunding a pro-rated share of the award.