What are Academic Scholarships?

An academic scholarship in America is a financial aid given to students based on good grades, test scores, or other extracurricular activities.

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by Lars Blenckers

Published August 3, 2026

An academic scholarship is a financial aid given to students based on good grades, test scores, or other extracurricular activities.

Why is a scholarship important?

For many international students, these academic scholarships are important because the cost of studying in America is so high. This way, it can still be financially possible to study in America.

Academic Scholarships vs. Sports Scholarships

A scholarship should not be confused with a sports scholarship. In America, you can also qualify for a scholarship based on your sports performance. Read more here about sports scholarships.

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Lars Blenckers
Founder of +31 Sports
Lars helps student-athletes find the right college opportunitues and turn their sports dreams in to reality.