Parents Leadership Council
Program Scholarships

“Getting the Rec Sports/PLC program scholarship has been amazing for my well-being. It’s taken a lot of the financial pressure off, letting me dive into my studies and interests. Plus, it’s given me the chance to stay active and healthy through sports and other activities. Overall, it’s made my college life a lot better and more balanced.”
“The scholarship has positively impacted my academic performance! With less financial stress, I can focus more on my studies. The support has also given me access to resources and activities that help me stay balanced and energized, which has boosted my overall academic success.”
“I would LOVE to thank the Parent Leadership Council for awarding me with this scholarship. Being able to participate in group fitness classes is one of the things that keeps me sane during a very hectic semester. Getting to know people and getting exercise is an amazing combination for relieving some pressure and stress.”
“It (PLC/Rec Sports Program Scholarship) helped my mental health by allowing me to stay active and be included in activities my friends and I enjoy so much here at UGA!”
“I want to extend great gratitude toward the Parent’s Leadership Council for my scholarship to be able to have a fitness pass at the Ramsey Student Center. As a graduate student, outlets to remain physically active are often the first to go when budgeting each month. With this scholarship, I am able to actively engage my body without the financial burdens of having to pay for a pass while also getting to meet new students and stay healthy! Thank you for all that you do.”
“It (PLC/Rec Sports Program Scholarship) has been SO amazing. It’s nice to be able to workout at the level you want to and not have to stress about the price of it. The classes have been amazing and have significantly help boost my energy level and well-being.”
“I use sports as a stress reliever, so getting this scholarship was huge for me! I also got to meet and talk to new people!”
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Need-based Program Scholarships, provided by the UGA Parent’s Leadership Council, support the well-being of UGA students through the reduction of financial barriers to participation in Recreational Sports programs.

Scholarships are available to current UGA students who have completed their FAFSA and meet need-based qualifications through the Office of Financial Aid. The scholarship program functions as a discount/credit. Scholarships are available until all funds have been distributed.

Program Information

  • Competitive Sports: full fee waivers for Unlimited Play Pass
  • Fitness & Wellness: full fee waiver for Unlimited Fitness Pass OR Session 1 & 2 of Small Group Training
  • Outdoor Recreation: discounted trip registration

Click the link below to complete your application:

Competitive Sports Application
     Deadlines (based on sport):
          August 30 –  flag football, volleyball, dodgeball, team golf, cornhole
          October 1 – team tennis, badminton, kickball, soccer, ultimate frisbee
          November 4 – basketball

Fitness & Wellness Application – Spring 2025 application window December 2-January 3

Outdoor Recreation Application – Spring 2025 applications closes January 10 (begin registering for trips on January 15)

If you are awarded a scholarship, you will be contacted via email following the deadline. Please be patient as we receive a large volume of requests.

  1. Submit your scholarship application.
  2. You will be notified via email if you have been awarded a scholarship.
  3. Use your UGA login on the Rec Sport Shop to find an activity you want to join.
  4. Do NOT purchase anything, we cannot issue refunds.
  5. Awards are provided as a promo code for use at checkout and expire at the end of the semester.
  • You must be a Ramsey member (assessed your ‘Rec and Facility Fee’ on Athena) to be able to use your promo code.
  • Promo codes are strictly personal and can only be used by the students to whom they were awarded.
  • Policy violations include sharing your code, using the code for a program not specified in the application.
  • Receiving a scholarship does not guarantee a space in the desired program. Please register as soon as you receive your promo code.