Scholarship Program Selection Criteria

Scholarship applications will be reviewed and evaluated by the NCTTA Scholarship Committee. Recipients will be awarded based on the four selection criteria described below (the percentage each counts for is indicated in parentheses).

Table Tennis Skill Level (35%)

The level of table tennis ability as demonstrated by USATT or NCTTA rating and notable titles won at regional, national or international competitions.

Academics (25%)

A commitment to academic excellence as determined by grades earned (GPA). For enrolling first year students, high school grades will be considered. For college students that have already completed one or more semesters, college grades will be considered.

Essay (25%)

The essay should explain the what attracted the applicant to table tennis, why he or she is interested in continuing to compete while pursuing a degree and efforts to promote and develop the sport (including involvement with the applicant’s local table tennis community). Maximum essay length is 1000 words.

Financial Need (15%)

Financial need as determined by the school’s typical Cost of Attendance (COA) less the applicant’s Expected Family Contribution (EFC) as indicated by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA can be filled out online.

    For questions or comments about this program, please email info@nctta.org.

The National College Table Tennis Scholarship Program is supported by:

Newgy Industries