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Dr. Zachary Lipman Scholarship for Student Athletes

The Dr. Zachary Lipman Scholarship for Student Athletes is a $1,000 award designed to empower undergraduate students who are passionate about forging a career in athletics. Inspired by Dr. Lipman’s dedication to improving lives through his work as a pain management specialist in Northern California, this scholarship recognizes the grit and ambition of student athletes. Winners are selected through an essay contest that highlights their personal journeys and aspirations, offering financial support to fuel their dreams in the athletic world.

Scholarship Overview

The Dr. Zachary Lipman Scholarship for Student Athletes is a $1,000 award designed to empower undergraduate students who are passionate about forging a career in athletics. Inspired by Dr. Lipman’s dedication to improving lives through his work as a pain management specialist in Northern California, this scholarship recognizes the grit and ambition of student athletes. Winners are selected through an essay contest that highlights their personal journeys and aspirations, offering financial support to fuel their dreams in the athletic world.

Criteria

To be eligible for the Dr. Zachary Lipman Scholarship for Student Athletes, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Be an undergraduate student enrolled at an accredited college or university.
  • Demonstrate active involvement in athletics and a clear intent to pursue a career in the field (e.g., coaching, sports medicine, athletic training, or sports management).
  • Submit a complete application, including an original essay responding to the following prompt:
    Essay Prompt: “In 500-750 words, describe a challenge you’ve faced in your athletic or academic journey and how overcoming it has shaped your goals for a career in athletics. How will this scholarship help you achieve those ambitions?”

Applications must be submitted by January 15, 2026, to be considered. The winner will be announced on February 15, 2026.

Amount

One time award of $1,000

Deadline

The deadline to apply for the scholarship is January 15, 2026.

Winner Announced

The winner of the scholarship will be announced on February 15, 2026.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step? Applying for the Dr. Zachary Lipman Scholarship for Student Athletes is simple:

  1. Write your essay based on the prompt provided in the Criteria section.
  2. Include your full name, contact information, university name, and proof of enrollment (e.g., transcript or student ID).
  3. Email your completed application as a single PDF file to [email protected] with the subject line: “Scholarship Application – [Your Full Name].”
  4. Submit by January 15, 2026—late applications will not be accepted. The winner will be announced on February 15, 2026.
    Questions? Reach out to us at [email protected]. We can’t wait to hear your story!

Along with the essay, please provide the following information:

  • Full Name
  • Phone Number
  • Address
  • Email Address
  • Name of High School and Graduation Date
  • The University that you are currently enrolled in.
  • Personal Bio
  • GPA