BC Soccer Scholarships
Funding your dreams, one goal at a time — connect with organizations offering scholarships to BC student-athletes.
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Organizations
100+
Awards Given
📢 Important Information
These scholarships are offered by local BC organizations committed to supporting student-athletes pursuing post-secondary education. Each organization manages its own application process and criteria. Please contact them directly for the most up-to-date information and to apply. Deadlines typically fall between March and May each year.
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BC Soccer Association
BC Soccer Scholarship Program
Award Amount
Varies
Awards
24 Annually
Deadline
May (Annual)
For over 17 years, BC Soccer and its generous donors have supported graduating students within BC Soccer's membership pursuing post-secondary education. The program awards 24 scholarships annually to Grade 12 students across British Columbia who have demonstrated excellence in soccer and academics.
✓Eligibility Requirements
- →Grade 12 student graduating and proceeding to post-secondary
- →Played with a BC Soccer affiliated team for 3+ years
- →Current involvement in soccer (player, referee, coach, or administrator)
- →Demonstrated good citizenship, character, and leadership
- →Minimum academic standing requirements
How to Apply
Vancouver Youth Soccer Association
VYSA Scholarships
Award Amount
$2,000
Awards
4 Total
Deadline
April 30
The Vancouver Youth Soccer Association offers scholarships for players graduating from secondary schools and moving onto post-secondary education or trades. Four scholarships of $2,000 each are awarded annually: 2 to players in the Girls divisions and 2 to players in the Boys divisions. VYSA has been fostering youth soccer in Vancouver since 1949.
✓Eligibility Requirements
- →Played with a team registered in District of Vancouver for 3+ consecutive years
- →Graduating Grade 12 student proceeding to post-secondary or trades
- →Minimum C+ average required
- →Additional consideration for refereeing, coaching, or administrative involvement
- →Primary determination based on athletic achievement and contributions to soccer
How to Apply
KLM Soccer Club
KLM Soccer Scholarships
Award Amount
$500
Awards
2 (M & F)
Deadline
May
KLM Soccer Club is a non-profit youth soccer club in central Vancouver offering programs for girls and boys aged 3–17. Each year, the KLM Board awards a $500 scholarship to one successful male and one female applicant. The club is organized and operated mainly by volunteers and strives to keep fees modest and include all irrespective of ability to pay.
✓Eligibility Requirements
- →Played for KLM during the calendar year of application
- →Demonstrated good citizenship, character, and leadership
- →Shown contributions through volunteering for the club or community
- →Going directly from Grade 12 to university or post-secondary institution
- →Institution must be approved by KLM Board
How to Apply
Lower Island Soccer Association
LISA Scholarships
Award Amount
Varies
Awards
Multiple
Deadline
May 31
Lower Island Soccer Association offers scholarships to graduating Grade 12 students from the Greater Victoria area who are proceeding to post-secondary education. The association recognizes student-athletes who have demonstrated excellence both on the field and in their communities. Scholarships are conditional upon proof of enrollment in an accredited post-secondary institution.
✓Eligibility Requirements
- →Proceeding from Grade 12 to university or post-secondary institution approved by LISA
- →Involvement as player, official, or volunteer in LISA programs
- →Demonstrated good citizenship, character, and leadership
- →Active community involvement and contributions to soccer
- →Funds held until September 30 following award year if not enrolled
How to Apply
BC Soccer Referees' Association
Dan Kulai-Jack Tinnion Memorial Scholarship
Award Amount
$1,000
Awards
1 + $500 Bursary
Deadline
TBA
The BC Soccer Referees' Association annually awards the Dan Kulai-Jack Tinnion Memorial Scholarship (valued at $1,000) to a registered referee graduating from Grade 12. Additionally, a $500 bursary is available for BC Soccer-registered referees already enrolled in post-secondary education. These awards recognize the dedication and contributions of young referees to the game.
✓Eligibility Requirements
- →BC Soccer-registered referee
- →Graduating Grade 12 student (for $1,000 scholarship)
- →OR currently enrolled in post-secondary (for $500 bursary)
- →Active involvement in refereeing soccer matches
- →Demonstrated commitment to officiating excellence
How to Apply
Metro Women's Soccer League
MWSL Scholarship Program
Award Amount
$1,000
Awards
3 Annually
Deadline
February 24
The Metro Women's Soccer League awards 3 scholarships of $1,000 each to women who are registered and active players, coaches, or managers with MWSL and are pursuing post-secondary education in British Columbia. The scholarship recognizes soccer proficiency, academic achievement, and contributions to the game. Winter 2025-2026 Recipients: Emi Marsden (Fusion FC), Ziyanna Vallani (Burnaby FC), Joanna Gemmell (Tzeachten Chilliwack United).
✓Eligibility Requirements
- →Women only may apply
- →Currently registered and active player, coach, or manager with MWSL
- →Completed a minimum of one year of full-time post-secondary studies
- →Attending a post-secondary institution in British Columbia
- →Minimum scholastic standing of C+
- →Canadian Citizen or Landed Immigrant
- →Must supply a covering letter and copy of current year tuition receipt
- →Applications must be received by mail — email submissions not accepted
How to Apply
Vancouver Island Soccer Referees' Association
VISRA Referee Scholarship
Award Amount
$250
Awards
1 Annually
Deadline
TBA
The Vancouver Island Soccer Referees' Association (VISRA) annually awards a $250 scholarship to a graduating referee who has demonstrated dedication to officiating on Vancouver Island. This scholarship recognizes the important role that referees play in youth soccer and supports their continued education.
✓Eligibility Requirements
- →Registered referee with VISRA
- →Graduating Grade 12 student
- →Active involvement in refereeing matches on Vancouver Island
- →Proceeding to post-secondary education
How to Apply
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