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Pursuit of Excellence Scholarship

Check back in October for your opportunity to apply.

NASM is proud to support the development and professionalization of the health, fitness, performance and sports medicine industry through its higher education initiatives. The ability to deliver quality, innovative, online education programs has been a long-term goal for NASM. Through our collaborative partnership with California University of Pennsylvania, NASM offers the Pursuit of Excellence Scholarship. Award winners of this one-of-a-kind scholarship receive full tuition funding (valued at over $15,000) to be applied toward a Master of Science in Exercise Science and Health Promotion at California University of Pennsylvania – in one of four specific tracks:

  • Wellness and Fitness
  • Performance Enhancement and Injury Prevention
  • Rehabilitation Science
  • Sports Psychology

Pursuit of Excellence in Health and Fitness. NASM and CalU are proud to offer the Pursuit of Excellence in Health and Fitness Award. The award will be presented by NASM to coincide with CalU’s July and January enrollments.


Eligibility Requirements

  • Applicant must have completed a bachelor degree on or before Summer 2009.
  • Applicant must have a cumulative overall GPA of at least 3.0 (based on a 4.0 maximum) for ALL undergraduate and graduate courses to date, to include the Summer of 2009.
  • Applicant must plan to enroll in a master’s degree program track at California University of Pennsylvania (award recipient will not be required to live in Pennsylvania – Program is 100% online).
  • Applicant must confirm his/her intent to pursue a career in the health & fitness industry as his/her primary means of livelihood.

Why you should apply:

Allison Westfahl"Being chosen as a recipient of the Pursuit of Excellence scholarship was the most significant landmark in my career thus far. It  enabled me to pursue a master's degree in the field of Exercise Science without any financial hardship, but more importantly it took me to the next level in my career as a personal trainer. After twelve challenging and rewarding months studying at California University of Pennsylvania, I can proudly say that my knowledge of physiology, kinesiology, and nutrition is a valued commodity for myself and my clients.  NASM has created the perfect award program!"

—Allison Westfahl, MS, 2008 Recipient, Pursuit of Excellence Scholarship

Jason Morgan"The Pursuit of Excellence Scholarship has had a huge impact on my professional career. The award allowed me to get my Master's degree while still working a full time job as an Athletic Trainer. Since completing my degree, I've been working as a Head Athletic Trainer. Overall, the program was great! I would recommend this to any of my colleagues."

—Jason Morgan, MS, ATC; 2007 Recipient, Pursuit of Excellence Scholarship