Academic success is a high priority at the Vero Beach Karate Association. Students are encouraged to work for academic excellence. While the martial arts is the center of what we do at the Vero Beach Karate Association, we learned many years ago that it could also be a vehicle to enrich people’s lives through character building and personal development activities.
Scholarship Details
- Available to graduating VBKA Black Belt students pursuing higher education
- First Degree Black Belts may receive scholarships of up to $1,000
- Second Degree Black Belts may receive scholarships of up to $2,000
- Third Degree Black Belts may receive scholarships of up to $3,000
- Scholarship funds support students continuing their education after high school
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a graduating high school senior
- Must have earned a Black Belt through the Vero Beach Karate Association
- Must plan to attend a college or other eligible postsecondary institution
- Scholarship amount is based on the student's highest Black Belt rank achieved through VBKA
Application Process
- Meet all graduation requirements and earn a qualifying Black Belt rank through the Vero Beach Karate Association.
- Notify VBKA of your plans to attend college after graduation.
- Complete any scholarship application materials required by VBKA.
- Provide any requested documentation verifying postsecondary enrollment.
- Submit all required materials by the deadline established by the Vero Beach Karate Association.
- Monitor communications regarding scholarship awards and disbursement.
We have carefully developed a variety of worthwhile and fulfilling activities, and these “enrichment” activities distinguish VBKA from many other martial arts schools. In total, VBKA has awarded graduating Black Belt seniors nearly $325,000 in college scholarships.
