The Professional Football Equipment Managers Society (PFEMS) is excited to announce the continuation of its scholarship program aimed at supporting and encouraging undergraduate students pursuing careers in equipment management. Following a remarkably successful previous two years with the scholarship, we are excited to have the opportunity to help emerging student equipment managers. These awards will be set to start in the 2026-2027 academic year, funded through the PFEMS general fund.
Program goals
The primary objective of this scholarship program is to provide financial assistance to current junior and senior undergraduate student managers, while also motivating dedicated and deserving students to pursue their passion for equipment management.
Scholarship award amount
The total distribution amount for 2026–2027 will be in the form of $1,000 scholarships awarded on a one-time basis. In response to the strong pool of candidates last year, the number of scholarships was expanded to eight, and we will maintain that level this season as we seek eight deserving candidates.
Use of scholarship
Scholarship funds may be applied towards any tuition or fees.
Basis of award
The scholarship committee will finalize the selection of scholarship recipients based on a comprehensive review of each applicant's application form, video, and resume.
The scholarships will be awarded primarily based on all of the following:
- experience managing equipment
- academic qualifications
- career aspirations
- projects/accomplishments.
Applicants must be at least rising sophomores, enrolled as full-time students in a four-year college or university.
Applicants must be current student managers actively working in an equipment room.
Previous scholarship recipients are not eligible to apply again, although former applicants may reapply if they still meet the eligibility criteria.
Applications must be submitted in full by January 31st, 2026.