2026 Rudy Keeling Postgraduate Scholarship Application

MOAA is pleased to offer, through the Rudy Keeling Scholarship Fund, one (1) $2,500 postgraduate scholarship to a minority administrator who plans to pursue or is currently pursuing an advanced degree with the intention of furthering his/her administrative pursuits within the intercollegiate athletics industry.

This opportunity is available to current administrators who have a minimum of two (2) years of full-time professional experience in athletics. In order to be considered for the scholarship, an applicant must submit the following: Completed application form, including 500-word personal essay why you are deserving of the scholarship, current resume, and recommendation from a colleague or supervisor within athletics (250-word maximum).

Please send any questions you may have to Cam Trudell at ctrudell@nacda.com . The deadline for applications is April 3, 2026.

Name*

First NameLast Name

Email*

example@example.com

Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Title*

Institution*

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Degree Program to be pursued (i.e. Masters, Ph.D., etc.): *

Major: *

YesNo

If yes, at which institution will you be pursuing postgraduate work? If no, to which institution(s) do you plan to apply for postgraduate admittance?

Please write a PERSONAL STATEMENT about why you are deserving of this scholarship.

500 words max.

Please add a RECOMMENDATION from a colleague or supervisor within athletics

250 words max.

Please upload your RESUME*

Professional Headshot*

2026 Rudy Keeling Postgraduate Scholarship Application

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