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✓ LIONEL UNIVERSITY • MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Frederick C. Hatfield Memorial Scholarship

Honoring the legacy of Lionel University co-founder, world champion powerlifter, and educator Frederick C. Hatfield, PhD.

🎓 One recipient each year receives a scholarship covering the full cost of tuition* for the Lionel University Master Degree program.

Frederick C. Hatfield Memorial Scholarship

About Frederick Hatfield

Frederick C. Hatfield, PhD, was co-founder of Lionel University, formerly known as the International Sports Sciences Association, and a world champion powerlifter.

He embodied the qualities we look for in our students. To honor his memory, Lionel University created the Frederick C. Hatfield Memorial Scholarship, which is awarded to one applicant each year.

 

Scholarship Award

Full Tuition Scholarship*

The Frederick C. Hatfield Memorial Scholarship covers the full cost of tuition* for the Lionel University Master Degree program and is awarded to one applicant each year.

Important Deadline

Applications for students starting in 2027 are due September 13, 2027.

Scholarship Award

Up to $19,800 in Tuition

Scholarship recipients will have their tuition covered for Lionel University’s Master of Science in Exercise Science degree program, up to a $19,800 value.

 

Eligibility

✓ Be at least 18 years old

✓ Be a U.S. resident

✓ Have a passion for fitness and for helping people live a healthy, positive, active lifestyle

✓ Have applied to Lionel University’s Master’s Degree in Exercise Science program

✓ Complete the scholarship application

✓ Provide two letters of recommendation

✓ Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) →
Lionel school code: 042434

Scholarship Requirements

✓ Maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher

✓ Earn at least two-thirds of credits attempted

✓ Abide by Student Conduct and Academic Honesty policies

Scholarship Application

Apply for the Frederick Hatfield Scholarship

Ready to take the next step? Complete the Frederick C. Hatfield Memorial Scholarship application and submit all required materials before the application deadline.

 

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