Scholarship

Scholarships & Financial Aid

SSCV is committed to making our programs accessible to families. Our scholarship program can cover up to 100% of program fees based on financial need and level of participation. For the 2026–2027 season, SSCV offers two types of scholarships. Explore the options below to determine the best fit for your family.

SSCV Guaranteed Scholarship

This scholarship is available to local SSCV families (Eagle, Summit and Lake County residents). It is an award that is guaranteed if your family fits into the following income brackets after we have verified the information on your 2025 1040 tax return. A maximum award of up to 25% of program fees is possible.

Please apply for this scholarship through Clarity, our online application platform. Upload the required documents, and once your tax information has been verified and the filing address on your tax documents is confirmed to be within one of the three eligible counties, the applicable award amount will be applied to your account.

Applications will be reviewed on a periodic basis beginning after May 15, 2026. The final deadline to apply is October 1, 2026.

Start Your Application

SSCV Comprehensive Scholarship

Overview

  • Supports up to 100% of program fees, based on financial need.

Eligibility

  • Available to SSCV athletes
  • Not available for postgraduate athletes (with limited exceptions)
  • Not available for athletes living with host families

Application Requirements

  • Application must be submitted through Clarity
  • Tax verification is required
  • Divorced parents must submit financial information from both households unless one parent has sole legal and physical custody

What We Consider

  • We look beyond program fees and consider the full cost of participation, including equipment, passes, travel, and camps.

Important Note

  • Scholarship awards are not guaranteed and are based on financial need and available funding.

2026–2027 Scholarship Application Timeline

All applications are submitted through Clarity, an independent platform used to assess financial need.

Key Dates

  • Round 1 Deadline: May 15, 2026
  • Round 2 Deadline: October 1, 2026

Important Notes

  • Priority funding is given to Round 1 applicants
  • Applications are not reviewed until the most recent tax returns are filed
  • Fall applicants may be required to make program payments prior to award notification
  • Applications will not be considered unless completed through Clarity
  • Scholarship decisions are typically shared 6–8 weeks after the deadline

Step 1 — Create Your Account

Create Your Clarity Account

Step 2 — Start Your Application

Begin your application and select “Ski & Snowboard Club Vail” as your athlete’s club.

You can save your progress and return at any time.

Start Your Application

Step 3 — Enter Financial Information

Enter your financial information, review your application, and submit the required $65 Clarity application fee. This step determines your estimated family contribution and eligibility for support.

Step 4 — Complete Tax Verification (U.S. Taxpayers Only)

Authorize Clarity to access your tax documents through the IRS.

  • This is a secure, one-time verification process
  • Required to protect your personal information
  • Two options available: Clarity or IRS

Recommendation:
The IRS option is faster, often completing within 24 hours.

Having an IRS.gov account set up beforehand will make this step easier.

Step 5 — Upload Documents

After submitting your application, return to your dashboard to upload supporting documents.

Required documents:

  • Tax returns from the past 2 years (including all schedules)
  • Corporate tax returns (if applicable)
  • Most recent W-2s and/or 1099s

Additional documents may be requested later.

Step 6 — Submit by the Deadline

Complete all steps by one of the following deadlines:

  • May 15, 2026
  • October 1, 2026

Need Additional Assistance?

Clarity Support:

SSCV Questions:

Notes For Families

It is the family’s responsibility to make sure that the file is complete. You may verify this by going to the parent portal. Families who do not complete this process with SSS will not be considered for scholarship awards. Families will be notified in writing of the scholarship decisions approximately 6-8 weeks after the deadline.

FAQ

Who should apply for a scholarship?

Any family who feels that program costs may be a barrier to participation is encouraged to apply. Scholarships are designed to support a wide range of financial situations—not just extreme cases—so if you’re unsure, it’s always worth applying.

How much financial aid is available?

Scholarships are available for up to 100% of program fees, depending on demonstrated financial need and available funding.

What factors are considered in the application?

SSCV evaluates several factors including household income, family size, net worth, and the additional costs associated with participation such as travel, equipment, and camps. The goal is to understand the full financial picture.

Does applying for a scholarship impact my athlete’s admission?

No. Scholarship applications are completely separate from the admissions process and have no impact on team placement or acceptance decisions.

Are scholarships available for all programs?

Scholarships are available for most SSCV programs. However, they are generally not available for postgraduate athletes, unless they are long-standing SSCV athletes continuing for a postgraduate year.

Do I need to apply every year?

Yes. Scholarships are awarded on an annual basis, and families must reapply each year to be considered for financial aid.

What is the application process?

All applications are submitted through School and Student Services (SSS). Families complete a financial statement and upload required documents. SSCV then uses this information to determine scholarship awards.