Students accepted into the Walk-On Pathway are viewed as provisional scholars who are actively demonstrating readiness for full membership through their daily actions.

What We Offer

What Sets Us Apart

The Unique Scholars Institute is designed to stretch you — academically, physically, emotionally, and mentally.That stretching is intentional and demanded, understanding growth requires commitment and courage.

People-First Approach

The Unique Scholars Institute exists to develop disciplined, high-character, academically capable, mentally resilient, and physically prepared student-athletes who are equipped to thrive in school, in sport, in community, and in life.

Reliability You Can Count On

The Unique Scholars Institute operates through interconnected departments: Academic, Athletic Performance, Mental Wellness & Character, Leadership & Life Skills, Accountability & Standards, Community Service & Outreach, Family Engagement & Communication, and more

A Focus on Quality

To empower student-athletes through structured academic development, elite athletic training, intentional mentorship, mental wellness programming, leadership cultivation, and community service so they become disciplined scholars, accountable leaders, and positive contributors to society.

Proven Process, Flexible Execution

The Unique Scholars Institute exists to develop student-athletes who demonstrate excellence in academics, athletics, mental wellness, character, leadership, and community engagement.

Unique Scholars Institue

WALK-ON PROGRAM PLANS

FALL WALK-ON PROGRAM
$680.00
For 4 months
$205.00
For 12 weeks

PAY AS YOU GO ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS To be considered for the Walk-On Scholarship Pathway, students must: Be enrolled in middle school or high school Express interest in becoming a future student-athlete within Beyond the Game Athletics Complete the Walk-On Application & Entry Assessment Submit academic records (most recent report card or progress report) Attend a Walk-On Orientation Session with a parent/guardian Commit to purchasing the required Panther Pack There is no tryout fees

✓ Academic support programming
✓ Beyond the Game Athletics training sessions
✓ The Beyond Breakfast Foundation mentorship activities
✓ Journaling and reflection
✓ Community service projects
SPRING WALK-ON PROGRAM
$680.00
For 4 months
$205.00
For 12 weeks

PAY AS YOU GO ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS To be considered for the Walk-On Scholarship Pathway, students must: Be enrolled in middle school or high school Express interest in becoming a future student-athlete within Beyond the Game Athletics Complete the Walk-On Application & Entry Assessment Submit academic records (most recent report card or progress report) Attend a Walk-On Orientation Session with a parent/guardian Commit to purchasing the required Panther Pack There is no tryout fees

✓ Beyond the Game Athletics training sessions
✓ Academic support programming
✓ The Beyond Breakfast Foundation mentorship activities
✓ Journaling and reflection
✓ Community service projects
SUMMER WALK-ON PROGRAM
$680.00
For 4 months
$205.00
For 12 weeks

PAY AS YOU GO ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS To be considered for the Walk-On Scholarship Pathway, students must: Be enrolled in middle school or high school Express interest in becoming a future student-athlete within Beyond the Game Athletics Complete the Walk-On Application & Entry Assessment Submit academic records (most recent report card or progress report) Attend a Walk-On Orientation Session with a parent/guardian Commit to purchasing the required Panther Pack There is no tryout fees

✓ Beyond the Game Athletics training sessions
✓ Academic support programming
✓ The Beyond Breakfast Foundation mentorship activities
✓ Journaling and reflection
✓ Community service projects

  • "Financially, we were concerned about affording a structured program like this. The Walk-On opportunity gave my child a chance to earn their place. Purchasing the Panther Pack was just the beginning. They had to maintain attendance, effort, and behavior. When they earned their scholarship placement, it meant more because they worked for it. That experience taught my child responsibility in a way money never could."

    —Parent Testimonial

  • "I am a scholarship student through the Walk-On pathway. When someone sponsored my semester, The Unique Scholars Institute matched it. That meant I didn’t just get access — I got support. Because of that sponsorship, I improved my GPA, trained consistently, and participated in mentorship sessions that helped me manage my stress. I now understand that someone believed in me enough to invest in my future. That changes how I show up every day."

    —Scholar Impact

  • "As an instructor, I appreciate the clarity of expectations here. We don’t just tutor — we build literacy foundations. We monitor report cards. We intervene early. We communicate with families. The Institute doesn’t tolerate academic neglect, but it also doesn’t shame students. It builds them. Watching a struggling reader become confident is one of the most rewarding experiences of my career."

    —Instructor Testimonial