UMPS CARE Charities, the charitable arm of Major League Baseball's umpires, awards its All-Star College Scholarship to students age 21 or younger who were adopted or exited foster care to permanent guardianship at or after age 13. The award provides up to $10,000 per year toward tuition, books, and college expenses, renewable up to four years (max $40,000), and requires a minimum 2.5 GPA plus demonstrated financial need shown via FAFSA. The application includes four short-answer essays and three letters of recommendation. Recipients also receive ongoing mentorship from MLB umpires and their families. The 2026 cycle is closed, with recipients notified in July 2026; a 2027 interest form is open on the site.
Eligibility
DemographicsAdopted/guardianship youth from foster care, at or after age 13
Applying
Up to $10,000/year, renewable up to four years.