Bellevue University will serve as the Official Education Partner for the USL Super League
TAMPA, Fla. – The USL Super League announced today that Bellevue University will serve as the league’s Official Education Partner. Through the partnership, Bellevue University will offer USL Super League players, staff and fans opportunities to further their undergraduate and graduate education.
“I’m thrilled to welcome Bellevue University as an official league partner” said USL Super League President Amanda Vandervort. “This innovative partnership will provide athletes the opportunity to pursue higher education while competing at the highest level of professional soccer in the United States. I look forward to working alongside Dr. Mary Hawkins as we assist our players in reaching their educational goals.”
Since 2021, Bellevue University and the USL have worked together to grant one scholarship annually to a player within each of the USL professional leagues to pursue their undergraduate or graduate degree. The partnership will provide USL Super League players with the flexibility and support they need to further their education while competing as professional athletes.
In addition to providing one full scholarship annually to each professional USL club, Bellevue University offers tuition assistance across the entire USL ecosystem to club and league employees, season ticket members and family members of staff, coaches, and players.
“It’s exciting to partner with the Super League!” said Dr. Hawkins, President of Bellevue University. “These women are making strides and we’re here to support their educational and career goals.”
The United Soccer League also works with Bellevue University on coursework and curriculum integrations, featuring USL guest speakers in the classroom, exploring mentoring, and league-based internship opportunities.
Founded in 1966, Bellevue University is one of the country’s top 20 online universities and has more than 62,000 graduates worldwide. Bellevue University is one of only a few online education institutions with a female president and boasts a student body that is 54% female.
For additional information on Bellevue University and course offerings, please visit www.bellevue.edu.
About Bellevue University
Founded in 1966, Bellevue University is a non-profit university with more than 62,000 graduates worldwide. The University is a recognized national leader in preparing students for lifelong success with career-relevant knowledge and skills, while making college affordable. Routinely ranked among the nation’s top military and accessible institutions, the University serves residential students at its main campus in Bellevue, Nebraska, and everywhere online with more than 80 degree programs uniquely designed for working adults. The University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (hlcommision.org).
About USL Super League:
The USL Super League is a Division One professional women’s soccer league kicking off in August 2024. The USL Super League’s vision is to be a global leader in women’s soccer on and off the field while providing more opportunities for more women in more communities. The inaugural markets are Brooklyn, Carolina, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Fort Lauderdale, Lexington, Spokane, Tampa Bay and Washington, D.C.
The USL Super League will sit at the top the USL’s distinct youth-to-pro women’s pathway. The complete pathway includes the USL W League, the leading pre-professional women’s soccer league in the United States; the USL Academy, an advanced talent-development platform connected to professional and pre-professional USL clubs; and USL Youth, a premier national youth competition.