Burlsworth scholars

Brandon Burlsworth began his Razorback football career as a walk-on, but earned a scholarship and then a starting position on the team's offensive line. By his senior year he was a team captain, as well as a
consensus All-American. He was the first UA football player to complete his master's degree before playing his final game, and he capped his career with the 63rd overall draft pick by the Indianapolis Colts. 

Each year $5,000 scholarships are awarded to up to 18 students who are characterized as academic overachievers. Like Brandon Burlsworth. these are students primarily from smaller towns. who did not receive much attention when they arrived on campus as freshmen, but who have, through hard work, perseverance and character become academic "stars".

In addition, one Razorback football player, who began his career as a walk-on, is honored as the year's HONORARY Burlsworth Athletic Scholar. Students are selected by the University of Arkansas Scholarship Committee. Members of the Burlsworth family and the Brandon Burlsworth Foundation Board of Directors travel to Fayetteville to recognize these outstanding students during a home Razorback football game.