student-athlete
UK: ˈstjuːdnt ˈæθliːt | US: ˈstuːdnt ˈæθliːt
n. a person who is both a full-time student and a competitive athlete, typically at a school or university.
The term "student-athlete" is a compound noun formed by combining "student" (from Latin studēre, meaning "to study") and "athlete" (from Greek athlētēs, meaning "contestant"). It emerged in the 20th century, particularly in the context of American collegiate sports, to emphasize the dual role of individuals who balance academic and athletic commitments. The hyphenated form underscores the equal importance of both identities.
The university offers scholarships for talented student-athletes.
Balancing coursework and training is a challenge for every student-athlete.
She excelled as a student-athlete, maintaining a 4.0 GPA while competing nationally.
NCAA regulations protect the academic rights of student-athletes.
Many professional athletes began their careers as student-athletes.