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  • AIAA Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship Program
    Up to $10,000
    January 31
    Sponsor: American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics

    Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and have completed at least one semester or quarter of college work with a minimum 3.3 GPA. Applicants must plan to enter a career in science or engineering related to the technical activities of the AIAA. Applicants must be AIAA student members in good standing to apply. Selection is based on scholarship, career goals, recommendations and extracurricular activities.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    12700 Sunrise Valley Drive
    Suite 200
    Reston, VA 20191-5807

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  • Arch J. Dewey Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund
    Varies
    December 9
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley

    Eligibility: Applicants must be students entering the field of aviation. Students must attend an accredited post-secondary institution during the next school year on a full-time basis. Applicants must reside in Dekalb, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendal, LaSalle or Will County. A transcript, SAT or ACT scores, the Expected Family Contribution and recommendation letters are required.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    P.O. Box 4786
    Aurora, IL 60507

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  • Aviation Distributors and Manufacturers Association Scholarship Program
    Varies
    April 22
    Sponsor: Aviation Distributors and Manufacturers Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be third- or fourth-year students enrolled at an accredited four-year institution of higher learning and working towards the Bachelor of Science (BS) in aviation management or professional piloting, or must be second-year A&P mechanic students enrolled in an accredited two-year program. They must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Selection is based on academic achievement, recommendation letters, extracurricular activities, leadership skills and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, two recommendation letters, a transcript and a personal statement are required.

    100 North 20th Street
    Suite 400
    Philadelphia, PA 19103-1462

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  • Aviation Insurance Association Education Foundation Scholarship
    $2,500
    Contact sponsor to confirm deadline
    Sponsor: Aviation Insurance Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in aviation at a school that is a member of the University Aviation Association (UAA). They must have completed at least 45 units of coursework in their degree program, 15 or more of which must be for aviation courses. They must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Students must also currently be an intern or recently have completed an internship program within the aviation insurance industry in one of the following areas: agent/broker, underwriter, claims professional or attorney. Awards are given in the spring and fall.

    How to apply: Applications are available online. Five sets of the following items are required: application form, personal statement, transcript, one letter of recommendation and any FAA certificates (if applicable).

    7200 W. 75th Street
    Overland Park, KS 66204

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  • Betty E. and Curt DeBaun Jr. Avation Scholarship Fund
    Varies
    August 30
    Sponsor: Wabash Valley Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be students who are Vigo County residents and are seeking a degree or career in the aviation field.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    200 South 8th Street
    Terre Haute, IN 47807

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  • Captain Earle Worley Scholarship
    $2,000
    March 7
    Sponsor: Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond

    Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of public or private high schools in Virginia who plan to enroll in an accredited two-year or four-year public or private high school in Virginia, the following academic year. Students must be planning to study aeronautics, aerospace, aviation or related engineering.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    3409 Moore Street
    Richmond, VA 23230

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  • Clay Lacy Professional Pilot Scholarship
    Up to $12,500
    November; May
    Sponsor: Clay Lacy

    Eligibility: Applicants must attend a professional pilot program at the University of North Dakota to earn a degree as a professional pilot. Applicants must meet FAA licensing criteria and must already have their private pilot's license. Applicants must be involved in school and community activities as well as aviation, show financial need and be a member of EAA or be recommended by an EAA member.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    7435 Valjean Avenue
    Van Nuys, CA 91406

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  • Daedalian Foundation Scholarship Program
    Varies
    June 1
    Sponsor: Daedalian Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be rising or current undergraduates attending a four-year institution and must have a demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in military aviation. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.

    How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form and applicant photo are required.

    P.O. Box 249
    Randolph AFB, TX 78148

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  • Dan L. Meisinger Sr. Memorial Learn to Fly Scholarship
    $2,500
    Last Friday in November
    Sponsor: National Air Transportation Foundation Meisinger Scholarship

    Eligibility: Applicants must be college students enrolled in an aviation program with a B or better GPA and residents of Kansas, Missouri or Illinois will be given preference. Students should be recommended by an aviation professional; independent applications are also considered.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    818 Connecticut Avenue NW
    Suite 900
    Washington, DC 20006

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  • David Arver Memorial Scholarship
    $1,000
    April 1
    Sponsor: Aircraft Electronics Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.

    How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information.

    3570 NE Ralph Powell Road
    Lee's Summit, MO 64064

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  • Dream to Fly: Jeff Cheng Memorial Scholarship
    Varies
    March 17
    Sponsor: Alaska Community Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be Alaskan residents who are high school graduates or GED holders. Students must dream to fly as professional pilots. Preference will be given to the students of underrepresented groups in the Alaska Aviation community.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    3201 C Street
    Suite 110
    Anchorage, AK 99503

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  • Dutch and Ginger Arver Scholarship
    $1,000
    April 1
    Sponsor: Aircraft Electronics Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in avionics or aircraft repair.

    How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information.

    3570 NE Ralph Powell Road
    Lee's Summit, MO 64064

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  • Field Aviation Co., Inc. Scholarship
    $1,000
    April 4
    Sponsor: Aircraft Electronics Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program in Canada.

    How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information.

    3570 NE Ralph Powell Road
    Lee's Summit, MO 64064

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  • Frank G. Brewer Civil Air Patrol Memorial Aerospace Award
    Varies
    January 15
    Sponsor: Civil Air Patrol

    Eligibility: Four categories of this award are available each with different eligibility criteria. Category 1 requires applicants to have earned the Billy Mitchel Award. Category 2 requires applicants to have earned the Yeager Award. Category 3 requires applicants to have made noteworthy aerospace achievement over a continuous period of up to 10 years. Category 4 is for aerospace contributors who have performed a noteworthy aerospace achievement or made significant contributions to the aerospace field for over 20 years.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    105 South Hansell Street
    Building 714
    Maxwell AFB, AL 36112-6332

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  • Full-Time Employee Student Scholarship
    $5,000 - $15,000
    May 1
    Sponsor: Air Traffic Control Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time employees enrolled in advanced study programs to improve their skills in air traffic control or an aviation discipline.

    How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, two letters of reference, academic transcripts, an essay and answers to career and leadership questions are required.

    225 Reinekers Lane
    Suite 400
    Alexandria, VA 22314

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  • Garmin Scholarship
    $2,000
    April 1
    Sponsor: Aircraft Electronics Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    3570 NE Ralph Powell Road
    Lee's Summit, MO 64064

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  • General Fred Michel Memorial Scholarship
    Varies
    March 31
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of Northern Nevada

    Eligibility: Applicants must be seniors graduating from a northern Nevada high school or are enrolled in or accepted to an accredited institution of higher education who are pursuing or plan to pursue a degree in a field related to aviation. Students must have a minimum 2.75 GPA and demonstrate strong evidence of interest in aviation as a career. Applicants must agree to maintain a minimum 2.5 grade point average and provide a copy of unofficial transcripts at the end of each semester they are receiving a scholarship.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    50 Washington Street
    Suite 300
    Reno, NV 89503

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  • James L. Shriver Scholarship
    Varies
    February 28
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts

    Eligibility: Applicants must attend a U.S. college or university part-time or full-time. Application forms, transcripts and Student Aid Reports are required. Selection is based on financial need and academic merit. Applicants must live in Hampden, Hampshire, or Franklin counties.

    How to apply: Applications are available online and by phone.

    1500 Main Street
    P.O. Box 15769
    Springfield, MA 01115

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  • John R. Lillard VAOC Scholarship
    $3,000
    March 1
    Sponsor: Virginia Department of Aviation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be Virginia high school seniors who have an unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher. They must be accepted into or enrolled in an aviation-related program at an accredited postsecondary institution and must have plans to pursue a career in aviation. Selection is based on academic merit, personal essay, leadership skills and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, personal essay, official transcript, verification of college acceptance or enrollment, list of extracurricular activities and up to three recommendation letters are required.

    VAOC Scholarship
    Attn: Betty Wilson
    5702 Gulfstream Road
    Richmond, VA 23250-2422

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  • Johnny Davis Memorial Scholarship
    $1,000
    April 1
    Sponsor: Aircraft Electronics Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.

    How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information.

    3570 NE Ralph Powell Road
    Lee's Summit, MO 64064

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  • Language Grants
    Varies
    December 30
    Sponsor: Blakemore Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States at or near an advanced level in one of the languages listed above, having completed (at minimum) the equivalent of third-year college-level language classes. Students must have received (at minimum) a bachelor's degree.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    701 Fifth Avenue
    Suite 4200
    Seattle, WA 98104

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  • Lawrence C. Fortier Memorial Scholarship
    $5,000 - $15,000
    May 1
    Sponsor: Air Traffic Control Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled half- to full-time in a program leading to a bachelor's degree or higher in an aviation-related course of study.

    How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, two letters of reference, academic transcripts, an essay and answers to leadership and career questions are required.

    225 Reinekers Lane
    Suite 400
    Alexandria, VA 22314

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  • Lee Tarbox Memorial Scholarship
    $2,500
    April 1
    Sponsor: Aircraft Electronics Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.

    How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information.

    3570 NE Ralph Powell Road
    Lee's Summit, MO 64064

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  • MAPA Safety Foundation Scholarship
    Varies
    August 15
    Sponsor: Mooney Aircraft Pilot Association (MAPA)

    Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled and have completed 50 percent of a qualifying course of study. Application requires a 250-word essay of how current study will contribute to general aviation safety.

    How to apply: Request application by mail.

    Safety Foundation
    P.O. 460607
    San Antonio, TX 78246

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  • Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics Scholarship
    $1,000
    April 1
    Sponsor: Aircraft Electronics Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program.

    How to apply: Applications are available by contacting the organization for more information.

    3570 NE Ralph Powell Road
    Lee's Summit, MO 64064

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  • Monte Mitchell Scholarship
    At least $1,500
    February 1
    Sponsor: Aircraft Electronics Association

    Eligibility: Award recognizes an AEA member employee for their pursuit of professional development and exemplary job performance. This scholarship will cover full registration, travel and hotel expenses for the AEA convention.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    3570 NE Ralph Powell Road
    Lee's Summit, MO 64064

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  • National Aviation Explorer Scholarships
    $5,000-$10,000
    April 30
    Sponsor: Explorers Learning for Life

    Eligibility: Students must be active members of an Aviation Explorer post. Applicants must submit an essay and three letters of recommendation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    1325 West Walnut Hill Lane
    P.O. Box 152225
    Irving, TX 75015-2225

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  • National Gay Pilots Association Scholarships
    Varies
    July 31
    Sponsor: National Gay Pilots Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be NGPA members at the time of application. Students must be pursuing a career in aviation. Selection is based on various criteria which may include financial need, leadership opportunities, academic performance, involvement in the LGBTQ community and quality of the application essays. Scholarships are not awarded on the basis of an individual’s gender identity, gender expression or sexual orientation.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    4931 West 35th Street
    Suite 200
    St. Louis Park, MN 55416

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  • Paul Lawson Memorial Aviation Scholarship
    Varies
    April 30
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of Washington County MD

    Eligibility: Applicants must be deserving students from Maryland and West Virginia, between the ages of 15-25, pursuing aviation lessons.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    37 S. Potomac Street
    Hagerstown, MD 21740

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  • Pioneers of Flight
    $1,000
    Last Friday in December
    Sponsor: National Air Transportation Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time students at an accredited four-year institution, be sophomores or juniors at the time of application and plan to pursue a career in aviation. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    Pioneers of Flight Scholarship Program, Attn.: Professor Gregory Schwab, Chair
    Department of Aerospace Technology, TC 216
    Indiana State University
    Terre Haute, IN 47809

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  • Thomas J. Bowers Aviation Scholarship Fund
    Varies
    Contact sponsor to confirm deadline
    Sponsor: Community Foundation of Washington County MD

    Eligibility: Applicants must be deserving Washington County students who are active members of the Civil Air Patrol and express a desire to pursue a degree in an aviation-related field.

    How to apply: Applications are available online.

    37 S. Potomac Street
    Hagerstown, MD 21740

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  • Tuskegee Airmen Scholarship Foundation Scholarships
    $1,500
    January 27
    Sponsor: Tuskegee Airmen Scholarship Foundation

    Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors who have a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a four-point scale. They must have a demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in aerospace research, aerospace engineering, aviation or engineering technology. Selection is based on academic merit, extracurricular activities, character and financial need.

    How to apply: Applications are available by request from the student's local Tuskegee Airmen chapter. An application form, two essays and family income verification are required.

    1816 S. Figueroa Street
    Suite #L5
    Los Angeles, CA 90015

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  • Tweet Coleman Aviation Scholarship
    Varies
    April 30
    Sponsor: American Association of University Women - Honolulu Branch

    Eligibility: Applicants must be a female living in Hawaii (only residence is Hawaii) or stationed in Hawaii with the military. Applicants must also be a college graduate (associate degree or higher) or currently enrolled in a college or university in Hawaii. Students must be working on an FAA Pilot Certificate and possess an FAA "Solo Flight" endorsement.

    How to apply: Applications are available by online request. An application form and supporting materials are required.

    P.O. Box 22331
    Honolulu, HI 96823-2331

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  • UAA Janice K. Barden Aviation Scholarship
    $1,000
    March 5
    Sponsor: National Business Aviation Association

    Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens who are studying a subject that is related to aviation. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.

    How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, personal essay, transcript, resume and one recommendation letter are required.

    1200 G Street NW
    Suite 1100
    Washington, DC 20005

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