Aviation scholarships are a great way to fund your education and achieve your career goals. There are many opportunities available for students interested in aviation including scholarships offered by aviation organizations, universities, and private foundations. With a little research and effort, you can find the perfect scholarship to help you pursue your dreams in the industry.
OBAP Scholarships
Application Deadline: September 30, 2024
Figure 1 Foundation Scholarships
Application Deadline: September 30, 2024
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Scholarships
Application Deadline: December 31, 2024
International Society of Women Airline Pilots Scholarships
Application Deadline: November 1, 2024
WAI Scholarships
Application Deadline: October 11, 2024https://www.wai.org/scholarships
Aviation Safety Management Scholarship
Application Deadline: December 31, 2024
Scholarship. Stipend. Internship. Career.
Build Your Future With SMART
Application Deadline: December 6, 2024
RACCA -Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association Scholarships
Application Deadline: October 15, 2024
Dan L. Meisinger Sr. Memorial Learn To Fly Scholarship
Application Deadline: November 29, 2024
https://www.nata.aero/scholarships/dan-l-meisinger-sr-memorial-learn-to-fly-scholarship
WISE (Women in STEM Excel) Scholarship
(Washington State Residents)
Application Deadline: December 13, 2024
The LeRoy W. Homer Jr. Foundation Flight Training Scholarship 2025
Application Deadline: January 31, 2025
The (NATA) National Air Transportation Association Business Scholarship
Application Deadline:
December 27, 2024
https://www.nata.aero/scholarships/nata-business-scholarship
Make-A-Pilot Aviation Scholarship - Ages 15-25
Application Deadline: September 25, 2024https://make-a-pilot.org/scholarship-requirements#600d93e4-1230-4d0d-9484-6e33b444a104
Sling Pilot Academy Scholarship
Application Deadline:
Epic Flight Academy Aviation High School Scholarship
Application Deadline:
October 1, 2024https://epicflightacademy.com/aviation-scholarship/
The (NATA) National Air Transportation Foundation Established The Pioneers Of Flight Scholarship
Application Deadline:
December 27, 2024
Tuskegee NEXT Cadet Scholarship - Earn Private Pilot License FREE
Ages 18-21
Application Deadline: December 31, 2024https://www.tuskegeenext.org/tuskegee-next-apply
AIR T. INC Aviation and Aerospace Minority Scholarship
Application Deadline:
Leadership Conference Scholarship
Application Deadline: November 17 , 2024
https://nbaa.org/professional-development/scholarships/leadership-conference-scholarship/
New Mexico Agricultural Aviation Association Scholarships
Tuskegee NEXT Cadet Fellowship Program
Ages 21-25
Application Deadline: December 31, 2024https://www.tuskegeenext.org/fellowship-program
Red Tail Flight Academy Scholarship
WTS Foundation Scholarships
Application Deadline: December 16, 2024
https://www.wtsinternational.org/wts-foundation/scholarships
The SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program
NBAA AMT Maintenance Scholarships
Application Deadline: December 16, 2024
https://nbaa.org/professional-development/scholarships/amt-maintenance-scholarships/
International Society of Women Airline Pilots
Scholarships
NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Training Scholarship
Application Deadline:
November 4, 2024
https://nbaa.org/professional-development/scholarships/schedulers-dispatchers-training-scholarship/
2025 AOPA FOUNDATION AVIATION SCHOLARSHIP!
Scholarships range from $2,500 to $14,000 and support primary flight training, advanced ratings/certificates, aviation maintenance, and more
Application Deadline: February 7, 2025
https://www.aopa.org/training-and-safety/students/aopa-flight-training-scholarships
Able Flight Scholarship - For Individuals With Certain Disabilities
NBAA Schedulers and Dispatchers Monetary Scholarship
Application Deadline:
November 4, 2024
https://nbaa.org/professional-development/scholarships/schedulers-dispatchers-monetary-scholarship/
King Schools NAFI Scholarship - CFI
receive a valuable scholarship to further your education and training.
Application Deadline: January 3, 2025
https://kingschools.com/king-schools-nafi-scholarship-information
Hampton University Scholarships
Arizona Pilots Association Scholarship Program
Application Deadline: October 31, 2024https://azpilots.org/pilot-info/scholarship-program
Professional Women Controllers, Inc. Scholarships
Application Deadline:
September 30, 2024https://www.pwcinc.org/pwc-scholarship-
The Brier Foundation Scholarships
Application Deadline: Unknown
ARMY ROTC SCHOLARSHIPS
Application Deadline:
Varies
https://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/find-your-path/army-officers/rotc/scholarships
South County Airport Pilots Association Scholarship
Application Deadline: October 4, 2024https://scpilots.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/SCAPAScholarship2024.pdf
Whirly-Girls 2025 Scholarships
Application Deadline:
October 1, 2024https://whirlygirls.org/current-scholarship-offerings/
Northwest Data Solutions Aviation Safety Management Scholarship
Application Deadline: December 31, 2024
(AFROTC) U. S AIR FORCE ROTC SCHOLARSHIPS
Sisters of the Skies / United Aviate Academy Scholarship
ICAS Foundation’s Scholarships
UNCF Scholarships
MARINR CORPS SCHOLARSHIPS
Application Deadline:
Varies
https://www.marines.com/become-a-marine/process-to-join/become-an-officer.html
Southern California Aviation Association
Application Deadline: October 15, 2024https://scaa.memberlodge.com/scholarships_awards
Bremerton Pilots Association Youth Aviation Scholarship
Wings Over America Scholarship
Lyons Aviation Scholarship
CABA Foundation Scholarships
Application Deadline: December 31, 2024https://mycaba.org/scholarships
Judith Resnik Memorial Scholarship Award
Application Deadline:
December 31, 2024https://americanflyers.com/resources/financing/judith-resnik-memorial-scholarship/
Medical Student Scholarships
(Opens 10/21/24)
(EAA)
Aviation Scholarships
The Flight Path Museum Aviation Scholarship
VAI Scholarships Helicopter/Maintenance
HBCU Week x The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative Scholarships
The Astronaut Scholarship Foundation
Application Deadline:
https://www.astronautscholarship.org/programs/astronaut-scholarship/
Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) Scholarship
Application Deadline:
Varies
CAP CADET Curry Uniform Voucher
Application Deadline: Unknown
https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/programs/cadets/newcadet/curryuniform
College Student Pre-Commissioning Initiative (CSPI) Scholarship Program United States Coast Guard
Fisher House Foundation Scholarships For Military Children and Spouses
CADET Encampment Assistance Program
Application Deadline: Unknown
https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/programs/cadets/newcadet/ceap