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Colonel Loren J. and Mrs. Lawona R. Spencer Scholarship Scholarship Sponsor Air Force Association (AFA)
Contact
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1501 Lee Hwy., Arlington, VA 22209 www.afa.org
Usual Deadline
April
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $5,000
Description
This scholarship is made possible through a generous endowment from the Spencer estate. It provides funds to United States Air Force Personnel (officer or enlisted, Air Force civilian, full-time National Guard or full-time Reserve) to pursue graduate level education in management and administration fields in preparation for a senior level leadership role.
Scholarship Criteria
One letter of recommendation from your Air Force supervisor or commander; which includes a character reference, a description of your performance, and an assessment of your potential as an Air Force leader and volunteer. Proof of enrollement or acceptance into a Master’s program at an accredited college or university. A minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 (or equivalent) is required. An essay no greater than 600 words, describing your academic goals and how you expect your degree to enhance your service to the Air Force.
John C. And Blanche Lee Lindsay Memorial Scholarship Scholarship Sponsor Air Force Association (AFA)
Contact
1501 Lee Hwy., Arlington, VA 22209 www.afa.org
Usual Deadline
April
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1)(or more) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $2,500 each
Description
This program was made possible by a bequest from Mrs. Elizabeth L. Lindsay, widow of Lieutenant Colonel John Lindsay, a career Air Force officer stationed at Craig AFB in Selma, Alabama. The scholarship is in memory of their children John C. and Blanche Lee Lindsay who also passed away before Lt Col and Mrs. Lindsay. The scholarship was established for children of members of the United States Air Force who are pursuing a college degree.
A minimum of one scholarship in the amount of $2,500 will be awarded annually. Additional scholarships may be considered and awarded, funds permitting. Applicants who are awarded a scholarship are not eligible for a second award.
Scholarship Criteria
Parent or legal guardian of the applicant must be Active Duty, veteran, or retired service members, reservists, or National Guard members of the United States Air Force. Applicant must: Be pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university; Provide a Statement of Purpose describing how the scholarship will assist in meeting their educational goals; Provide the most current transcript or, if not yet enrolled, proof of acceptance into an accredited college or university; Provide one letter of recommendation from a teacher, professor, counselor, or work/volunteer supervisor. Priority is given to applicants who: a) have at least one parent/guardian who is an AFA member; and b) are majoring in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) field.
Lt. Col. Romeo And Josephine Bass Ferretti Scholarship Scholarship Sponsor Air Force Association (AFA)
Contact 1501 Lee Hwy., Arlington, VA 22209 www.afa.org
Usual Deadline
April
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $5,000
Description
This scholarship is made possible by a bequest from the estate of Lt Col Romeo and Josephine Bass Ferretti and was established for minor dependents of active duty or retired Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, and Space Force enlisted Airmen and Guardians. It is for students pursuing an Undergraduate Degree in the area of science, technology, engineering or math (STEM). The scholarship will be awarded to a student who has graduated from high school in 2022, and who is entering their first year at an accredited university. Once the recipient is selected, the Air Force Association will notify them with a congratulatory email. The recipient’s college or university will receive the check, which can be used for any education related expense.
Scholarship Criteria
A completed application, to include all supporting materials, submitted through the online application system. An essay no greater than 600 words (approx. two pages typed and double spaced) describing your academic achievements and goals. Additionally, state how this scholarship will help you achieve those goals. One letter of recommendation, this letter may be written by a teacher, a supervisor or the director of an organization in which you participate. It must be signed. A copy of your official, high school transcript. Proof of acceptance into an accredited college/university indicating your intended major which must be in one of the STEM fields of study (science, technology, engineering or math). The letter must be on college/university stationery from the admissions office, registrar, or financial aid office. The letter must include a statement of the cost of tuition and fees for the first term of attendance.
Mike & Gail Donley Spouse Scholarships Scholarship Sponsor Air Force Association (AFA)
Contact 1501 Lee Hwy., Arlington, VA 22209 www.afa.org
Usual Deadline
April
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $5,000
Description
Michael Donley was the 22nd Secretary of the Air Force, with more than 30 distinguished years of service in the National Security Community, including service in the Senate, White House, and the Pentagon. Secretary Donley was the longest serving Secretary in Air Force history and an outstanding leader. He and Mrs. Gail Donley have been unwavering champions of our Airmen, airpower, and their families.
Scholarship Criteria
The applicant must be a spouse of Air Force Active Duty, Air National Guard, Air Force Reserve, Space Force, or Department of the Air Force Civilian employee to be eligible. Spouses who are themselves Air or Space Force personnel, or in ROTC, are not eligible. A copy of your most recent official transcript verifying your minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA or higher. The transcript must have your name on it and show that you are enrolled for the minimum number of hours (6 credit hours for undergraduate study and 3 credit hours for graduate study). You must be in a degree program. Certification programs are not eligible. If you are not currently enrolled, then in addition to an official, original transcript, include a letter from your college or university that confirms your intent to carry the required hours next semester. This must be an original letter on college or university stationery from the admissions office or the registrar. If you have no prior college or university course work, include proof of acceptance to an accredited college or university. This must be an original letter on college or university stationery from the admissions office or the registrar. In an essay, describe your academic and career goals and the motivation which led you to this decision. Discuss how Air Force involvement or local community activities in which you are involved will enhance your goals. Two signed letters of recommendation should be character references and descriptions of your performance and potential as a student, employee or volunteer. The two letters must be from different sources. The letters can be from professors, employers or volunteer organizations. You may also request a letter from your local AFA Chapter. Please remember that your uploaded letters must have an ink-signed, legal signature in the signature block.
Pentagon Federal Credit Union Pilot Training Scholarship Scholarship
Sponsor
Air Force Association (AFA)
Contact 1501 Lee Hwy., Arlington, VA 22209 www.afa.org
Usual Deadline
April
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at Up to $10,000
Scholarship Criteria
Applicant must include an essay of not more than 600 words describing how this scholarship and a Private Pilot’s License will assist in achieving their career or educational goals. If the applicant is a current or recent high school, college, or university student, an unofficial transcript is required. Per FAA requirements, the student must be 16 years old to fly solo, and 17 years old to obtain a Private Pilot Certificate. There is no upper age limit. Applicant must use the funds for flight training in 2022. Lessons taken in 2023 will not be reimbursed.
Tailhook Educational Foundation Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor
Tailhook Educational Foundation (TEF)
Contact 9696 Businesspark Ave., San Diego, CA 92131 www.tailhook.net
Usual Deadline
March
Amount(s) Awarded
Scholarship Awards Vary
Scholarship Criteria
Must be an undergraduate student. Must attend a university, or a two-year or four-year college. Must be a U.S. Citizen, study full-time, and be a veteran of the U.S. Navy.
Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor
Air Force Association (AFA)
Contact 1501 Lee Hwy., Arlington, VA 22209 www.afa.org
Usual Deadline
April
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $1,000
Description
This scholarship is made possible by a contribution from Col Conway B. Jones, Jr., in honor of the Tuskegee Airmen; a group of AfricanAmerican airmen who fought in World War II at a time when racial segregation was practiced in the military and much of society in general. Their extraordinary legacy as dauntless trailblazers is captured in the Air Force refrain that challenges souls dreaming of skies to conquer to give us wings, ever to soar. In their spirit, this scholarship is offered to Air and Space Force personnel, and their families, to pursue and conquer their challenges.
Scholarship Criteria
Applicant must include an essay of not more than 600 words describing how this scholarship will assist in achieving their educational goals and how these goals support the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen. One letter of recommendation written by a teacher, a supervisor, a counselor, or the director of an organization in which you participate. If the applicant is a current or recent high school, college, or university student, an unofficial transcript is required. Cumulative GPA must be at least 3.0. Acceptance or enrollment into an accredited college/university, unless pursuing pilot training. A copy of your, your spouse’s, or your parent’s/guardian’s DD214, ndhbgc or proof of military service such as a front and back copy of a military ID card.
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AAAE Women in Aviation Scholarship Scholarship Sponsor
American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE)
601 Madison St., Ste. 400, Alexandria, VA 22314 www.aaae.org
Usual Deadline
February
Amount(s) Awarded
Scholarships Awarded Vary, valued at $3,000-$5,000
Scholarship Criteria
Students are eligible to apply if they are a current college junior, senior or graduate student, enrolled in an aviation program at an accredited two- or four-year college/university in the U.S. or Canada. Applicants must be female and have a minimum cumulative GPA of a 3.5 or higher. Eligibility under this program is not based on AAAE membership. Recipients will be selected based on gender, academic achievements and records, financial need, participation in school and community activities, and submission of a personal statement. Students may only receive a Women in Aviation Scholarship twice (does not have to be consecutive years).
Advanced Mountain Flight Training Scholarship Scholarship
Sponsor
Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D, 207 W. Claredon Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org
Usual Deadline
October
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $5,000
Description
The scholarship gives a deserving Whirly-Girl the skills to cope with turbulence, rugged terrain, and landing zone selection in mountainous and canyon areas, with special emphasis placed on decision making. It also provides the skill needed to fly all sorts of private and commercial helicopter missions that require off-airport landings anywhere in the country.
Scholarship Criteria
The applicant must be a helicopter pilot with at least a private certificate/license. She must be a member in good standing at the time of application submission, award of scholarship, and during scholarship training, and must be active, current on their annual dues.
Airbus Inadvertent Instrument Meteorological Conditions Training Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor
Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D, 207 W. Claredon Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org
Usual Deadline October
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $14,000
Description
Sponsored by Airbus, this scholarship will give a Whirly-Girl the opportunity to attend an AS350 Turbine Transition Course at the Airbus Factory School in Grand Prairie, Texas, USA. This is a 5-day course that provides both ground school and flight training for the AS350.
Scholarship Criteria
The applicant must be a helicopter pilot, with at least a private certificate/license. She must be a member in good standing at the time of application submission, award of scholarship, and during scholarship training, and must be active, current on their annual dues.
Airbus Leadership Grant Scholarship Sponsor
Airbus and Women in Aviation International (WAI)
Contact 3647 State Route 503 S., West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org
Usual Deadline
November
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $5,000
Scholarship Criteria
One scholarship will be awarded to a student at the college level of sophomore year or above, who is pursuing a degree in an aviation related field; Who has achieved a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale); and Who exhibits leadership potential. In addition to WAI requirements, all applicants should submit a 500-word essay that addresses their career aspirations and clear, concise examples of how they have exhibited leadership in their academic/work/personal life.
Airbus Tuition Assistance Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor
Association for Women in Aviation Maintenance (AWAM)
Contact 2330 Kenlee Dr., Cincinnati, OH 45230 www.awam.org
Usual Deadline
November
Amount(s) Awarded
Scholarship Awards Vary
Description
Airbus is pleased to present one $5,000 scholarship to be awarded to a female student in a trade, technical, college or university education system pursuing a license or degree in an aviation maintenance or manufacturing related field.
Scholarship Criteria
Essay on how the AWAM community has impacted you and/or your career. Currently enrolled trade or university student, with a 3.0 or above GPA, seeking to obtain her A&P certificate or a degree in Aviation Maintenance Management, Education or Engineering. Applicants must be female.
Amelia Earhart Academic Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor
The Ninety-Nines, Inc.
Contact 4300 Amelia Earhart Dr., Ste. A, Oklahoma City, OK 73159 www.ninety-nines.org
Usual Deadline
January
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at up to $10,000 scholarship used towards 1-year of a college degree in aviation/aerospace Scholarship Criteria
Amelia Earhart Memorial Scholarships are awarded to qualified members for fully funded advanced flight training, jet type ratings and technical training. Document financial need. Be an active, participating Ninety-Nines member. Be active in aviation extracurricular activities. Demonstrate high academic achievement. Have reachable, realistic goals.
Amelia Earhart Flight Training Scholarship Scholarship Sponsor
The Ninety-Nines, Inc.
Contact 4300 Amelia Earhart Dr., Ste. A, Oklahoma City, OK 73159 www.ninety-nines.org
Usual Deadline
January
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at up to $20,000 used towards an additional pilot certificate/rating, or pilot training course
Scholarship Criteria
Amelia Earhart Memorial Scholarships are awarded to qualified members for fully funded advanced flight training, jet type ratings, and technical training. Document financial need. Be an active, participating Ninety-Nines member. Strive to find low-cost flight training options. Begin flight training and complete written tests for certificate/rating sought. If short on required flight time, have a plan to build time by the end of the scholarship period, or apply for the certificate/rating for which currently eligible. Do not add supplemental timebuilding flight hours to application.
Amelia Earhart Kitty Houghton Memorial Scholarship Scholarship
Sponsor
The Ninety-Nines, Inc.
Contact 4300 Amelia Earhart Dr., Ste. A, Oklahoma City, OK 73159 www.ninety-nines.org
Usual Deadline
January
Amount(s) Awarded
Scholarship Awards Vary
Scholarship Criteria
This International scholarship in memory of Kitty Houghton, is offered specifically to encourage women pilots in emerging economy countries to pursue a career in aviation benefiting their home country. Applicants should demonstrate an interest in and enthusiasm for flying and have begun to work on their pilot’s license.
Amelia Earhart Technical Training Scholarship Scholarship
Sponsor
The Ninety-Nines, Inc.
Contact 4300 Amelia Earhart Dr., Ste. A, Oklahoma City, OK 73159 www.ninety-nines.org
Usual Deadline January
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at up to $20,000 used towards an additional pilot certificate/rating, or pilot training course
Scholarship Criteria
Amelia Earhart Memorial Scholarships are awarded to qualified members for fully funded advanced flight training, jet type ratings, and technical training. Document financial need. Be an active, participating Ninety-Nines member. Clearly indicate how this training will help you to advance toward your goal and how you have prepared to undertake it.
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Amelia Earhart Vicki Cruse Memorial Scholarship for Emergency Maneuver Training Scholarship Sponsor
The Ninety-Nines, Inc.
4300 Amelia Earhart Dr., Ste. A, Oklahoma City, OK 73159 www.ninety-nines.org
Amount(s) Awarded
Scholarship Awards Vary
Description
This Scholarship is designed to cover spin and emergency maneuver training, with some exposure to pure aerobatic flying. A description of the scholarship and the elements that must be covered in the training is set forth in the Background and Training Guidelines, and Required Elements of Training.
Scholarship Criteria
Fully paid scholarship to provide emergency maneuver and spin training in addition to an introduction to aerobatics. In memory of 99 Vicki Cruse, this scholarship is available to any licensed pilot member of The 99s without regard to existing ratings, financial need, or length of membership. Complete details about the training can be found in the application package.
American Association of University Women: Community Action Grants
Scholarship Sponsor
American Association of University Women (AAUW)
Contact 1310 L St. NW., Ste. 1000, Washington, DC 20005 www.aauw.org
Usual Deadline
December
Amount(s) Awarded
Scholarship Awards Vary, valued at $3,000-$10,000
Description
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) works to advance educational and professional opportunities for women in the United States. The AAUW Community Action Grants program provides funds to individuals and AAUW organizations, as well as local community-based nonprofit organizations and higher education institutions, throughout the country for innovative projects focused on encouraging girls to select, before entering college, the physical sciences or engineering as a career.
Scholarship Criteria
Applicants must be individuals, AAUW branches, AAUW state organizations or local community-based nonprofit organizations (including universities). The proposed activity must have direct impact to encourage girls to select, before entering college, the physical sciences or engineering as a career. Nonprofit organizations and universities must be based in the United States or its territories.
Avotek Textbook Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsor Association for Women in Aviation Maintenance (AWAM)
Contact 2330 Kenlee Dr., Cincinnati, OH 45230 www.awam.org
Usual Deadline
November
Amount(s) Awarded
Scholarship Awards Vary
Description
Avotek is a premier publisher of top-of-the-line training manuals for aviation maintenance technician instructors, schools, and students. Their textbooks have a well-earned reputation for quality, accuracy, and completeness. Avotek is offering two scholarships each for their Avionics and Core Series textbook sets. Please specify which set you are applying for in your application.
Contact
AWAM Tuition Assistance Scholarship Scholarship Sponsor
Association for Women in Aviation Maintenance (AWAM)
2330 Kenlee Dr., Cincinnati, OH 45230 www.awam.org
Usual Deadline
November
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $3,279
Scholarship Criteria
Essay on how the AWAM community has impacted you and/or your career. Currently enrolled trade or university student with a 3.0 or higer GPA, seeking to obtain her A&P certificate or a degree in Aviation Maintenance Management, Education or Engineering. Applicants must be female.
Boeing Company Career Enhancement Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor
Boeing Company and Women in Aviation International
Contact
3647 State Rt. 503 S., West Alexandria, OH 45381-9354 www.wai.org
Usual Deadline
October
Amount(s) Awarded
Scholarship Awards Vary
Description
Scholarship is available for a woman who wishes to advance her career in aerospace industry in the fields of engineering, technology development or management. The award is to be used for educational purposes only and may not be applied toward flight hours. Applicants may be full-time or part-time employees currently in the aerospace industry or related field. Students pursuing aviation related degrees that are at the junior level with a 2.5 GPA or higher.
CAE Aerospace Maintenance Training Course Scholarship Scholarship
Sponsor
Association for Women in Aviation Maintenance (AWAM)
Contact
2330 Kenlee Dr., Cincinnati, OH 45230 www.awam.org
Usual Deadline
December
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $14,700
Description
CAE Aerospace is proud to offer one scholarship for a Challenger 300-350 (10 day) Initial Maintenance training course. The scholarship recipient must, as a minimum, be the holder of an FAA A&P Certificate. The course will be conducted in Dallas, Texas. The recipient is responsible for all lodging and travel costs, and must redeem the scholarship within one year of award date.
Scholarship Criteria
Applicants must be female. Applicants must hold an FAA A&P Certificate. Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen.
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Darlene Kelly Advanced Certificate/Rating Flight Training Scholarship Scholarship Sponsor
Ninety-Nines, San Diego Chapter
8690 Aero Dr., #115-36, San Diego, CA 92123 www.sd99s.org
Usual Deadline
August
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $2,000
Scholarship Criteria
One $2,000 award to help fund training for Instrument, Commercial, Multi-Engine, or any Flight Instructor certificate. Applicant must: Be a member of the Southwest Section of the Ninety-Nines; Have a current medical; and Have a Private Pilot License. There is a 90-day limit to apply funds towards training.
Dodie Riach Memorial Scholarship Scholarship Sponsor
Ninety-Nines, New Jersey Chapter
Contact 1338 Wood Valley Rd., Mountainside, NJ 07092 www.nj99.org
Usual Deadline
October
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $2,500
Description
The New Jersey Chapter of the Ninety-Nines awards the Dodie Riach Memorial Scholarship to pilots, or student pilots, who are pursuing flight training in New Jersey. The Scholarship is awarded in recognition of an earnest desire to further aviation achievements. Applicants must submit a completed application form and other documentation as described in the application instructions.
Scholarship Criteria
The scholarship is open to both men and women. Must be at least a student pilot or pilot who is trying to further their aviation goals, attain a PPL or additional ratings. Training must be in New Jersey.
Dottie Sanders Memorial Flight Scholarship Scholarship Sponsor
Ninety-Nines, San Diego Chapter
Contact 8690 Aero Dr. #115-36, San Diego, CA 92123 www.sd99s.org
Usual Deadline
June
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $1,000 to help fund flight training
Scholarship Criteria
Applicant must: Be a female; Reside in San Diego, Riverside, Orange, or Imperial counties, OR be a member of any chapter of the Southwest Section of the Ninety-Nines; PPL applicants must have passed the written exam and soloed; If for an advanced rating/ certificate, applicant must have Private certificate. Funds may be used to help fund Private Pilot training, OR if a certified pilot applicant, may be used to fund training for Instrument, Commercial, Multi -Engine, or any Flight Instructor certificates.
Edward M. Thurn Memorial Scholarship Scholarship Sponsor
Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D, 207 W. Claredon Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org
Usual Deadline October
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $15,000
Description
The Edward M. Thurn Memorial Scholarship, now in its fifth year, provides $15,000 to any Whirly-Girl to be applied toward upgrading her current helicopter rating. It may be applied toward commercial, instrument, flight instructor, airline transport pilot (ATP), night vision goggle (NVG), or turbine transition training to advance a candidate’s career.
Scholarship Criteria
The applicant must be a helicopter pilot, with at least a private certificate/license. She must be a member in good standing at the time of application submission, award of scholarship, and during scholarship training, and must be active, current on their annual dues.
Erickson & Volo Mission Vertical Reference/External Load Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor
Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact
Contact
Executive Towers 10-D, 207 W. Claredon Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org
Usual Deadline October
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $18,000
Description
This scholarship is sponsored by Erickson and Volo Mission and will be awarded to a career-minded Whirly-Girl who needs a vertical reference/external load endorsement for a flight position. This course includes 20 hours of flight time in the R44, 10 hours of classroom/ ground instruction, and 3 hours of field operations instruction. She need not be turbine qualified.
Scholarship Criteria
The applicant must be a helicopter pilot with at least a private certificate/license. She must be a member in good standing at the time of application submission, award of scholarship, and during scholarship training, she must be an active member, current on their annual dues.
FlightSafety International Bell 206/Bell 407 Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor
Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Contact
Executive Towers 10-D, 207 W. Claredon Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org
Usual Deadline October
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $10,000
Description
Sponsored by FlightSafety International, this scholarship is awarded to a Whirly-Girl who possesses at least a private Pilot Helicopter Certificate and has landing currency in helicopters. This training program includes initial type training, recurrent training, and inadvertent IMC training in the Bell 206 or Bell 407 FAA Level 7 qualified Flight Training Device. This five-day course consists of academic training and 6 hours in the FTD. Training will be available at FlightSafety’s Helicopter Learning Center of Excellence in Lafayette, Louisiana, USA.
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Fly Now Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor
The Ninety-Nines, Inc.
4300 Amelia Earhart Dr., Ste. A, Oklahoma City, OK 73159 www.ninety-nines.org
Amount(s) Awarded
Scholarship Awarded Vary, valued up to $6,000
Description
The First Wings Awards are semiannual awards of up to $6,000, based on completion of specific training milestones. They are available to Student Pilot Members of The 99s who meet eligibility requirements.
Scholarship Criteria
To be eligible, applicants must hold a student pilot certificate, have been an official Student Pilot Member of the Ninety-Nines one month prior to the application deadlines (each March and September), and show financial need. The financial awards for the milestones are as follows: Knowledge Test - $500, First Solo - $2500, Long Solo Cross Country -$2000, and Earning Certificate - $1000.
Fran Sargent Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor
Ninety-Nines, Florida Goldcoast Chapter
Contact PO Box 1308, Stuart, FL 34995 www.flgoldcoast99s.org
Usual Deadline
September
Amount(s) Awarded
Two (2) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $3,000 each
Description
We are offering two $3,000 scholarships open to any woman with at least a Private Pilot certificate, who is a resident of Florida or currently enrolled in an aviation training program in Florida.
Scholarship Criteria
Applicants must have an Instrument Rating and able to attend the ground school and SIM training.
Fullerton Chapter 99s Darlene Kelly Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor
Ninety-Nines, San Diego Chapter
Contact
8690 Aero Dr. #115-36, San Diego, CA 92123 www.sd99s.org
Usual Deadline
August
Amount(s) Awarded
Two (2) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $1,974
Description
The Fullerton Chapter of the Ninety-Nines is partnering with the San Diego Chapter to give this award. The application process will utilize the Darlene Kelly Advanced Certificate/Rating Flight Training Scholarship process and two winners will be chosen.
Scholarship Criteria
Each award may be used to help fund training for the Instrument, Commercial, Multi-Engine, or any Flight Instructor certificate. Applicants must: Be a Southwest Section Ninety-Nine (CA, AZ, NV, UT, HI); Have a current medical; Have a Private Pilot Certificate.
Garmin GTN & G500/600 Course Scholarship Scholarship Sponsor
Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D, 207 W. Claredon Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org
Usual Deadline October
Amount(s) Awarded
Two (2) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $795 each
Scholarship Criteria
Garmin Aviation Training is providing TWO scholarships to Whirly-Girls who wish to improve their knowledge in how to maximize the benefits of Garmin equipment capabilities, and increase their confidence in the use and integration of Garmin equipment as part of their flight operations. This course is valued at $795. Location of the Garmin course is dependent on the course date attended by each recipient. Requirement: The applicant must be a helicopter pilot with at least a private pilots certificate/license.
Helicopter Instrument Rating Scholarship Scholarship Sponsor
Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D, 207 W. Claredon Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org
Usual Deadline
October
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $16,725
Description
Sponsored by Leading Edge Flight Academy & Central Oregon Community College, this scholarship provides the opportunity to receive helicopter instrument rating training. Leading Edge Flight Academy provides 21 hours of flight training in the Robinson R44, and 30 hours of ground instruction. 14 hours of flight training in an Advanced Aviation Training Device (simulator) will be provided by Central Oregon Community College. Training will take place in Bend, Oregon, USA.
James Wisecup Memorial Flight Training Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor
Whirly-Girls, Inc.
Contact Executive Towers 10-D, 207 W. Claredon Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85013 www.whirlygirls.org
Usual Deadline
October
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $10,000
Description
James, a 16,000-hour helicopter and fixed-wing pilot, started his aviation career in the U.S Army. He was a decorated military veteran with a Purple Heart, a Silver Star, a Bronze Star, and multiple air medals for his combat duty. In his civilian career, he flew offshore transport, search and rescue, and air ambulance. He was an advanced flight instructor, Designated Pilot Examiner, and also served as HAI’s Chairman of the Board of Directors. James was an advocate for aviation safety, a teacher, a mentor and avid supporter of the Whirly-Girls.
Scholarship Criteria
The applicant must be a helicopter pilot with at least a Private Certificate/License. She must be a member in good standing at the time of application submission, award of scholarship, and during scholarship training, she must be an active member, current on their annual dues.
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Leatrice Gregory Pendray Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor
AIAA Space Transportation Technical Committee (AIAA)
12700 Sunrise Valley Dr., Ste. 200 , Reston, VA 20191-5807 www.aiaa.org
Usual Deadline
January
Amount(s) Awarded
Scholarship Awards Vary
Scholarship Criteria
Available to female college students that will be sophomores, juniors, and seniors enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university. Must be AIAA student member to apply. Course of study must provide entry into some field of science or engineering encompassed by AIAA. Minimum 3.3 GPA required.
Marian W. “Dolly” Hardman Endowment
Scholarship Sponsor
Kansas State University Polytechnic Scholarships (KSU)
Contact Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506 www.polytechnic.k-state.edu/admissions/financialaid/scholarships/
Usual Deadline
December
Amount(s) Awarded
Scholarship Awarded Vary, valued at $20,000 up to 32,000
Scholarship Criteria
Scholarship remains renewable as long as recipients maintain a 3.5 or higher GPA and remain enrolled full-time at K-State Polytechnic. Recipients must be female undergraduate students, enrolled full-time Professional Pilot Degree option at K-State Polytechnic.
Marian R. DeLano Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsor
Ninety-Nines, San Diego Chapter
Contact
8690 Aero Dr., #115-36, San Diego, CA 92123 www.sd99s.org
Usual Deadline
May
Amount(s) Awarded
One (1) Scholarships Awarded, valued at $1,500 to help fund flight training
Scholarship Criteria
Each award may be used to help fund training for the Instrument, Commercial, Multi-Engine, or any Flight Instructor certificate. Applicants must: Be a Southwest Section Ninety-Nine (CA, AZ, NV, UT, HI); Have a current medical; Have a Private Pilot Certificate. The scholarship is good for one rating or certificate only. Air Transport Rating not eligible. There is a 90-day limit to apply funds towards training.
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