WAI: AOPA Student Pilot Scholarship
WOMEN IN AVIATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship awards are a major benefit of membership in Women in Aviation International and help members reach their goals and advance into the aviation and aerospace careers they have always dreamed about. Ignite your personal learning experience by applying for the annual WAI scholarships. Change your life, and review application requirements, FAQs, and 10 tips for a winning scholarship application.
Women in Aviation International is thrilled to offer the 2022 WAI scholarship program featuring a variety of career pursuits. Scholarships include funding to further members' interests in aerospace engineering, aviation maintenance, flight training, helicopter ratings, dispatch, and professional development.
Applications are due October 12, 2021, and you must be an active WAI member by October 1, 2021, to apply. The 2022 scholarships will be awarded during the 33rd Annual International Women in Aviation Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, March 17-19, 2022.
Please Note:
The applicant understands and accepts that WAI has no responsibility or liability whatsoever for any scholarship awards other than those specifically identified as WAI scholarships.
AOPA Student Pilot Scholarship
Since 1939, the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), has worked to keep general aviation fun, safe, and affordable. As part of its commitment to growing the pilot population, AOPA will award a $3,000 scholarship to a WAI member pursuing a private, recreational, or sport pilot certificate. The recipient will be chosen based on merit, including previous accomplishments, ability to set and achieve goals, involvement in general aviation, and commitment to completing flight training. If the applicant is a full-time student enrolled in high school, an accredited flight program, or an accredited college or university, she/he must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale).
In addition to the essay outlined in the WAI scholarship requirements, the applicant must include a separate essay (300 words) expressing how they engage in supporting, promoting, or growing general aviation, including their participation in general aviation activities, events, or organizations, including, but not limited to, leadership positions or volunteer work. The applicant must also have obtained a student pilot certificate by the scholarship application deadline and provide a copy of the certificate.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Funds will be paid directly to the recipient and must be used within one year of the award.
Remember you must be a member of WAI to apply for scholarships
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