Paul A. Whelan Scholarship

The Paul A. Whelan Scholarship

Opens: April 1st
Application Deadline: June 30th 

Requirements:

1. U. S. Citizen

2. Sophomore, Junior, Senior or Graduate Student

3. Must be enrolled at a University Aviation Association member institution in an aviation or space-related major. Community College, college and university applicants encouraged.

4. 2.5 overall GPA and 3.0 GPA in Aviation Major coursework

5. Demonstrates a love of aviation.

6. Demonstrates leadership.

7. Demonstrates extracurricular involvement/community involvement

Preferred Qualifications: 

1. FAA certification as a pilot or mechanic.

2. Former military service or current military service via active duty, the ROTC, the Air National Guard or Reserves while in school.

3. Membership in an aviation-related association or professional group such as the UAA.

How to Apply: 

Complete the application form and submit required documents. Winners will be announced at the UAA's annual Fall Conference to be held in Fall 2023. At least one $2000 scholarship will be awarded. Apply no later than June 30, 2023. 

Submission requirements-

1. Completed application form.

2. Official transcript from the UAA member institution(s) attended by the applicant.

3. Recommendation letter from a faculty member from a UAA member institution addressing how the applicant meets one or more of the criteria for this scholarship.

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Any questions, contact Laura Swanson at 901-563-0505 or lswanson@uaa.aero.