John “Lites” Leenhouts Scholarship
Scholarship Description
The John “Lites” Leenhouts Scholarship is presented to a student whose achievements and ambitions reflect the same values and interests that are so meaningful to “Lites” both professionally and recreationally.
The scholarship is open to students seeking a degree in Aviation or Engineering subject areas, preferably in management or another administrative discipline or pursuing advanced ratings toward a piloting career. Students must have successfully completed at least two semesters at an accredited post-secondary institution and be actively engaged in a program supported by the Aerospace Center for Excellence.
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 3.0 GPA unweighted
- 100 volunteer hours serving aviation-related activities
- Demonstration of sustained extra-curricular activities, e.g. sports, student clubs, community organizations
Application Start Date
April 1, 2026
Application End Date
April 15, 2026
Other scholarships from this sponsor
- Aerospace Center for Excellence Scholarship (awarded through Polk Education Foundation)
- James C. Ray Continuing Education Scholarship
- John “Lites” Leenhouts Scholarship
- Ready. Set. Soar Scholarship
- The James C. Ray Scholarship Fund
- The JSfirm.com Airframe and Power Plant Scholarship
- Top Gun Scholarship
- Wingman Scholarship
- Women ACEs Scholarship
GPA Requirement
3.0
Female Applicant Preference
No
Field of Study
- Aviation Management
- Pilot Training
Scholarship Type
- Education Tuition
Year of Need / Desired Program
- College Freshman
- College Sophomore
College Enrollment Status
- Full-Time Student
- Part-Time Student
Scholarship Recurrence
- Annual