Aviation Scholarship

EAA Aviation Foundation Post-Secondary Scholarships

Scholarship Description

Post-secondary scholarships support students attending a post-secondary institution with a focus on aviation, including professional pilot, aeronautics engineering, aviation management, airframe and powerplant (A&P) maintenance, and more. These can be used at colleges, universities, technical schools, or community colleges.

All applications are reviewed against the criteria for the individual scholarships and then awarded to those who show the greatest potential to be actively engaged in aviation.

  • We look for passionate, motivated, and career-driven students.
  • Participation in aviation clubs, organizations, and volunteer experiences will highlight your application.
  • Preference given to EAA members or members of their local EAA chapter.

Scholarships will be awarded March 2, 2026.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be attending or plan to attend a post-secondary institution with a focus in aviation or a related field
  • Must be a citizen or resident of the United States or Canada, or be eligible to work or study in the U.S. or Canada, such as through a visa

Application Start Date

October 1, 2025

Application End Date

December 19, 2025

Minimum Age

16

GPA Requirement

2.5

Female Applicant Preference

No

Field of Study

  • Aeronautical Science
  • Aerospace Medicine
  • Aircraft Maintenance
  • Air Traffic Control
  • Astronautics and Space
  • Aviation Management
  • Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology
  • Pilot Training

Citizenship Requirements

  • United States (inc. US Territories)
  • Canada

Year of Need / Desired Program

  • Trade, Technical, or Vocational School
  • College Freshman
  • College Sophomore
  • College Junior
  • College Senior
  • Master's Degree Program

College Enrollment Status

  • Full-Time Student
  • Part-Time Student
  • Accepted
  • Planning to Enroll
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