Centennial Airport Foundation Aviation Scholarships
Scholarship Description
The Robert P. Olislagers Memorial Scholarship for Aviation Management
- Robert was a nationally recognized leader in the aviation community and a long serving Director of Centennial Airport for over 20 years. This scholarship will be awarded in memory of Robert’s legacy of leadership, passion, and dedication to the aviation industry and development of the next generation of aviation professionals.For students seeking an Airport/Aviation Management Degree or similar, or other professional development opportunities approved by the Foundation.
Professional Pilot
- For students pursuing a career as a Professional Pilot via an Aviation Degree with a Professional Pilot concentration, or a flight school operated under FAR Part 141.
Aircraft Maintenance/A&P Mechanic
- For students pursuing a career as an Aircraft Mechanic/Technician within an Aircraft Maintenance Technician School (AMTS) operated under FAR Part 147.
Eligibility Requirements
- Applicant must be a permanent resident of Colorado and at least 17 years of age. A valid state issued Colorado ID is required as proof of residency.
- Training institution must be Colorado based.
- Applicant must have Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) with their institution.
- Applicant may be required to participate in an interview with the selection committee.
- Scholarship recipients agree to attend the June in-person Centennial Airport Board Meeting, where they will be formally acknowledged as recipients of their respective scholarships.
- Scholarship recipients agree to have their photo and summary of their education/career goals displayed on the Centennial Airport Foundation page.
- Applicant must complete the Scholarship Application Form.
- Applications will be assessed for completeness and overall quality, giving weight to those showing their dedication to a career in aviation.
Application Start Date
February 12, 2026
Application End Date
April 15, 2026
Minimum Age
17
Other scholarships from this sponsor
Female Applicant Preference
No
Field of Study
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Aviation Management
- Pilot Training
Scholarship Type
- Education Tuition
Citizenship Requirements
- United States (inc. US Territories)
Year of Need / Desired Program
- Part 141 School
- Part 147 School
- College Freshman
- College Sophomore
- College Junior
- College Senior
- Master's Degree Program
College Enrollment Status
- Full-Time Student
- Part-Time Student
- Accepted
Scholarship Recurrence
- Annual