Bonita Jean Olson Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Description
Bonnie started her career as an educator, moving on to the aviation and aerospace industry, and spending almost 30 years working in commercial aviation and space programs. Upon retirement her passion for aviation blossomed while volunteering at The Museum of Flight, where she loved to lead tours attired as a Women Airforce Service Pilot (WASP) and share their stories. Bonnie always wanted to extend the opportunities for women in aviation, and we, her family, are proud to fund a scholarship in her name.
Eligibility Requirements
1. Must be an active member of WAI.
2. Must be pursuing higher education toward a STEM career with plans to enter a career in aviation or aerospace. (STEM careers include: Science, technology, engineering, mathematics, business, air traffic controller, avionics technician, dispatch certification, aircraft mechanic, meteorologist, or educator for the subject matters).
3. Must be enrolled (or committed to attending) an accredited institution (includes two- and four-year colleges, technical institutes, and certificate programs).
4. Must have experience volunteering in STEM or aviation-related events and/or WAI activities in the previous year.
Application Start Date
July 1, 2026
Application End Date
October 12, 2026
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Female Applicant Preference
No
Field of Study
- Aeronautical Science
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Air Traffic Control
- Aviation Management
- Engineering
- Computer Science
- and Technology
Scholarship Recurrence
- Annual