Aerospace Sciences

3932 ■ AERO CLUB OF NEW ENGLAND

Attn: Education Committee
Civil Air Terminal
200 Hanscom Drive, Suite 322
Bedford, MA 01730
Tel: (617)277-0100
Fax: (617)232-7571
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.acone.org/scholarship/overview.html
To provide financial assistance for flight school to New England residents who intend to prepare for a professional aviation career.
Title of Award: ACONE Honored Member Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of New England who are interested in attending a flight school in the region. Applicants must intend to prepare for a professional aviation career, have a current Airman Certificate, have a current Medical Certificate, have accumulated 160 hours total flight time, be at least 16 years of age, be a U.S. citizen, have a current Biennial Flight Review, and be able to demonstrate financial need. Along with their application, they must submit academic transcripts, a personal letter giving their reasons for selecting a professional aviation career path and describing their aviation-related activities, a financial statement, 2 letters of recommendation, and their flight time record. Selection is based on ability to meet the planned aviation goals (as shown by recommendations and academic records), participation in aviation activities (as described in the personal letter and recommendations), and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This scholarship was established in 1995. Each year, it is designated to honor a living member of the Aero Club of New England (ACONE). Information is also available from Anne B. Baddour, 96 Fletcher Road, Belmont, MA 02478.

3933 ■ AERO CLUB OF NEW ENGLAND

Attn: Education Committee
Civil Air Terminal
200 Hanscom Drive, Suite 322
Bedford, MA 01730
Tel: (617)277-0100
Fax: (617)232-7571
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.acone.org/scholarship/overview.html
To provide financial assistance for flight school to New England residents who intend to prepare for a professional aviation career.
Title of Award: Aero Club of New England Flight Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 7 each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $500 to $2,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of New England who are interested in attending a flight school in the region. Applicants must intend to prepare for a professional aviation career, have a current Airman Certificate, have a current Medical Certificate, have accumulated 160 hours total flight time, be at least 16 years of age, be a U.S. citizen, have a current Biennial Flight Review, and be able to demonstrate financial need. Along with their application, they must submit academic transcripts, a personal letter giving their reasons for selecting a professional aviation career path and describing their aviation-related activities, a financial statement, 2 letters of recommendation, and their flight time record. Selection is based on ability to meet the planned aviation goals (as shown by recommendations and academic records), participation in aviation activities (as described in the personal letter and recommendations), and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program includes the following named scholarships: the Andrew Channing Cabot Memorial Scholarship (established in 1997), the Ann Wood Kelly Scholarship (established in 1987), the Anne Bridge Baddour Scholarship (established in 1999), the Bauer-Bisgeier Memorial Scholarship (established in 1997), the Bonita Connors Memorial Scholarship (established in 1995), the Edward D. Waters Memorial Scholarship (established in 1996), and the Florence M. Abely Memorial Scholarship (established in 1994).

3934 ■ AERO CLUB OF NEW ENGLAND

Attn: Education Committee
Civil Air Terminal
200 Hanscom Drive, Suite 322
Bedford, MA 01730
Tel: (617)277-0100
Fax: (617)232-7571
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.acone.org/scholarship/overview.html
To provide funding for instrument training to New England residents who intend to prepare for a professional aviation career.
Title of Award: Aero Club of New England Instrument Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $1,000 to $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of New England who are interested in attending a flight school in the region for instrument training. Applicants must intend to prepare for a professional aviation career, have a current Airman Certificate, have a current Medical Certificate, have accumulated 100 hours total flight time, be at least 16 years of age, be a U.S. citizen, have a current Biennial Flight Review, and be able to demonstrate financial need. Along with their application, they must submit academic transcripts, a personal letter giving their reasons for selecting a professional aviation career path and describing their aviation-related activities, a financial statement, 2 letters of recommendation, and their flight time record. Selection is based on ability to meet the planned aviation goals (as shown by recommendations and academic records), participation in aviation activities (as described in the personal letter and recommendations), and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program includes the Crocker Snow Instrument Scholarship and the Charles and Arlene Ehlers Memorial Scholarship.

3935 ■ AERO CLUB OF NEW ENGLAND

Attn: Education Committee
Civil Air Terminal
200 Hanscom Drive, Suite 322
Bedford, MA 01730
Tel: (617)277-0100
Fax: (617)232-7571
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.acone.org/scholarship/overview.html
To provide financial assistance for primary flight training to New England residents who intend to pursue a professional aviation career.
Title of Award: Michael T. Hadik Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of New England who are interested in attending a flight school in the region for primary training. Applicants must intend to prepare for a professional aviation career, have a current Airman Certificate, have a current Medical Certificate, have accumulated 20 hours total flight time plus a solo, be at least 16 years of age, be a U.S. citizen, have a current Biennial Flight Review, and be able to demonstrate financial need. Along with their application, they must submit academic transcripts, a personal letter giving their reasons for selecting a professional aviation career path and describing their aviation-related activities, a financial statement, 2 letters of recommendation, and their flight time record. Selection is based on ability to meet the planned aviation goals (as shown by recommendations and academic records), participation in aviation activities (as described in the personal letter and recommendations), and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 2001.

3936 ■ AERO CLUB OF NEW ENGLAND

Attn: Education Committee
Civil Air Terminal
200 Hanscom Drive, Suite 322
Bedford, MA 01730
Tel: (617)277-0100
Fax: (617)232-7571
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.acone.org/scholarship/overview.html
To provide financial assistance for flight school to women in New England who intend to pursue a professional aviation career.
Title of Award: Leslie Wickfield Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to women in New England who are interested in attending a flight school in the region. Applicants must intend to pursue a professional aviation career, have a current Airman Certificate, have a current Medical Certificate, have accumulated 160 hours total flight time, be at least 16 years of age, be a U.S. citizen, have a current Biennial Flight Review, and be able to demonstrate financial need. Along with their application, they must submit academic transcripts, a personal letter giving their reasons for selecting a professional aviation career path and describing their aviation-related activities, a financial statement, 2 letters of recommendation, and their flight time record. Selection is based on ability to meet the planned aviation goals (as shown by recommendations and academic records), participation in aviation activities (as described in the personal letter and recommendations), and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1999.

3937 ■ AEROSPACE ILLINOIS SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Department of Aeronautical and Astronomical Engineering
308 Talbot Lab
104 South Wright Street
Urbana, IL 61801-2935
Tel: (217)244-8048
Fax: (217)244-0720
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.ae.uiuc.edu/ISGC
To provide financial support to faculty, staff, and students at Aerospace Illinois member institutions who are interested in pursuing space-related academic activities.
Title of Award: Aerospace Illinois Space Grant Consortium Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Postdoctoral, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Awards depend on the availability of funds and the nature of the proposal. Duration: Depends on the program.
Eligibility Requirements: Aerospace Illinois has established 4 program elements: 1) undergraduate/high school teaching and research, to attract undergraduates and secondary school students to aerospace science and engineering; 2) training in graduate research, through research experiences focused on aerospace science and engineering; 3) outreach and public service, to employ the region's extensive existing public educational information networks and outreach programs to attract the highest quality student populations, especially underrepresented minorities, women, and persons with disabilities; and 4) fellowships with industry, to add substantially to the national aerospace science and engineering pool. Aerospace Illinois is a component of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration which encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Additional Information: Aerospace Illinois includes 4 member institutions: the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), the University of Chicago (UC), Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT), and Northwestern University (NU). It also includes 3 affiliate institutions: Southern Illinois University (SIU), Western Illinois University (WIU), and the University of Illinois at Chicago. This program is funded by NASA.

3938 ■ AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL ASSOCIATION

Attn: Scholarship Fund
1101 King Street, Suite 300
Alexandria, VA 22314
Tel: (703)299-2430
Fax: (703)299-2437
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.atca.org/activities/scholarships.asp
To provide financial assistance to students working on a bachelor's degree or higher in aviation.
Title of Award: Air Traffic Control Association Student Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Four Year College Number Awarded: Varies each year, depending on the number, qualifications, and need of the applicants. Funds Available: Stipends range from $1,500 to $2,500. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to half- or full-time students who are U.S. citizens, enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited college or university, taking classes to prepare for an aviation-related career, working on a bachelor's or graduate degree, registered for at least 6 hours, and at least 30 semester or 45 quarter hours away from graduation. Applicants must submit an essay on "How My Educational Efforts Will Enhance My Potential Contribution to Aviation." The essay should address the applicant's financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

3939 ■ AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL ASSOCIATION

Attn: Scholarship Fund
1101 King Street, Suite 300
Alexandria, VA 22314
Tel: (703)299-2430
Fax: (703)299-2437
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.atca.org/activities/scholarships.asp
To provide financial assistance to students enrolled in an air traffic control program.
Title of Award: Gabriel A. Hartl Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The amount of the award depends on the availability of funds and the number, qualifications, and need of the applicants. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to halfor full-time students who are U.S. citizens, enrolled in a 2- or 4-year air traffic control program at an institution approved and/or listed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as directly supporting its college and training initiative. Applicants must be registered for at least 6 hours and be at least 30 semester or 45 quarter hours away from graduation. They must submit an essay on "How My Educational Efforts Will Enhance My Potential Contribution to Aviation." The essay should address their financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

3940 ■ AIRCRAFT ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION

Attn: AEA Educational Foundation
4217 South Hocker Drive
Independence, MO 64055-4723
Tel: (816)373-6565
Fax: (816)478-3100
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.aea.net
To provide financial assistance to students who are interested in studying avionics or aircraft repair in a midwestern school.
Title of Award: David Arver Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Electronics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Vocational/Occupational Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and college students who plan to attend an accredited vocational or technical school in the Aircraft Electronics Association Region III; this includes the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Applicants must be planning to enroll in an avionics or aircraft repair program. They must submit an official transcript (cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher), a statement about their career plans, a description of their involvement in school and community activities, and a 300-word essay on how the job requirements of aviation technicians will change with advancements in technology. Selection is based on merit. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

3941 ■ AIRCRAFT ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION

Attn: AEA Educational Foundation
4217 South Hocker Drive
Independence, MO 64055-4723
Tel: (816)373-6565
Fax: (816)478-3100
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.aea.net
To provide financial assistance to students preparing for a career in avionics.
Title of Award: Dutch and Ginger Arver Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Electronics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and currently-enrolled college students who are attending (or planning to attend) an accredited postsecondary institution in an avionics program. Applicants must submit an official transcript (cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher), a statement about their career plans, a description of their involvement in school and community activities, and a 300-word essay on how the job requirements of aviation technicians will change with advancements in technology. Selection is based on merit. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

3942 ■ AIRCRAFT ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION

Attn: AEA Educational Foundation
4217 South Hocker Drive
Independence, MO 64055-4723
Tel: (816)373-6565
Fax: (816)478-3100
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.aea.net
To provide financial assistance to students preparing for a career in avionics or aircraft repair.
Title of Award: Avionics and Aircraft Repair Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Electronics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and currently-enrolled college students who are attending (or planning to attend) an accredited postsecondary institution in an avionics or aircraft repair program. Applicants must submit an official transcript (cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher), a statement about their career plans, a description of their involvement in school and community activities, and a 300-word essay on how the job requirements of aviation technicians will change with advancements in technology. Selection is based on merit. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program awards a number of named scholarships, including the Bud Glover Memorial Scholarship, GARMIN International Scholarship, Honeywell Avionics Scholarship, Johnny Davis Memorial Scholarship, L-3 Avionics Systems Scholarship, Les Tarbox Memorial Scholarship, and Lowell Gaylor Memorial Scholarship.

3943 ■ AIRCRAFT ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION

Attn: AEA Educational Foundation
4217 South Hocker Drive
Independence, MO 64055-4723
Tel: (816)373-6565
Fax: (816)478-3100
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.aea.net
To provide financial assistance to Canadian students who are interested in studying avionics or aircraft repair.
Title of Award: Field Aviation Company Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Electronics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Canadian high school seniors and currently-enrolled college students who are attending (or planning to attend) an accredited school in Canada to major in avionics or aircraft repair. Applicants must submit an official transcript (cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher), a statement about their career plans, a description of their involvement in school and community activities, and a 300-word essay on how the job requirements of aviation technicians will change with advancements in technology. Selection is based on merit. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

3944 ■ AIRCRAFT ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION

Attn: AEA Educational Foundation
4217 South Hocker Drive
Independence, MO 64055-4723
Tel: (816)373-6565
Fax: (816)478-3100
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.aea.net
To provide financial assistance to students who are interested in studying avionics in college.
Title of Award: Mid-Continent Instrument Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Electronics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and currently-enrolled college students who are attending (or planning to attend) an accredited school in an avionics program. Applicants must submit an official transcript (cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher), a statement about their career plans, a description of their involvement in school and community activities, and a 300-word essay on how the job requirements of aviation technicians will change with advancements in technology. Selection is based on merit. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

3945 ■ AIRCRAFT ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION

Attn: AEA Educational Foundation
4217 South Hocker Drive
Independence, MO 64055-4723
Tel: (816)373-6565
Fax: (816)478-3100
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.aea.net
To provide financial assistance to students preparing for a career in aviation management.
Title of Award: Chuck Peacock Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and currently-enrolled college students who are attending (or planning to attend) an accredited postsecondary institution in an aviation management program. Applicants must submit an official transcript (cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher), a statement about their career plans, a description of their involvement in school and community activities, and a 300-word essay on how the job requirements of aviation technicians will change with advancements in technology. Selection is based on merit. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

3946 ■ AIRCRAFT ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION

Attn: AEA Educational Foundation
4217 South Hocker Drive
Independence, MO 64055-4723
Tel: (816)373-6565
Fax: (816)478-3100
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.aea.net
To provide financial assistance for vocational school to students interested in preparing for a career in avionics or aircraft repair.
Title of Award: Plane and Pilot Magazine/GARMIN Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Electronics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Vocational/Occupational Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school, college, or vocational/technical students who are attending (or planning to attend) an accredited vocational/technical school in an avionics or aircraft repair program. Applicants must submit an official transcript (cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher), a statement about their career plans, a description of their involvement in school and community activities, and a 300-word essay on how the job requirements of aviation technicians will change with advancements in technology. Selection is based on merit. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

3947 ■ AIRCRAFT ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION

Attn: AEA Educational Foundation
4217 South Hocker Drive
Independence, MO 64055-4723
Tel: (816)373-6565
Fax: (816)478-3100
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.aea.net
To provide financial assistance to students who are interested in majoring in avionics in college.
Title of Award: Sporty's/Cincinnati Avionics Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Electronics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and currently-enrolled college students who are attending (or planning to attend) an accredited school in an avionics program. Applicants must submit an official transcript (cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher), a statement about their career plans, a description of their involvement in school and community activities, and a 300-word essay on how the job requirements of aviation technicians will change with advancements in technology. Selection is based on merit. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

3948 ■ ALABAMA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o University of Alabama in Huntsville
Materials Science Building, Room 205
Huntsville, AL 35899
Tel: (256)824-6800
Fax: (256)824-6061
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.uah.edu/ASGC
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate students at universities participating in the Alabama Space Grant Consortium who wish to prepare for a career as a teacher of science or mathematics.
Title of Award: Teacher Education Scholarship Program of the Alabama Space Grant Consortium Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Earth sciences; Education; Environmental conservation; Environmental science; Geosciences; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Science; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 10 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students enrolled in or accepted for enrollment as full-time undergraduates at universities in Alabama participating in the consortium. Applicants must intend to enter the teacher certification program and teach in a pre-college setting. Priority is given to those majoring in science, mathematics, or earth/space/environmental science. Applicants should have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and must be U.S. citizens. Members of underrepresented groups in science and mathematics (minorities and women) are especially encouraged to apply. Along with their application, they must submit a 1- to 2-page statement on the reasons for their desire to enter the teaching profession, specifically the fields of science or mathematics education. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: The member universities are University of Alabama in Huntsville, Alabama A&M University, University of Alabama, University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of South Alabama, Tuskegee University, and Auburn University. Funding for this program is provided by NASA.

3949 ■ ALABAMA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o University of Alabama in Huntsville
Materials Science Building, Room 205
Huntsville, AL 35899
Tel: (256)824-6800
Fax: (256)824-6061
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.uah.edu/ASGC
To provide financial assistance to undergraduates who are studying the space sciences at universities participating in the Alabama Space Grant Consortium (ASGC).
Title of Award: Undergraduate Scholarship Program of the Alabama Space Grant Consortium Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Behavioral sciences; Biological and clinical sciences; Business administration; Communications; Computer and information sciences; Economics; Education; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; International affairs and relations; Law; Natural sciences; Physical sciences; Public administration; Sociology; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 32 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed 1 additional year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time students entering their junior or senior year at universities participating in the ASGC. Applicants must be studying in a field related to space, including the physical, natural, and biological sciences; engineering, education; economics; business; sociology; behavioral sciences; computer science; communications; law; international affairs; and public administration. They must be U.S. citizens and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Individuals from underrepresented groups (African Americans, Hispanic, American Indians, Pacific Islanders, Asian Americans, and women) are especially encouraged to apply. Interested students should submit a completed application with a career goal statement, personal references, a brief resume, and transcripts. Selection is based on 1) academic qualifications, 2) quality of the career goal statement, and 3) assessment of the applicant's motivation for a career in aerospace. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: The member universities are University of Alabama in Huntsville, Alabama A&M University, University of Alabama, University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of South Alabama, Tuskegee University, and Auburn University. Funding for this program is provided by NASA.

3950 ■ AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF AIRPORT EXECUTIVES FOUNDATION

Attn: AAAE Foundation Scholarship Program
601 Madison Street, Suite 400
Alexandria, VA 22314
Tel: (703)824-0500
Fax: (703)820-1395
Web Site: http://www.aaae.org/members/275_AAAE_Foundation/index.html
To provide financial assistance to upper-division college students who are majoring in aviation.
Title of Award: AAAE Foundation Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 3 to 5 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time college juniors or seniors who are enrolled in an aviation program and have earned a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Selection is based on academic record, financial need, participation in school and community activities, work experience, and a personal statement. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year.

3951 ■ AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF AIRPORT EXECUTIVES FOUNDATION

Attn: AAAE Foundation Scholarship Program
601 Madison Street, Suite 400
Alexandria, VA 22314
Tel: (703)824-0500
Fax: (703)820-1395
Web Site: http://www.aaae.org/members/275_AAAE_Foundation/index.html
To provide financial assistance to Native American upper-division college students who are majoring in aviation.
Title of Award: AAAE Foundation Scholarship for Native Americans Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time Native American college juniors or seniors who are enrolled in an aviation program and have earned a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Each college or university may nominate only 1 student for this scholarship. Selection is based on academic record, financial need, participation in school and community activities, work experience, and a personal statement. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year.

3952 ■ AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF AIRPORT EXECUTIVES FOUNDATION

Attn: AAAE Foundation Scholarship Program
601 Madison Street, Suite 400
Alexandria, VA 22314
Tel: (703)824-0500
Fax: (703)820-1395
Web Site: http://www.aaae.org/members/275_AAAE_Foundation/index.html
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students who are accredited airport executive (AAE) members (or the dependents of members) of the American Association of Airport Executives.
Title of Award: AAE Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Varies; generally, the stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to accredited airport executive members of the association, along with their spouses and children. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend school (on the undergraduate or graduate school level) on a full-time basis. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: Recipients must attend an accredited college or university.

3953 ■ AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF AIRPORT EXECUTIVES-NORTHEAST CHAPTER

Attn: Executive Secretary
P.O. Box 8
West Milford, NJ 07480-0008
Tel: (973)728-6760
Fax: (973)728-6760
Web Site: http://www.necaaae.org/postnec.htm
To provide financial assistance to upper-division students majoring in airport management.
Title of Award: Post Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 4 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to juniors and seniors in colleges and universities who are majoring in airport management. Preference is given to those with a permanent residence in the northeast region. Student preparing for a career as commercial pilots are not eligible. Applicants must indicate how they will benefit from the grant and provide documentation of financial need. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: The northeast region covers Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington D.C., and the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Quebec.

3954 ■ AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF AIRPORT EXECUTIVES-SOUTHWEST CHAPTER

P.O. Box 4228
Sparks, NV 89432
Tel: (775)353-2080
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.swaaae.org/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance to students working on an undergraduate or graduate degree in airport management at a college or university in the Southwest.
Title of Award: Southwest Chapter Academic Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 plus a $500 travel allowance for recipients to attend the award ceremony. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students working on an undergraduate or graduate degree in airport management at colleges and universities in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, or Utah. Applicants must submit an autobiography (not to exceed 1 page) and a statement of their interest in aviation and airport management (not to exceed 1 page). Selection is based on academic record, extracurricular activities, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: October of each year. Additional Information: Information is also available from Charles Mangum, SWAAAE Scholarship Committee, 8565 North Sand Dune Place, Tucson, AZ 85743, (520) 682-9565, E-mail: [email protected].

3955 ■ AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR ENGINEERING EDUCATION

Attn: SMART Defense Scholarship Program
1818 N Street, N.W., Suite 600
Washington, DC 20036-2479
Tel: (202)331-3516
Fax: (202)265-8504
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.asee.org/resources/fellowships/smart/index.cfm
To provide scholarship/loans to upper-division and graduate students in areas of science, mathematics, and engineering that are of interest to the U.S. Department of Defense.
Title of Award: Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Defense Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Architecture, Naval; Behavioral sciences; Biological and clinical sciences; Chemistry; Computer and information sciences; Earth sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Chemical; Engineering, Civil; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Materials; Engineering, Mechanical; Engineering, Ocean; Geosciences; Materials research/science; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Oceanography; Physics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College, Graduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 36 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The program provides full payment of tuition, fees, room, board, and other normal educational expenses at the recipient's institution. A book allowance of $1,000 per year is also provided. This is a scholarship/loan program; recipients must agree to serve as a civilian employee of the Department of Defense in a science and engineering position. If they fail to fulfill that service obligation, they must reimburse the federal government for all funds they received. Duration: Up to 24 months.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to upper-division and graduate students working on an undergraduate or graduate degree in any of the following fields: aeronautical and astronautical engineering; biosciences; chemical engineering; chemistry; civil engineering; cognitive, neural, and behavioral sciences; computer and computational sciences; electrical engineering; geosciences, including terrain, water, and air; materials science and engineering; mathematics; mechanical engineering; naval architecture and ocean engineering; oceanography; or physics. Applicants must be U.S. citizens who have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Selection is based on academic records, personal statements, letters of recommendation, and GRE scores. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program, established in 2005, is sponsored by the Army Research Laboratory, the Air Force Office of Scientific Research, the Office of Naval Research, the Air Force Research Laboratory, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, the Defense Information Systems Agency, and the Defense Threat Reduction Agency.

3956 ■ ARMED FORCES COMMUNICATIONS AND ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION

Attn: AFCEA Educational Foundation
4400 Fair Lakes Court
Fairfax, VA 22033-3899
Tel: (703)631-6149
Free: 800-336-4583
Fax: (703)631-4693
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.afcea.org/education/scholarships/rotc/rotc1.asp
To provide financial assistance to ROTC cadets who are majoring in fields related to communications and electronics.
Title of Award: AFCEA ROTC Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Computer and information sciences; Electronics; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Chemical; Engineering, Computer; Engineering, Electrical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Physics; Systems engineering Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 36 each year, divided equally among Army, Navy/Marine Corps, and Air Force ROTC programs; for each service, 6 are awarded to rising juniors, 6 to rising seniors. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to ROTC cadets majoring in electronics, engineering (aerospace, chemical, computer, electrical, or systems), mathematics, physics, or computer science. Applicants must be nominated by their ROTC professor, be entering their junior or senior year, be U.S. citizens, be of good moral character, have demonstrated academic excellence, be motivated to complete a college education and serve as officers in the U.S. armed forces, and be able to demonstrate financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

3957 ■ ARMED FORCES COMMUNICATIONS AND ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION

Attn: AFCEA Educational Foundation
4400 Fair Lakes Court
Fairfax, VA 22033-3899
Tel: (703)631-6149
Free: 800-336-4583
Fax: (703)631-4693
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.afcea.org/education/scholarships/workingstudents/ws1.asp
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate students who are working part time on a degree in engineering or the sciences while already employed.
Title of Award: AFCEA Scholarship for Working Professionals Area, Field, or Subject: Computer and information sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Chemical; Engineering, Electrical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Physics; Systems engineering Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to part-time students entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year at an accredited 2-year or 4-year college or university in the United States while already employed in a science or technology field. Applicants must be U.S. citizens working toward a degree in engineering (aerospace, chemical, electrical, or systems), mathematics, physics, or computer science with a GPA of 3.4 or higher. They must be able to demonstrate academic achievement, patriotism, and potential to contribute to the American work force. Deadline for Receipt: September of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 2002.

3958 ■ ARMED FORCES COMMUNICATIONS AND ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION

Attn: AFCEA Educational Foundation
4400 Fair Lakes Court
Fairfax, VA 22033-3899
Tel: (703)631-6149
Free: 800-336-4583
Fax: (703)631-4693
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.afcea.org/education/scholarships/undergraduate/genemm.asp
To provide funding to veterans, military personnel, and their family members who are majoring in specified scientific fields in college.
Title of Award: General Emmett Paige Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Computer and information sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Chemical; Engineering, Computer; Engineering, Electrical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Physics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 11 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to veterans, persons on active duty in the uniformed military services, and their spouses or dependents who are currently enrolled full time in an accredited 4-year college or university in the United States. Graduating high school seniors are not eligible, but veterans entering college as freshmen may apply. Spouses or dependents must be sophomores or juniors. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, be of good moral character, have demonstrated academic excellence, be motivated to complete a college education, and be working toward a degree in engineering (aerospace, chemical, computer, or electrical), mathematics, physics, or computer science with a GPA of 3.4 or higher. They must provide a copy of Discharge Form DD214, Certificate of Service, or facsimile of their current Department of Defense or Coast Guard Identification Card. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

3959 ■ ARMED FORCES COMMUNICATIONS AND ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION

Attn: AFCEA Educational Foundation
4400 Fair Lakes Court
Fairfax, VA 22033-3899
Tel: (703)631-6149
Free: 800-336-4583
Fax: (703)631-4693
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.afcea.org/education/scholarships/undergraduate/veteran.asp
To provide financial assistance to veterans and military personnel who served in Afghanistan or Iraq and are working on an undergraduate degree in fields related to the support of U.S. intelligence enterprises.
Title of Award: Veterans of Enduring Freedom-Afghanistan and Iraqi Freedom Combat Operations Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Computer and information sciences; Engineering; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Computer; Engineering, Electrical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Physics; Systems engineering Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to active-duty and honorably discharged U.S. military veterans, Reservists, and National Guard personnel who served in combat operations of Enduring Freedom-Afghanistan or Iraqi Freedom. Applicants must be enrolled at a 2- or 4-year institution in the United States and working on an undergraduate degree in computer engineering technology, computer information systems, electronics engineering technology, engineering (aerospace, computer, electrical, or systems), mathematics, physics, or computer science. Along with their application, they must submit an essay that includes a brief synopsis of relevant work experience (including military assignments), a brief statement of career goals after graduation, and a explanation of how their academic and career goals will contribute to the areas related to communications, intelligence and/or information systems, and the mission of the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA). Financial need is also considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: October of each year. Additional Information: This scholarship was first offered in 2005.

3960 ■ ARMED FORCES COMMUNICATIONS AND ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION

Attn: AFCEA Educational Foundation
4400 Fair Lakes Court
Fairfax, VA 22033-3899
Tel: (703)631-6149
Free: 800-336-4583
Fax: (703)631-4693
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.afcea.org/education/scholarships/undergraduate/pub2.asp
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate students who are working full time on a degree in engineering or the sciences.
Title of Award: General John A. Wickham Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Computer and information sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Chemical; Engineering, Computer; Engineering, Electrical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Physics; Systems engineering Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 11 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time students entering their junior or senior year at an accredited degree-granting 4-year college or university in the United States. Applicants must be U.S. citizens working toward a degree in engineering (aerospace, chemical, computer, electrical, or systems), mathematics, physics, or computer science with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. They must be able to demonstrate academic achievement, patriotism, and potential to contribute to the American work force. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

3961 ■ ARMED FORCES COMMUNICATIONS AND ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION

Attn: AFCEA Educational Foundation
4400 Fair Lakes Court
Fairfax, VA 22033-3899
Tel: (703)631-6149
Free: 800-336-4583
Fax: (703)631-4693
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.afcea.org/education/scholarships/undergraduate/sgtjean.asp
To provide funding to members and veterans of the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) who are majoring in specified fields in college.
Title of Award: Marine Sgt. Jeannette L. Winters Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Computer and information sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Computer; Engineering, Electrical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Physics; Systems engineering Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to USMC personnel currently on active duty, in the Reserves, or honorably-discharged veterans who are enrolled full or part time in an accredited college or university in the United States. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, be of good moral character, have demonstrated academic excellence, be motivated to complete a college education, and be working on a degree in engineering (aerospace, computer, electrical, or systems), mathematics, physics, or computer science with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. They must provide a copy of Discharge Form DD214, Certificate of Service, or facsimile of their current Department of Defense Identification Card. Deadline for Receipt: September of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 2002 to honor a Marine who died when her KC-130 aircraft crashed in Pakistan.

3962 ■ AVIATION DISTRIBUTORS AND MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION

100 North 20th Street, Fourth Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103-1443
Tel: (215)564-3484
Fax: (215)963-9784
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.adma.org/aviation_scholarship.html
To provide financial assistance to students who are preparing for a career in the aviation field.
Title of Award: Aviation Distributors and Manufacturers Association Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 4 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to college students who are either 1) a third- or fourth-year student enrolled at an accredited institution in a bachelor's degree program preparing for a career in aviation management or as a professional pilot; or 2) a second-year student in an aircraft and powerplant (A&P) mechanic program at a 2-year accredited institution. Applicants must submit 2 letters of recommendation, a 500-word essay describing their desire to prepare for a career in aviation, and verification of a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Selection is based on academic performance, recommendations, extracurricular activities, leadership contributions, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

3963 ■ AVIATION INSURANCE ASSOCIATION

14 West Third Street, Suite 200
Kansas City, MO 64105
Tel: (816)221-8488
Fax: (816)472-7765
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.aiaweb.org
To provide financial assistance to college students preparing for a career in aviation.
Title of Award: Aviation Insurance Association Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $5,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students enrolled in an undergraduate aviation degree program at a college or university that is a member of the University Aviation Association (UAA). Applicants must have completed at least 45 college credits, of which 15 must be in aviation, with a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit 1) a letter describing their activities, leadership qualities, goals, and reasons for applying for these funds; 2) at least 1 letter of recommendation from an employer or instructor; 3) an official transcript; and 4) any FAA certificates. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Further information is also available from Bernard Wulle, Purdue University, Aviation Technology Department, 1 Purdue Airport, West Lafayette, IN 47906-3393.

3964 ■ COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF TEXAS

Attn: Scholarship Department
5500 Caruth Haven Lane
Dallas, TX 75225-8146
Tel: (214)750-4222
Fax: (214)750-4210
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.cftexas.org
To provide financial assistance to upper-division and graduate students who are working on a degree in aerospace science or aeronautical engineering.
Title of Award: General James H. Doolittle Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College, Graduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $5,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to college juniors, seniors, and graduate students who are working on a baccalaureate or advanced degree in aerospace science or aeronautical engineering. Applicants must have completed at least 52 hours of college course work with a GPA of 2.75 or higher. They must be able to demonstrate financial need. Along with their application, they must submit an essay (up to 3 pages) describing their interest in the field of aerospace science or aeronautical engineering, how that interest began, the course of studies pursued as a result of the interest, any special projects or jobs they have held that are related to the field, and their career goals. U.S. citizenship is required. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

3965 ■ COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF TEXAS

Attn: Scholarship Department
5500 Caruth Haven Lane
Dallas, TX 75225-8146
Tel: (214)750-4222
Fax: (214)750-4210
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.cftexas.org
To provide financial assistance to upper-division and graduate students who are working on a degree in journalism and have an interest in aviation.
Title of Award: George E. Haddaway Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Communications; Journalism Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College, Graduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500 per year. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to college juniors, seniors, and graduate students who can demonstrate interest in aviation by such activities as 1) current or former membership in the aviation program of a college or university, the Boy or Girl Scouts of America, the Civil Air Patrol, or a similar organization; or 2) pursuit or completion of the requirements for an aircraft license. Applicants must be working on a baccalaureate or advanced degree in print or electronic journalism and have completed at least 52 hours of college course work with a GPA of 2.75 or higher. They must be able to demonstrate financial need. Along with their application, they must submit an essay (200 to 500 words) describing their interest in aviation and how they might combine that interest with a career in journalism. U.S. citizenship is required. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year.

3966 ■ DAEDALIAN FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Committee
55 Main Circle (Building 676)
P.O. Box 249
Randolph AFB, TX 78148-0249
Tel: (210)945-2113
Fax: (210)945-2112
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.daedalians.org
To provide financial assistance to ROTC and other college students who wish to become military pilots.
Title of Award: Daedalian Academic Matching Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: Up to 99 each year. Funds Available: The amount awarded varies but is intended to serve as matching funds for the Flight scholarship. Generally, the maximum awarded is $2,000.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible are students who are attending or have been accepted at an accredited 4-year college or university and have demonstrated the desire and potential to become a commissioned military pilot. Usually, students in ROTC units of all services apply to local chapters (Flights) of Daedalian; if the Flight awards a scholarship, the application is forwarded to the Daedalian Foundation for 1 of these matching scholarships. College students not part of a ROTC program are eligible if their undergraduate goals and performance are consistent with Daedalian criteria. Selection is based on intention to pursue a career as a military pilot, demonstrated moral character and patriotism, scholastic and military standing and aptitude, and physical condition and aptitude for flight. Additional eligibility criteria may be set by a Flight Scholarship Selection Board. Deadline for Receipt: Applications may be submitted at any time.

3967 ■ DAEDALIAN FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Committee
55 Main Circle (Building 676)
P.O. Box 249
Randolph AFB, TX 78148-0249
Tel: (210)945-2113
Fax: (210)945-2112
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.daedalians.org
To provide financial assistance to descendants of members of the Order of Daedalians who wish to prepare for a career in military aviation or space.
Title of Award: Daedalian Foundation Descendants' Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aeronautics; Astronautics; Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College, Graduate Number Awarded: Up to 3 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to descendants of members of the order who are working on or planning to work on a baccalaureate or higher degree. Applicants must be interested in and willing to commit to a career as a commissioned military pilot, flight crew member, astronaut, or a commissioned officer in 1 of the armed forces of the United States in a discipline directly supporting aeronautics or astronautics. They must be physically and mentally qualified for flight and/or space; if they intend to pursue a non-flying career as a commissioned officer in a scientific or engineering discipline supporting aviation or space, they must pass a physical examination qualifying for active commissioned duty in the U.S. armed forces. Nominations must be submitted by a local chapter (Flight) of Daedalian. Selection is based on academic achievement and recognition, extracurricular activities, honors, and employment experience. Financial need may also be considered, but only if all other factors are equal. Deadline for Receipt: June of each year. Additional Information: The Order of Daedalians was founded in 1934 as an organization of the nearly 14,000 aviators who served as military pilots during World War I and are still listed and designated as Founder Members. In the 1950s, the organization expanded eligibility to include 1) on a sponsorship basis, current and former commissioned military pilots from all services, and 2) on a hereditary basis, descendants of Founder Members.

3968 ■ DAEDALIAN FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Committee
55 Main Circle (Building 676)
P.O. Box 249
Randolph AFB, TX 78148-0249
Tel: (210)945-2113
Fax: (210)945-2112
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.daedalians.org
To provide financial assistance to college students who are participating in a ROTC program and wish to become military pilots.
Title of Award: John and Alice Egan Multi-Year Mentoring Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: Up to 11 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed up to 2 or 3 additional years, provided the recipient maintains a GPA of 3.0 or higher and is enrolled in an undergraduate program.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who have completed at least the freshman year at an accredited 4-year college or university and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants must be participating in an ROTC program and be medically qualified for flight training. They must plan to apply for and be awarded a military pilot training allocation at the appropriate juncture in their ROTC program. Selection is based on intention to prepare for a career as a military pilot, demonstrated moral character and patriotism, scholastic and military standing and aptitude, and physical condition and aptitude for flight. Deadline for Receipt: July of each year. Additional Information: This program began in 2003. It includes a mentoring component.

3969 ■ DELTA ZETA SORORITY

Attn: Foundation Coordinator
202 East Church Street
Oxford, OH 45056
Tel: (513)523-7597
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.deltazeta.org/pages/content/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance for continued undergraduate study to members of Delta Zeta Sorority.
Title of Award: Arlene Davis Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend ranges from $900 to $1,100, depending on the availability of funds. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the sorority who have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants should be entering their sophomore or junior year and working on a degree closely related to aviation. They must submit an official transcript, a statement of their career goals, information on their service to the sorority, documentation of campus activities and/or community involvement, and a list of academic honors. Financial need is also considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

3970 ■ E-PUBLISHING GROUP, LLC

Attn: COMM1 Radio Simulators
113A East Church Street
Frederick, MD 21701
Tel: (301)620-9500; 888-333-2855
Fax: (301)620-9501
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.comm1.com
To provide financial assistance to students attending college to prepare for a career in aviation.
Title of Award: COMM1 Radio Aviation Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduates working on a degree as preparation for a career in aviation. Applicants must complete the statement, "Proper pilot communications are essential to aviation safety because…" Selection is based on aviation career aspirations, academic and flight training records, recommendations from mentor, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: September of each year. Additional Information: This program began in 2001.

3971 ■ FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIATION

Past Regional Presidents Club
c/o W. Ralph Holcombe, Secretary/Treasurer
4911 Fennell Court
Suffolk, VA 23435
Tel: (757)484-7403
Fax: (757)686-5952
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.fraprpscholarships.org
To provide financial assistance to relatives of members of the Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) interested in studying aeronautical engineering or aviation in college.
Title of Award: Walter Beale Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Engineering; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The amounts of the awards depend on the availability of funds and the need of the recipients; they range from $2,000 to $5,000. Duration: 1 year; renewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to spouses, children, and grandchildren of active-duty, reserve, and retired personnel of the Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard who are relatives of FRA members in good standing (or who were in good standing at the time of their death). Students in a reserve officer candidate program receiving aid are not eligible. Applicants must be enrolled at an accredited college, university, or technical institution in the United States in a program related to engineering, aviation, or aeronautical engineering. Selection is based on GPA, scholastic aptitude test scores, curriculum goals, interests, community activities, awards, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

3972 ■ GENERAL AVIATION MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION

Attn: Director of Administration
1400 K Street, N.W., Suite 801
Washington, DC 20005-2485
Tel: (202)393-1500
Fax: (202)842-4063
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.gama.aero/resources/AVEducation/index.php
To provide financial assistance to students at schools belonging to the National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA).
Title of Award: Dr. Harold S. Wood Award for Excellence Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 11 district winners and 1 national winner. Funds Available: The national winner is presented with an engraved propeller trophy and a $1,000 cash award. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: Nominations are solicited from NIFA-member schools in each of the 11 NIFA regions. There is no limit to the number of applications submitted by each school. Eligible to be nominated by these schools are currently-enrolled students who have at least a 3.0 GPA. Each NIFA region chooses 1 winning finalist from the entries. A national winner is then chosen from the 11 finalists. Selection, on both levels, is based on academic record (30%), aviation-related extracurricular activities (50%), and service and contributions to school and community (20%). Deadline for Receipt: Nominations must be submitted in February of each year.

3973 ■ GEORGIA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o Georgia Institute of Technology
Aerospace Engineering
Space Science and Technology Building, Room 210
Atlanta, GA 30332-0150
Tel: (404)894-0521
Fax: (404)894-9313
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.ae.gatech.edu/organizations/gsgc/html/fellowship.htm
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate and graduate study of space-related fields to students at member institutions of the Georgia Space Grant Consortium (GSGC).
Title of Award: Georgia Space Grant Consortium Fellowships Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Computer and information sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified).
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens who are undergraduate and graduate students at member institutions of the GSGC. Applicants must be working on a degree in mathematics, science, engineering, computer science, or a technical discipline related to space. Selection is based on transcripts, 3 letters of reference, and an essay of 100 to 500 words on the applicant's professional interests and objectives and their relationship to the field of aerospace. Awards are provided as part of the Space Grant program of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), which encourages participation by women, minorities, and people with disabilities. Additional Information: Institutions that are members of the GSGC include Albany State University, Clark Atlanta University, Columbus State University, Fort Valley State University, Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University, Mercer University, Morehouse College, Spelman College, State University of West Georgia, and the University of Georgia. This program is funded by NASA.

3974 ■ HANSCOM OFFICERS' WIVES' CLUB

Attn: Scholarship Chair
P.O. Box 557
Bedford, MA 01730
Tel: (781)275-1251
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hanscomowc.org
To provide financial assistance to children of military personnel and veterans in New England who are interested in studying aeronautics and space in college.
Title of Award: COL Chuck Jones Memorial Award Area, Field, or Subject: Aeronautics; Aerospace sciences; Communications; Engineering; Meteorology; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to college-bound high school seniors living in New England who are dependents of active-duty, retired, or deceased military members of any branch of service. Also eligible are dependents of military recruiters working in the New York area and students living elsewhere but whose military sponsor is stationed at Hanscom Air Force Base. Applicants must demonstrate qualities of responsibility, leadership, scholastics, citizenship, and diversity of interest. They must have a valid military identification card and be planning to work on a college degree in a field related to aeronautics and space (including communications, meteorology, air/space maintenance, manufacturing processing, engineering, and the astronaut program). Along with their application, they must submit a 2-page essay on their educational goals, how their educational experience will help prepare them to pursue future goals, and how they intend to apply their education to better their community. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program was established to honor a victim of an airplane crash on September 11, 2001. It is sponsored by the Paul Revere Chapter of the Air Force Association.

3975 ■ HANSCOM OFFICERS' WIVES' CLUB

Attn: Scholarship Chair
P.O. Box 557
Bedford, MA 01730
Tel: (781)275-1251
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hanscomowc.org
To provide financial assistance to children of military personnel and veterans in New England who are interested in studying aviation in college.
Title of Award: Brian Sweeney Memorial Award Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Civil; Environmental science; Meteorology; Protective services Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to college-bound high school seniors living in New England who are dependents of active-duty, retired, or deceased military members of any branch of service. Also eligible are dependents of military recruiters working in the New York area and students living elsewhere but whose military sponsor is stationed at Hanscom Air Force Base. Applicants must demonstrate qualities of responsibility, leadership, scholastics, citizenship, and diversity of interest. They must have a valid military identification card and be planning to work on a college degree in a field related to aviation (including civil, aeronautical, and environmental engineering; maintenance; management; aviation safety and security; and meteorology). Along with their application, they must submit a 2-page essay on their educational goals, how their educational experience will help prepare them to pursue future goals, and how they intend to apply their education to better their community. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: This program was established to honor a victim of an airplane crash on September 11, 2001. It is sponsored by the Paul Revere Chapter of the Air Force Association.

3976 ■ HAWAI'I COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Department
1164 Bishop Street, Suite 800
Honolulu, HI 96813
Tel: (808)566-5570; 888-731-3863
Fax: (808)521-6286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/scholar/scholar.php
To provide financial assistance to Hawaii residents who are interested in preparing for a career in aerospace.
Title of Award: Ellison Onizuka Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The amounts of the awards depend on the availability of funds and the need of the recipient. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors in Hawaii who are interested in preparing for an aerospace career. No direct applications are accepted; candidates must be nominated by their high school principal. Nominees must be residents of the state of Hawaii; able to demonstrate financial need; interested in attending an accredited 2- or 4-year college or university; and able to demonstrate academic achievement (GPA of 2.7 or higher). Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: Recipients may attend school in Hawaii or on the mainland.

3977 ■ HISPANIC ENGINEER NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS CONFERENCE

3900 Whiteside Street
Los Angeles, CA 90063
Tel: (323)262-0997
Fax: (323)262-0946
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.henaac.org/scholarships
To provide financial assistance to Hispanic undergraduate students majoring in engineering and related fields.
Title of Award: Ford/HENAAC Scholars Program Area, Field, or Subject: Computer and information sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Industrial; Engineering, Mechanical Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 5 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $5,000. Duration: 1 year; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Hispanic undergraduate students who are enrolled full time in computer science or the following engineering fields: aeronautical, electrical, industrial, and, mechanical. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. U.S. citizenship is required. Academic achievement and campus community activities are considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by Ford Motor Company as part of its effort to support the mission of the Hispanic Engineer National Achievement Awards Conference (HENAAC) to promote technical excellence and leadership in the Hispanic community.

3978 ■ HISPANIC ENGINEER NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS CONFERENCE

3900 Whiteside Street
Los Angeles, CA 90063
Tel: (323)262-0997
Fax: (323)262-0946
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.henaac.org/scholarships
To provide financial assistance to Hispanic undergraduate students majoring in engineering and related fields.
Title of Award: Northrop Grumman/HENAAC Scholars Program Area, Field, or Subject: Architecture, Naval; Computer and information sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Chemical; Engineering, Civil; Engineering, Computer; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Industrial; Engineering, Mechanical; Engineering, Ocean; Information science and technology; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Physics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 5 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $5,000. Duration: 1 year; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Hispanic undergraduate students who are enrolled full time in the following engineering fields: aerospace, chemical, civil, computer, electrical, industrial, manufacturing, marine, mechanical, ocean, or structural. Students majoring in computer science, information science, mathematics, naval architecture, and physics are also eligible. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Academic achievement and campus community activities are considered in the selection process. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: This program is sponsored by Northrop Grumman as part of its effort to support the mission of the Hispanic Engineer National Achievement Awards Conference (HENAAC) to promote technical excellence and leadership in the Hispanic community.

3979 ■ IDAHO SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o University of Idaho
College of Engineering
P.O. Box 441011
Moscow, ID 83844-1011
Tel: (208)885-6438
Fax: (208)885-1399
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://isgc.uidaho.edu
To provide financial assistance for study in space-related fields to undergraduate students at institutions belonging to the Idaho Space Grant Consortium (ISGC).
Title of Award: Idaho Space Grant Consortium Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Education; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Science; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 24 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is up to $1,000 per year. Funds are to be used to pay for registration at colleges in the consortium. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time undergraduate students at ISGC member institutions. Applicants must be majoring in engineering, mathematics, science, or science/math education and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. They should be planning to work on a 4-year degree in a space-related field. Along with their application, they must submit a 500-word essay on their future career and educational goals and why they believe the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) should support their education. U.S. citizenship is required. As a component of the NASA Space Grant program, the ISGC encourages participation by women, underrepresented minorities, and persons with disabilities. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Members of the consortium include Albertson College of Idaho, Boise State University, College of Southern Idaho, Idaho State University, Lewis Clark State College, North Idaho College, Northwest Nazarene College, Brigham Young University of Idaho, and the University of Idaho. This program is funded by NASA.

3980 ■ IDAHO SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o University of Idaho
College of Engineering
P.O. Box 441011
Moscow, ID 83844-1011
Tel: (208)885-6438
Fax: (208)885-1399
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://isgc.uidaho.edu
To provide funding to faculty and students at member institutions of the Idaho Space Grant Consortium (ISGC) who are interested in traveling to meetings or conferences.
Title of Award: Idaho Space Grant Consortium Travel Grants Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Postdoctoral, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Grants up to half the total cost of the travel.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to faculty members and students at institutions affiliated with ISGC. Applicants must be interested in traveling to a field center of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) or a NASA-related meeting or conference. Students may travel to summer internships at NASA centers; faculty may travel to establish contacts with out-of-state scientists or researchers. International travel is not supported. U.S. citizenship is required. Deadline for Receipt: Applications may be submitted at any time. Additional Information: Members of the consortium include Albertson College of Idaho, Boise State University, College of Southern Idaho, Idaho State University, Lewis Clark State College, North Idaho College, Northwest Nazarene College, Brigham Young University of Idaho, and the University of Idaho. This program is funded by NASA.

3981 ■ INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF EXPLOSIVES ENGINEERS

Attn: SEE Education Foundation
30325 Bainbridge Road
Cleveland, OH 44139
Tel: (440)349-4400
Fax: (440)349-3788
Web Site: http://www.isee.org/education/SEEFoundation.htm
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate engineering students interested in preparing for a career involving the use of explosives.
Title of Award: SEE Education Foundation Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Engineering; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Automotive; Engineering, Industrial; Engineering, Mining and Mineral Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students working on their first associate, undergraduate, or graduate degree as a full-time student at an accredited college or university. Applicants must show an interest in the use of explosives and intend to enter an explosives-related field, such as mining, construction, forestry, manufacturing, automotives, or aerospace. If they have already completed some college work, their GPA must be 2.9 or higher. Selection is based on career and personal ambition, academic potential, written communications, ability to overcome personal hardships and/or challenges, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year.

3982 ■ IOWA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

Attn: Director
Iowa State University
2271 Howe Hall, Room 2365
Ames, IA 50011-2271
Tel: (515)294-3106
Free: 800-854-1667
Fax: (515)294-3361
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.ia.spacegrant.org
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students majoring in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) disciplines at member institutions of the Iowa Space Grant Consortium (ISGC).
Title of Award: Iowa Space Grant Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Biological and clinical sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Science; Space and planetary sciences; Technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College, Graduate Number Awarded: Approximately 16 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $6,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens enrolled full time as undergraduate or graduate students at ISGC member institutions. Applicants must be majoring in a STEM discipline of interest to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. They must be interested in working on the base research program at their institution. Students from underrepresented groups (women, minorities, and persons with disabilities) are especially encouraged to apply. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: Member institutions of ISGC, and their base programs, include Drake University (molecular biology and space life sciences), Iowa State University (the Spacecraft Systems and Operations Laboratory), the University of Iowa (the Operator Performance Laboratory), and the University of Northern Iowa (student research program on Iowa's lakes and wetlands). Funding for this program is provided by NASA.

3983 ■ KANSAS SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o University of Kansas
Learned Hall
1530 West 15th
Lawrence, KS 66045-7609
Tel: (785)864-7401
Fax: (785)864-3361
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://nasainkansas.org/ksgc/kansas_space_grant_consortium_ksgc
To provide funding for space-related activities to students and faculty at member institutions of the Kansas Space Grant Consortium.
Title of Award: Kansas Space Grant Consortium Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Postdoctoral, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Each participating institution determines the amounts of its awards.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to faculty and students at member institutions. Support is provided for undergraduate research scholarships, graduate research assistantships, undergraduate and graduate student participation in activities sponsored by the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), faculty participation in NASA research projects, and other activities in fields of interest to NASA. The consortium is a component of NASA's Space Grant program, which encourages participation by women, underrepresented minorities, and persons with disabilities. Deadline for Receipt: Each participating institution establishes its own deadlines. Additional Information: The member institutions of the consortium are Emporia State University, Fort Hayes State University, Haskell Indian Nations University, Kansas State University, Pittsburgh State University, University of Kansas, and Wichita State University. Funding for this program is provided by NASA.

3984 ■ KENTUCKY SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o Western Kentucky University
Department of Physics and Astronomy, TCCW 246
1906 College Heights Boulevard 11077
Bowling Green, KY 42101-1077
Tel: (270)745-4156
Fax: (270)745-4255
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.wku.edu/KSGC
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate students at member institutions of the Kentucky Space Grant Consortium (KSGC) interested in pursuing education and research in space-related fields.
Title of Award: Kentucky Space Grant Consortium Undergraduate Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The grant is $5,000, including a stipend of $4,500 and an additional $500 to support the student's mentored research project. Matching grants of at least $4,000 are required. Preference is given to applicants from schools that agree to waive tuition for the scholar as part of the program. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed depending on the quality of the student's research and satisfactory performance in the program of study as evidenced by grades, presentation of research results, and evaluation of progress by the mentor.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduate students at member institutions of the KSGC. Applicants must be enrolled in a baccalaureate degree program in a space-related field or teaching specialization. As part of the program, a faculty member must agree to serve as a mentor on a research project. U.S. citizenship is required. Selection is based on academic qualifications of the applicant, quality of the proposed research program and its relevance to space-related science and technology, and applicant's motivation for a space-related career as expressed in an essay on interests and goals. Applications are especially encouraged from women, members of other underrepresented groups (including minorities and people with disabilities), and students involved in projects of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) such as NASA EPSCoR and SHARP. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program is funded by NASA. The KSGC member institutions are Bellarmine University, Centre College, Eastern Kentucky University, Kentucky State University, Morehead State University, Murray State University, Northern Kentucky University, Thomas More College, Transylvania University, University of Kentucky, University of Louisville, and Western Kentucky University.

3985 ■ CLARE BOOTHE LUCE FUND

c/o Henry Luce Foundation, Inc.
111 West 50th Street, Suite 4601
New York, NY 10020
Tel: (212)489-7700
Fax: (212)581-9541
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.hluce.org
To provide funding to women interested in studying science or engineering at the undergraduate level at designated universities.
Title of Award: Clare Boothe Luce Scholarships in Science and Engineering Area, Field, or Subject: Biological and clinical sciences; Chemistry; Computer and information sciences; Engineering; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Civil; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Mechanical; Engineering, Nuclear; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Meteorology; Physics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies; since the program began, more than 800 of these scholarships have been awarded. Funds Available: The amount awarded is established individually by each of the participating institutions. The stipends are intended to augment rather than replace any existing institutional support in these fields. Each stipend is calculated to include the cost of room and board as well as tuition and other fees or expenses. Duration: 2 years; in certain special circumstances, awards for the full 4 years of undergraduate study may be offered.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to female undergraduate students (particularly juniors and seniors) majoring in biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering (aeronautical, civil, electrical, mechanical, nuclear, and others), mathematics, meteorology, and physics. Applicants must be U.S. citizens attending 1 of the 12 designated colleges and universities affiliated with this program; periodically, other institutions are invited to participate. Premedical science majors are ineligible for this competition. The participating institutions select the recipients without regard to race, age, religion, ethnic background, or need. All awards are made on the basis of merit. Deadline for Receipt: Varies; check with the participating institutions for their current schedule. Additional Information: The participating institutions are Boston University, Colby College, Creighton University, Fordham University, Georgetown University, Marymount University, Mount Holyoke College, St. John's University, Santa Clara University, Seton Hall University, Trinity College, and University of Notre Dame.

3986 ■ MAINE SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

Attn: Executive Director
87 Winthrop Street, Suite 200
Augusta, ME 04330
Tel: (207)622-4688; 877-397-7223
Fax: (207)622-4548
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.msgc.org/education_students.asp
To provide funding to undergraduate and graduate students at colleges and universities in Maine interested in working on projects related to space.
Title of Award: Maine Space Grant Consortium Scholarship and Fellowship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Biological and clinical sciences; Computer and information sciences; Earth sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Geosciences; Physical sciences; Social sciences; Space and planetary sciences; Technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Stipends are $2,500 for undergraduates or $5,000 for graduate students. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens who are enrolled on a full-time basis in an undergraduate or graduate program at a 2- or 4-year college or university in Maine, including those not members of the Maine Space Grant Consortium. Applicants must be proposing to conduct a project on a topic of interest to the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in biological, earth, physical, social, or space science; human exploration and development of space; or other related science, technology, computer, or engineering fields. Undergraduates must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher; graduate students must have a GPA of 3.2 or higher. Proposals may involve conducting research at their home institution, traveling to conduct research and/or to present finished project work at a NASA field center, or facilitating technology transfer from NASA to their institution and industry in Maine. Applications are especially encouraged from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Selection is based on the relevance of the project to NASA's mission and its strategic enterprises, collaboration with researchers at NASA space flight centers, qualifications of the student, technical content and quality of the proposal, and recommendation from a faculty member. Deadline for Receipt: May or October of each year. Additional Information: This program is funded by NASA.

3987 ■ MAINE SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

Attn: Executive Director
87 Winthrop Street, Suite 200
Augusta, ME 04330
Tel: (207)622-4688; 877-397-7223
Fax: (207)622-4548
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.msgc.org/education_students.asp
To provide funding to undergraduate and graduate students at member institutions of the Maine Space Grant Consortium (MSGC) interested in working on projects related to space.
Title of Award: MSGC Undergraduate and Graduate Research Fellowships Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Biological and clinical sciences; Earth sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Geosciences; Physical sciences; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Stipends vary at participating institutions, ranging from $2,500 to $5,000 per year for undergraduates and from $5,000 to $15,000 per year for graduate students. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens who are enrolled on a full-time basis in an undergraduate or graduate program at a MSGC member institution. Applicants must be proposing to conduct a project on a topic of interest to the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in aerospace technology, biological and physical research, space science, earth science, human exploration and development of space, and other related science or engineering fields. They may be proposing to conduct research at their home institution, spend time conducting research at a NASA flight center, facilitate the development of a liaison between researchers at their home institution and a NASA center, or facilitate technology transfer from their home institution to industry. Selection is based on the relevance of the proposed research project to NASA's mission. Applications are especially encouraged from women and minorities. Deadline for Receipt: Each participating institution sets its own deadline. Additional Information: The member institutions are the University of Maine, the University of Southern Maine, the University of New England, and Maine Maritime Academy. This program is funded by NASA.

3988 ■ MARYLAND HIGHER EDUCATION COMMISSION

Attn: Office of Student Financial Assistance
839 Bestgate Road, Suite 400
Annapolis, MD 21401-3013
Tel: (410)260-4545
Free: 800-974-1024
Fax: (410)974-5376
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.mhec.state.md.us/financialAid/ProgramDescriptions/prog_scm.asp
To provide scholarship/loans to Maryland residents who wish to prepare for a teaching career.
Title of Award: Sharon Christa McAuliffe Memorial Teacher Education Award Area, Field, or Subject: Chemistry; Classical studies; Computer and information sciences; Earth sciences; Education; Education, English as a second language; Education, Special; Education, Vocational-technical; Foreign languages; Geosciences; Health care services; Hearing and deafness; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Physical sciences; Physics; Space and planetary sciences; Visual impairment Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Master's, Professional, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The amount of the award is based on the recipient's enrollment and housing status, to a maximum of $17,000 per year. The total amount of all state awards may not exceed the cost of attendance as determined by the school's financial aid office or $17,800, whichever is less. Following graduation, recipients must teach at a Maryland public school for 1 year for each year of financial aid received under this program. If they fail to meet that service obligation, they must repay all funds they received with interest. They must begin the service obligation within 12 months of graduation. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for 1 additional year if the recipient maintains satisfactory academic progress with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and enrollment at a 2-year or 4-year Maryland college or university in an approved teacher education program.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to Maryland residents who are college students with at least 60 semester credit hours completed, college graduates, and teachers in a non-critical shortage area. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and plan to teach in a field identified as a critical shortage area. Selection is based on cumulative GPA, applicable work or volunteer experience, quality of academic background in certification field, and a writing sample. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: Recently, the eligible critical shortage areas were business education, chemistry, computer science, earth and space science, English for speakers of other languages, family and consumer sciences, German, health occupations, Latin, mathematics, physical science, physics, Spanish, special education (generic infant-grade 3, generic grades 1-8, generic grades 6-adult, hearing impaired, severely and profoundly handicapped, visually impaired), and technology education.

3989 ■ MARYLAND SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o Johns Hopkins University
203 Bloomberg Center for Physics and Astronomy
3400 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218-2686
Tel: (410)516-7351
Fax: (410)516-4109
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.mdspacegrant.org/scholars_about.html
To provide financial assistance to undergraduates who are interested in studying space-related fields at selected universities in Maryland that are members of the Maryland Space Grant Consortium.
Title of Award: Maryland Space Scholars Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Astronomy and astronomical sciences; Biological and clinical sciences; Chemistry; Computer and information sciences; Engineering; Geology; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Physics; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently 16 of these scholarships were awarded (2 at Johns Hopkins University, 5 at Morgan State University, 2 at Hagerstown Community College, 2 at Towson University, and 5 at the University of Maryland at College Park). Funds Available: Scholars receive partial payment of tuition at the participating university they attend. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed if the recipient maintains a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Maryland and graduates of Maryland high schools who are enrolled full time at a member institution. Applicants must be interested in preparing for a career in mathematics, science, engineering, technology, or a space-related field. They must be majoring in a relevant field, including (but not limited to) astronomy, the biological and life sciences, chemistry, computer science, engineering, geological sciences, or physics. U.S. citizenship is required. Along with their application, they must submit an essay of 200 to 500 words on how this scholarship will help them meet their educational and financial goals. This program is a component of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Space Grant program, which encourages participation by women, underrepresented minorities, and persons with disabilities. Deadline for Receipt: August of each year. Additional Information: The participating universities are Hagerstown Community College, Johns Hopkins University, Morgan State University, Towson University, the University of Maryland at College Park, and Washington College. Funding for this program is provided by NASA.

3990 ■ MICHIGAN SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o University of Michigan
2106 Space Physics Research Laboratory
2455 Hayward Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2143
Tel: (734)764-9508
Fax: (734)764-4585
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.engin.umich.edu/dept/aero/msgc/fellow
To provide funding to students at member institutions of the Michigan Space Grant Consortium who wish to conduct space-related research.
Title of Award: Michigan Space Grant Consortium Fellowships Area, Field, or Subject: Aeronautics; Aerospace sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Space and planetary sciences; Technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 23 undergraduate fellowships and 13 graduate fellowships were awarded. Funds Available: The maximum grant is $2,500 for undergraduates or $5,000 for graduate students.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduate and graduate students at affiliates of the Michigan consortium who are proposing to conduct research in aerospace, space science, earth system science, and other related fields in science, engineering, or mathematics; students working on educational research topics in mathematics, science, or technology are also eligible. Applicants must identify a mentor in the faculty research, education, or public service communities with whom they intend to work and who is available to write a letter of recommendation for the student. U.S. citizenship is required. Women, underrepresented minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. Deadline for Receipt: November of each year. Additional Information: The consortium consists of Eastern Michigan University, Grand Valley State University, Hope College, Michigan State University, Michigan Technological University, Oakland University, Saginaw Valley State University, University of Michigan, Wayne State University, and Western Michigan University. This program is supported by the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

3991 ■ MISSISSIPPI SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o University of Mississippi
217 Vardaman Hall
P.O. Box 1848
University, MS 38677-1848
Tel: (662)915-1187
Fax: (662)915-3927
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.olemiss.edu/programs/nasa
To provide funding to undergraduate and graduate students for space-related activities at colleges and universities that are members of the Mississippi Space Grant Consortium.
Title of Award: Mississippi Space Grant Consortium Scholarships and Fellowships Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Science; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, a total of 47 students received support through this program. Funds Available: Each participating institution establishes the amounts of the awards. Recently, the average undergraduate award was $1,308 and the average graduate award was $2,975. A total of $96,350 was awarded.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduate and graduate students at member institutions of the Mississippi consortium. Each participating college or university establishes its own program and criteria for admission, but all activities are in engineering, mathematics, and science fields of interest to the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). U.S. citizenship is required. The consortium is a component of NASA's Space Grant program, which encourages participation by women, underrepresented minorities, and persons with disabilities. Additional Information: Consortium members include Alcorn State University, Coahoma Community College, Delta State University, Hinds Community College (Utica Campus), Itawamba Community College, Jackson State University, Meridian Community College, Mississippi Delta Community College, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, Mississippi State University, Mississippi University for Women, Mississippi Valley State University, Northeast Mississippi Community College, Pearl River Community College, the University of Mississippi, and the University of Southern Mississippi. This program is funded by NASA.

3992 ■ MONTANA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o Montana State University
416 Cobleigh Hall
P.O. Box 173835
Bozeman, MT 59717-3835
Tel: (406)994-4223
Fax: (406)994-4452
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://spacegrant.montana.edu/Text/ScholarProgram.html
To provide financial assistance to students in Montana who are interested in working on an undergraduate degree in the space sciences and/or engineering.
Title of Award: Montana Space Grant Consortium Undergraduate Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Astronomy and astronomical sciences; Biological and clinical sciences; Chemistry; Computer and information sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Chemical; Engineering, Civil; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Mechanical; Geology; Physics; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 23 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time undergraduate students at member institutions of the Montana Space Grant Consortium (MSGC) majoring in fields related to space sciences and engineering. Those fields include, but are not limited to, astronomy, biological and life sciences, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil engineering, computer sciences, electrical engineering, geological sciences, mathematics, mechanical engineering, and physics. Priority is given to students who have been involved in aerospace-related research. U.S. citizenship is required. The MSGC is a component of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Space Grant program, which encourages participation by women, underrepresented minorities, and persons with disabilities. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: The MSGC member institutions are Blackfeet Community College, Carroll College, Chief Dull Knife College, Fort Belknap College, Fort Peck Community College, Little Big Horn College, Montana State University at Billings, Montana State University at Bozeman, Montana State University Northern, Montana Tech, Rocky Mountain College, Salish Kootenai College, Stone Child College, University of Great Falls, University of Montana, and University of Montana Western. Funding for this program is provided by NASA.

3993 ■ NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

Attn: Program Manager,
NASA Headquarters
Washington, DC 20546-0001
Tel: (202)358-1523
Fax: (202)358-3048
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/postsecondary/learning/Space_Grant.html
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students interested in preparing for a career in a space-related field.
Title of Award: National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Space and planetary sciences; Technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Each consortium establishes the terms of the fellowship program in its state.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduate and graduate students at colleges and universities that participate in the National Space Grant program of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) through their state consortium. Applicants must be interested in a program of study and/or research in a field of science, mathematics, engineering, or technology (SMET) related to space. A specific goal of the program is to increase preparation by members of underrepresented groups (minorities, women, and persons with disabilities) for SMET space-related careers. Deadline for Receipt: Each consortium sets its own deadlines. Additional Information: NASA established the Space Grant program in 1989. It operates through 52 consortia in each state, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Each consortium includes selected colleges and universities in that state as well as other affiliates from industry, museums, science centers, and state and local agencies.

3994 ■ NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL AVIATION ASSOCIATION

Attn: Women of the NAAA
1005 E Street, S.E.
Washington, DC 20003-2947
Tel: (202)546-5722
Fax: (202)546-5726
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.agaviation.org/scholarship.htm
To recognize and reward outstanding student essays on agricultural aviation.
Title of Award: Women's National Agricultural Aviation Association Scholarship Essay Contest Area, Field, or Subject: Agricultural sciences; Aviation; General studies/Field of study not specified; Writing Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: First prize is $2,000; second prize is $1,000. Duration: The competition is held annually.
Eligibility Requirements: This competition is open to the children, grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, or spouses of any National Agricultural Aviation Association operator, pilot member, retired operator, or pilot who maintains an active membership in the association. The contest is also open to the children, grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, or spouses of an allied industry member. Entrants must be high school seniors, high school graduates, or college students. They may be of any age pursuing any area of education beyond high school. They are invited to submit an essay, up to 1,500 words, on a theme related to agricultural aviation that changes annually; recently, the topic was "Agricultural Aviation's Contribution to the World's Food Supply." A photograph of the entrant and a short biography should accompany the submission. Essays are judged on theme, development, clarity, and originality. Deadline for Receipt: August of each year.

3995 ■ NATIONAL AIR TRANSPORTATION FOUNDATION

Attn: Manager, Education and Training
4226 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22302
Tel: (703)845-9000
Free: 800-808-6282
Fax: (703)845-8176
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.nata.aero/about/sch_meisinger.jsp
To provide financial assistance for flight training to college students.
Title of Award: Dan L. Meisinger, Sr. Memorial Learn to Fly Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500. Funds may be used only for initial or primary flight training. Scholarship checks are made payable jointly to the recipient and the participating flight school. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to college students currently enrolled in an aviation program with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Preference is given to residents of Kansas, Missouri, and Illinois. Along with their application, they must submit a statement of their plans as they relate to their educational, flight training, and career objectives; future goals; and contributions and commitment to general aviation. Selection is based on academic record, potential to succeed, leadership and participation in school and community activities, and relevant work experience. Deadline for Receipt: November of each year. Additional Information: A $5 application fee is required.

3996 ■ NATIONAL AIR TRANSPORTATION FOUNDATION

Attn: Manager, Education and Training
4226 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22302
Tel: (703)845-9000
Free: 800-808-6282
Fax: (703)845-8176
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.nata.aero/about/sch_business.jsp
To provide financial assistance for continuing education to employees of member companies of the National Air Transportation Association (NATA)
Title of Award: NATA Business Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Professional, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500. Scholarship checks are made payable jointly to the recipient and the training institute. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and possess a student pilot certificate (or higher) with a third class medical certificate. They must be nominated and endorsed by a regular or associate member of the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) and able to demonstrate a commitment to general aviation. Applicable training includes aviation maintenance programs, pilot certificate or rating, or aviation-related 2-year, 4-year, or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university. Along with their application, they must submit a 500-word essay on their aviation history and goals; educational scholarships, awards, and honors received; what they have done to achieve their goals; where they see themselves in 5 and 10 years; how the scholarship will help them achieve their objective, including their present financial need; the type of training or education for which they need assistance; and where they would obtain the training if granted this scholarship. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: A $5 application fee is required.

3997 ■ NATIONAL AIR TRANSPORTATION FOUNDATION

Attn: Manager, Education and Training
4226 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22302
Tel: (703)845-9000
Free: 800-808-6282
Fax: (703)845-8176
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.nata.aero/about/sch_pioneersofflight.jsp
To provide financial assistance for college to students planning careers in general aviation.
Title of Award: Pioneers of Flight Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed 1 additional year if the recipient maintains a 3.0 GPA and full-time enrollment.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students intending to enroll full time at an accredited 4-year college or university as juniors or seniors. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in a career in general aviation (not the major commercial airlines) and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Along with their application, they must submit a 250-word essay on their goals in general aviation. Selection is based on that essay, academic record, and letter of recommendation. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: This program, established in 1989, is administered by the University Aviation Association (UAA), which selects the semifinalists. The National Air Transportation Foundation selects the final winners. Further information is available from the UAA, c/o Gregory Schwab, Indiana State University, Department of Aerospace Technology, TC 216, Terre Haute, IN 47809, E-mail: aeschwab@isugw. indstate.edu. A $5 application fee is required.

3998 ■ NATIONAL GAY PILOTS ASSOCIATION

Attn: NGPA Education Fund
P.O. Box 7271
Dallas, TX 75209-0271
Tel: (214)336-0873
Fax: (214)350-0447
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.ngpa.org/education.html
To provide financial assistance to those affiliated with the gay and lesbian community who have expressed an interest in an aviation career as a professional pilot.
Title of Award: NGPA Education Fund Area, Field, or Subject: Aeronautics; Aerospace sciences; Aviation; Engineering; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000 per year. Funds are paid directly to the educational institution and cannot be used to pay for the basic Private Certificate; they must be applied toward advanced flight training at a facility certified under FAR Part 141 or to college tuition if enrolled in an accredited aviation degree program. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be preparing for a career as a professional pilot. They must be 1) accepted at or currently enrolled in an accredited college or university with an aviation-related curriculum (aerospace, aerodynamics, engineering, airport management, etc.) or 2) accepted to or currently undergoing a course of study in a recognized professional pilot aviation training program in an institution of higher learning, aviation technical school, or school that provides advanced pilot training under FAR Part 141. They must have at least a Private Pilot Certificate. While scholarships are not awarded on the basis of an individual's sexual orientation, applicants must provide evidence of their contribution to the gay and lesbian community. Selection is based on demonstrated personal excellence, aviation accomplishments, potential to become a successful professional pilot, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: November of each year.

3999 ■ NATIONAL SOCIETY OF BLACK ENGINEERS

Attn: Programs Department
1454 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Tel: (703)549-2207
Fax: (703)683-5312
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.nsbe.org/programs/schol_delta.php
To provide financial assistance to members of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) who are majoring in designated science and engineering fields.
Title of Award: Delta Air Lines NSBE Corporate Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Computer and information sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Chemical; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Materials; Engineering, Mechanical; Materials research/science Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $3,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the society who are college juniors or seniors majoring in the following fields of study: aerospace/aeronautical engineering, chemical engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, materials engineering, materials science, or mechanical engineering. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and a demonstrated interest in employment with Delta Air Lines. They must submit essays of 100 to 150 words on each of the following topics: 1) how they personally define global diversity and why it is important for the airlines to value diversity; 2) how they have demonstrated their leadership ability in their school and community; 3) what influenced their decision to pursue their current course of study; and 4) the top 2 challenges facing Delta Air Lines today and how they would use their technical training and experience to help overcome those challenges. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: The recipient also receives a round-trip airline ticket, paid registration, and 2 nights' hotel accommodations to the NSBE national convention.

4000 ■ NATIONAL SOCIETY OF BLACK ENGINEERS

Attn: Programs Department
1454 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Tel: (703)549-2207
Fax: (703)683-5312
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.nsbe.org/programs/schol_lockheed.php
To provide financial assistance to members of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) who are majoring in fields related to engineering.
Title of Award: Lockheed Martin NSBE Corporate Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Computer and information sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Computer; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Mechanical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Systems engineering Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 5 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the society who are entering their junior or senior year in college and majoring in computer science, mathematics, or the following fields of engineering: aerospace, computer, electrical, mechanical, or systems. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and a demonstrated interest in employment with Lockheed Martin Corporation. Along with their application, they must submit a 250-word essay describing their career goals and how they can make a community and professional impact as a Lockheed Martin employee. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year.

4001 ■ NATIONAL SOCIETY OF BLACK ENGINEERS

Attn: Programs Department
1454 Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Tel: (703)549-2207
Fax: (703)683-5312
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.nsbe.org/programs/schol_ng.php
To provide financial assistance to members of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) who are working on an undergraduate degree in designated science and engineering fields.
Title of Award: Northrop Grumman NSBE Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Architecture, Naval; Computer and information sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Chemical; Engineering, Civil; Engineering, Computer; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Industrial; Engineering, Mechanical; Engineering, Ocean; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Physics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 5 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $5,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to members of the society who are U.S. citizens currently enrolled in college. Applicants must be majoring in computer science, information science, mathematics, naval architecture, physics, or the following engineering fields: aerospace, chemical, civil (structural), computer, electrical, industrial, manufacturing, marine, mechanical, or ocean. They must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and demonstrate an interest in employment with Northrop Grumman Corporation. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year.

4002 ■ NATIONAL SPACE CLUB

2025 M Street, N.W., Suite 800
Washington, DC 20036
Tel: (202)973-8661
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.spaceclub.org/programs.html
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students interested in preparing for a career in space research or exploration.
Title of Award: Dr. Robert H. Goddard Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering; Science; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College, Graduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $10,000. The winner's way is paid to the Goddard Memorial Dinner (usually held in March), where the winner is introduced to the nation's leaders in science, government, and industry. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, at least a junior in college, and intending to pursue undergraduate or graduate studies in science or engineering. Selection is based on official college transcript, letters of recommendation from faculty, accomplishments demonstrating creativity and leadership, plans to prepare for a career in aerospace sciences or technology, and past research and participation in space-related science and engineering; financial need is considered but is not a primary factor. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: Upon completion of the scholarship, the winner may be asked to prepare and deliver a brief report to the National Space Club.

4003 ■ NAVAL WEATHER SERVICE ASSOCIATION

c/o Jim Stone, Secretary-Treasurer
600 East Fifth Street, Apartment 179
Waverly, OH 45690-1500
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.navalweather.org/NWSA_Scholarships.htm
To provide financial assistance to high school seniors and currently-enrolled undergraduates who plan to work on a college degree in selected science or engineering fields.
Title of Award: Naval Weather Service Association Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Meteorology; Oceanography Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 or more each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $500 to $2,000. Funds may be used to pay for tuition, fees, books, supplies, equipment, or any other educational expenses. Duration: 1 year; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who are enrolled or planning to enroll in an undergraduate program in meteorology, oceanography, or aerospace engineering. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and sponsored by a member of the association. Priority is given to graduating high school seniors, but current undergraduates are also eligible. Students planning to attend junior or community colleges may apply when they intend to transfer to a 4-year college or university. Selection is based on academic record, leadership skills, character, all-around ability, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: The Naval Weather Service Association is a nonprofit organization open to retired and active-duty meteorological and oceanographic personnel of the Navy and Marine Corps.

4004 ■ NEW HAMPSHIRE SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o University of New Hampshire
Institute for the Study of Earth, Oceans, and Space
Morse Hall
39 College Road
Durham, NH 03824-3525
Tel: (603)862-0094
Fax: (603)862-1915
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.nhsgc.sr.unh.edu
To provide financial assistance to students at member institutions of the New Hampshire Space Grant Consortium (NHSGC) who are interested in participating in space-related activities.
Title of Award: New Hampshire Space Grant Consortium Project Support Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Astronomy and astronomical sciences; Atmospheric science; Biological and clinical sciences; Computer and information sciences; Earth sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Geosciences; Oceanography; Physics; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The amount of the award depends on the nature of the project. Duration: From 1 quarter to 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students at member institutions of the NHSGC. Applicants must be studying space physics, astrophysics, astronomy, or aspects of computer science, engineering, earth sciences, ocean sciences, atmospheric sciences, or life sciences that utilize space technology and/or adopt a planetary view of the global environment. U.S. citizenship is required. The New Hampshire Space Grant Consortium is a component of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Space Grant program, which encourages participation by women, underrepresented minorities, and persons with disabilities. Deadline for Receipt: Each participating college or university sets its own deadline. Additional Information: This program is funded by NASA. Currently, projects operating through this program include space grant fellowships at the University of New Hampshire, Agnes M. Lindsay Trust/NASA Challenge Scholars Initiative at the New Hampshire Community Technical College System, Presidential Scholars Research Assistantships at Dartmouth College, and Women in Science Internships at Dartmouth.

4005 ■ NINETY-NINES, INC.-EASTERN NEW ENGLAND CHAPTER

c/o Katharine Barr
278 Elm Street
North Reading, MA 01864
E-mail: [email protected]
To provide financial assistance to residents of New England who are interested in preparing for a career in aviation.
Title of Award: "Honor" and Carla Carrol Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Funds may be applied to academic tuition, technical school, or flight training. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors and current college students who are residents of or studying in Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Massachusetts, or Connecticut. Applicants must be planning a career in aviation and need financial assistance to pursue appropriate education or flight training. Selection is based on aviation activities, science fair projects, aviation employment, recommendations, academic record, aviation goals, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year.

4006 ■ NINETY-NINES, INC.-EASTERN NEW ENGLAND CHAPTER

c/o Katharine Barr
278 Elm Street
North Reading, MA 01864-2526
To provide financial assistance to residents of New England who are interested in preparing for a career in aviation.
Title of Award: Karla Carroll Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Funds may be applied to academic tuition, technical school, or flight training. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to apply are high school seniors or beyond who hold a private pilot license and reside or study in 1 of the following states: Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Massachusetts, or Connecticut. They must be planning a career in aviation and need financial assistance to pursue appropriate education or flight training. Criteria for selecting recipients include: aviation activities, science fair projects, aviation employment, recommendations, academic record, aviation goals, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year.

4007 ■ NINETY-NINES, INC.-EASTERN NEW ENGLAND CHAPTER

c/o Katharine Barr
278 Elm Street
North Reading, MA 01864-2526
To provide financial assistance to residents of New England who are interested in preparing for a career in aviation.
Title of Award: Billie M. Downing Honorary Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Funds may be applied to academic tuition, technical school, or flight training. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to apply are high school seniors or beyond who hold a private pilot license and reside or study in 1 of the following states: Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Massachusetts, or Connecticut. They must be planning a career in aviation and need financial assistance to pursue appropriate education or flight training. Criteria for selecting recipients include: aviation activities, science fair projects, aviation employment, recommendations, academic record, aviation goals, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year.

4008 ■ NINETY-NINES, INC.-EASTERN NEW ENGLAND CHAPTER

c/o Katharine Barr
278 Elm Street
North Reading, MA 01864-2526
To provide financial assistance to female residents of New England who are interested in preparing for a career in aviation.
Title of Award: William Bridge Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Funds may be applied to academic tuition, technical school, or flight training. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to apply are high school seniors or beyond who are female, hold a private pilot license, and reside or study in 1 of the following states: Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Massachusetts, or Connecticut. They must be planning a career in aviation and need financial assistance to pursue appropriate education or flight training. Criteria for selecting recipients include: aviation activities, science fair projects, aviation employment, recommendations, academic record, aviation goals, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year.

4009 ■ NORTH CAROLINA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o North Carolina State University
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
1009 Capability Drive, Suite 210
Box 7515
Raleigh, NC 27695-7515
Tel: (919)515-4240
Fax: (919)515-5934
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.ncspacegrant.org
To provide funding to undergraduate students at institutions affiliated with the North Carolina Space Grant Consortium (NCSGC) interested in conducting space-related research.
Title of Award: North Carolina Space Grant Consortium Undergraduate Research Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aeronautics; Aerospace sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Space and planetary sciences; Technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 8 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The maximum grant is $4,000 for a summer project on campus, $2,000 for an academic year project on campus, or $7,000 for a project at a NASA center or industrial contractor. Duration: 1 summer or 1 academic year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time undergraduate students at institutions affiliated with the NCSGC who are interested in working on a research project under the direct supervision of a faculty mentor. Applicants must be working on a degree in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) discipline of interest to the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The research project must be space or aeronautics related or have a space or aeronautics application. Selection is based on the quality of the research proposal, the student's academic achievement, a letter of recommendation from the research mentor, and exhibited leadership qualities. U.S. citizenship is required. A primary goal of this program is the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minorities, women, and persons with disabilities into space-related fields. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: The affiliated institutions are North Carolina State University, North Carolina A&T State University, Duke University, North Carolina Central University, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, and Winston-Salem State University. This program is funded by NASA.

4010 ■ NORTH CAROLINA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o North Carolina State University
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
1009 Capability Drive, Suite 210
Box 7515
Raleigh, NC 27695-7515
Tel: (919)515-4240
Fax: (919)515-5934
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.ncspacegrant.org
To provide funding to undergraduate students at institutions affiliated with the North Carolina Space Grant Consortium (NCSGC) interested in major in space-related fields.
Title of Award: North Carolina Space Grant Consortium Undergraduate Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Space and planetary sciences; Technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000 per year. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed 1 additional year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time undergraduate students at institutions affiliated with the NCSGC who are freshmen, sophomores, or recent transfers from a community or junior college. Applicants must be working on a degree in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) discipline of interest to the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Selection is based on the student's academic achievement, a letter of recommendation, and exhibited leadership qualities. U.S. citizenship is required. A primary goal of this program is the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minorities, women, and persons with disabilities into space-related fields. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: The affiliated institutions are North Carolina State University, North Carolina A&T State University, Duke University, North Carolina Central University, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, and Winston-Salem State University. This program is funded by NASA.

4011 ■ OHIO SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o Ohio Aerospace Institute
22800 Cedar Point Road
Cleveland, OH 44142
Tel: (440)962-3032
Free: 800-828-OSGC
Fax: (440)962-3057
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.osgc.org/Scholarship.html
To provide financial assistance to students in their junior year at selected universities in Ohio who wish to working on a bachelor's degree in an aerospace-related field.
Title of Award: Ohio Space Grant Consortium Junior Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Astronomy and astronomical sciences; Biological and clinical sciences; Chemistry; Computer and information sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Chemical; Engineering, Civil; Engineering, Computer; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Industrial; Engineering, Materials; Engineering, Mechanical; Engineering, Petroleum; Geography; Geology; Materials research/science; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Physics; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 20 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year; recipients may apply for a senior scholarship if they maintain satisfactory academic performance and good progress on their research project.
Eligibility Requirements: These scholarships are available to U.S. citizens who expect to complete within 2 years the requirements for a bachelor of science degree in an aerospace-related discipline (aeronautical engineering, aerospace engineering, astronomy, biology, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil engineering, computer engineering and science, control engineering, electrical engineering, engineering mechanics, geography, geology, industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, materials science and engineering, mathematics, mechanical engineering, petroleum engineering, physics, and systems engineering). Applicants must be attending a member university of the Ohio Space Grant Consortium (OSGC) or another participating university. They must propose and initiate a research project on campus under the guidance of a faculty member. Along with their application, they must submit a 1-page personal objective statement that discusses their career goals and anticipated benefits to be derived from this program. Women, underrepresented minorities, and persons with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: These scholarships are funded through the National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program administered by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), with matching funds provided by the member universities, the Ohio Aerospace Institute, and private industry. The OSGC member universities include the University of Akron, Case Western Reserve University, Central State University, University of Cincinnati, Cleveland State University, University of Dayton, Ohio State University, Ohio University, University of Toledo, Wilberforce University, and Wright State University. Other participating universities are Cedarville University, Marietta College (petroleum engineering), Miami University (manufacturing engineering), Ohio Northern University (mechanical engineering), and Youngstown State University (mechanical and industrial engineering). Recipients are required to attend the annual spring research symposium sponsored by the OSGC and present a poster on their research project.

4012 ■ OKLAHOMA NASA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o University of Oklahoma
Ditmars House, Suite 9
1623 Cross Center Drive
Norman, OK 73069
Tel: (405)325-6559
Fax: (405)325-5537
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.okspacegrant.ou.edu
To provide financial assistance to upper-division students at member institutions of the Oklahoma NASA Space Grant Consortium who are enrolled in aerospace-related studies.
Title of Award: Oklahoma NASA Space Grant Consortium Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aeronautics; Aerospace sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Geography; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Space and planetary sciences; Technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: Approximately 40 each year. Funds Available: Stipends range from $500 to $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to juniors and seniors at member institutions of the Oklahoma NASA Space Grant Consortium (OSGC). Applicants must be majoring in science, mathematics, engineering, technology, geography, or other aeronautics or space-related disciplines. They must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. U.S. citizenship is required. The OSGC is a component of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Space Grant program, which encourages participation by women, underrepresented minorities, and persons with disabilities. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: Members of OSGC are Oklahoma State University, the University of Oklahoma, Cameron University, Langston University. Cameron University, East Central University, Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Southern Nazarene University, and Southwestern Oklahoma State University. This program is funded by NASA.

4013 ■ OREGON NASA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o Oregon State University
92 Kerr Administration Building
Corvallis, OR 97331-2103
Tel: (541)737-2414
Fax: (541)737-9946
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.oregonspacegrant.orst.edu/programs/education/undergraduate.html
To provide financial assistance for study in space-related fields to undergraduate students at colleges and universities that are members of the Oregon Space Grant Consortium (OSGC).
Title of Award: Oregon Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Education; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Space and planetary sciences; Technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens enrolled full time at OSGC member institutions. Applicants must be working on 1) a baccalaureate degree in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) field (including mathematics or science education) related to the mission of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA); or 2) an associate degree in applied science and planning to transfer to a 4-year institution to complete a baccalaureate in the same fields. Along with their application, they must submit a letter of intent of 250 to 300 words on their career goals as they relate to NASA and how this scholarship will contribute to those goals. Selection is based on scholastic achievement, aerospace-related career goals, and 2 letters of recommendation. Applications are especially encouraged from members of underrepresented groups (women, minorities, and people with disabilities). Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: Institutions that are members of OSG include Oregon State University, Portland State University, the University of Oregon, Southern Oregon University, Eastern Oregon University, Western Oregon University, George Fox University, Lane Community College, Linfield College, Portland Community College, and Oregon Institute of Technology. This program is funded by NASA.

4014 ■ PENNSYLVANIA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o Pennsylvania State University
2217 Earth-Engineering Sciences Building
University Park, PA 16802
Tel: (814)863-7687
Fax: (814)863-8286
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.psu.edu/spacegrant/highered/scholar.html
To provide financial assistance for space-related study to undergraduate students at universities affiliated with the Pennsylvania Space Grant Consortium.
Title of Award: Pennsylvania Space Grant Consortium Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Biological and clinical sciences; Earth sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Geosciences; Physical sciences; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The stipend is set by each participating university. At Pennsylvania State University, for instance, it is $4,000 per year. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time undergraduate students at participating universities. Applicants must be studying a field that does, or can, promote a strategic enterprise of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA): aerospace technology, earth science, human exploration and development of space, biological and physical research, or space science. U.S. citizenship is required. Students from underrepresented groups (women, minorities, rural populations, and those with disabilities) are especially encouraged to apply. Deadline for Receipt: Each participating university sets its own deadline. Additional Information: Participating institutions include California University of Pennsylvania, Carnegie Mellon University, Clarion University, Lincoln University, Pennsylvania State University, University of Pittsburgh, Susquehanna University, Lincoln University, Temple University, West Chester University, and Pennsylvania State University at Abington. At Pennsylvania State University, the award is designated as the Sylvia Stein Memorial Space Grant Scholarship. This program is sponsored by the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

4015 ■ PROFESSIONAL AVIATION MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATION

Attn: PAMA Scholarship Foundation
717 Princess Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Tel: (703)683-3171; (866)865-PAMA
Fax: (703)683-0018
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.pama.org
To provide financial assistance to students interested in studying aviation maintenance on the undergraduate level.
Title of Award: Professional Aviation Maintenance Association Student Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 15 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The award is $1,000. Funds may be used for tuition, fees, books, or supplies. Duration: 1 year; recipients may reapply.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students currently enrolled in an institution to obtain an airframe and powerplant (A&P) or avionics license. Applicants must have completed 25% of the required curriculum; have at least a 3.0 GPA; and need financial assistance. Selection is based on educational performance, work experience, participation in school and community activities, career commitment and future potential, financial need, and a recommendation by a counselor, advisor, aviation maintenance instructor, or current employer. Deadline for Receipt: November of each year.

4016 ■ RHODE ISLAND PILOTS ASSOCIATION

Attn: Scholarship Chair
644 Airport Road, Hangar One
Warwick, RI 02886
Tel: (401)568-3497
Fax: (401)568-5392
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.ripilots.com/Scholarships.htm
To provide financial assistance to Rhode Island residents interested in obtaining pilot flight training or a college degree in an aviation-related field.
Title of Award: Rhode Island Pilots Association Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 2 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Rhode Island who are at least 16 years of age. Applicants must be interested in a program of pilot flight training or a college degree program in a field that is related to aviation and approved by the sponsoring organization. Flight training candidates must be able to pass the FAA Class III physical. Along with their application, they must submit a 2-page personal letter describing how scholarship funds would be used to pursue goals in aviation or related areas; a list of extracurricular activities, hobbies, and personal interests; 2 letters of recommendation; details of school record; and documentation of financial need. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1996.

4017 ■ RHODE ISLAND SPACE GRANT

c/o Brown University
Lincoln Field Building
Box 1846
Providence, RI 02912-1846
Tel: (401)863-2889
Fax: (401)863-1292
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.planetary.brown.edu/RI_Space_Grant
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate students at institutions that are members of the Rhode Island Space Grant Consortium (RISGC) who are interested in a career in a space-related field of science, mathematics, or engineering.
Title of Award: Rhode Island Space Grant Undergraduate Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Science; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 9 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $4,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduate students beyond their freshman year at RISGC-member universities. Applicants must be studying in science, mathematics, or engineering fields of interest to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). U.S. citizenship is required. The sponsor is a component of NASA's Space Grant program, which encourages participation by women, underrepresented minorities, and persons with disabilities. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Members of the RISGC are Bryant College, Community College of Rhode Island, Providence College, Roger Williams University, Rhode Island College, Rhode Island School of Design, Salve Regina University, University of Rhode Island, and Wheaton College. This program is funded by NASA. Scholars are designated as research scholars (who are required to devote up to 4 hours per week to outreach activities in science education for K-12 children and teachers through Rhode Island), outreach scholars (who are required to devote up to 8 hours per week to outreach activities), or "Science En Espanol" scholars (who are required to devote up to 8 hours per week to curriculum support for K-12 children and teachers throughout Rhode Island).

4018 ■ RHODE ISLAND SPACE GRANT

c/o Brown University
Lincoln Field Building
Box 1846
Providence, RI 02912-1846
Tel: (401)863-2889
Fax: (401)863-1292
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.planetary.brown.edu/RI_Space_Grant
To provide funding for summer research activities to undergraduate students at institutions that are members of the Rhode Island Space Grant Consortium (RISGC) who are interested in a career in a space-related field of science, mathematics, or engineering.
Title of Award: Rhode Island Space Grant Undergraduate Summer Scholar Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Science; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 3 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $4,000. Duration: 1 summer.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduate students at RISGC-member universities. Applicants must be studying in science, mathematics, or engineering fields of interest to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). They must be interested in participating in a research project during the summer with an advisor in their own department. U.S. citizenship is required. The sponsor is a component of NASA's Space Grant program, which encourages participation by women, underrepresented minorities, and persons with disabilities. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Members of the RISGC are Bryant College, Community College of Rhode Island, Providence College, Roger Williams University, Rhode Island College, Rhode Island School of Design, Salve Regina University, University of Rhode Island, and Wheaton College. This program is funded by NASA. Scholars are required to devote 75% of their time to their research and 25% of their time to science education outreach activities organized and coordinated by Rhode Island Space Grant.

4019 ■ ROCKY MOUNTAIN NASA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o Utah State University
EL Building, Room 302
Logan, UT 84322-4140
Tel: (435)797-3666
Fax: (435)797-3382
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://spacegrant.usu.edu
To provide financial support to undergraduate students at designated universities in Utah or Colorado who are working on a degree in fields of interest to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
Title of Award: Rocky Mountain NASA Space Grant Consortium Undergraduate Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Medicine; Science; Space and planetary sciences; Technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The amount of the awards depends on the availability of funds. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduate students at member institutions of the Rocky Mountain NASA Space Grant Consortium who are studying engineering, science, medicine, or technology. U.S. citizenship is required. Selection is based on academic performance to date and potential for the future, with emphasis on space-related research interests. This program is part of the NASA Space Grant program, which encourages participation by women, underrepresented minorities, and persons with disabilities. Deadline for Receipt: June of each year. Additional Information: Members of the consortium are Utah State University, the University of Utah, Brigham Young University, Dixie State College, Salt Lake Community College, Shoshone-Bannock School, Snow College, Southern Utah University, the University of Denver, and Weber State University. This program is funded by NASA.

4020 ■ SOUTH CAROLINA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o College of Charleston
Department of Geology and Environmental Sciences
66 George Street
Charleston, SC 29424
Tel: (843)953-5463
Fax: (843)953-5446
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.cofc.edu/~scsgrant/scholar/overview.html
To provide financial assistance to upper-division and graduate students in South Carolina who are preparing for a career as a science and mathematics teacher.
Title of Award: South Carolina Space Grant Consortium Pre-Service Teacher Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Astronomy and astronomical sciences; Education; Engineering; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Environmental conservation; Environmental science; Science; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College, Graduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Funds may be used for such expenses as 1) partial payment of tuition; 2) travel and registration for attending science and mathematics education workshops or conferences for the purpose of professional development; 3) purchase of supplies for student teaching activities; or 4) other supportive activities that lead to successful professional development and graduation as an educator in South Carolina. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to juniors, seniors, and graduate students at member institutions of the South Carolina Space Grant Consortium. Applicants must be working on a teaching certificate in science, mathematics, or engineering. Their areas of interest may include, but are not limited to, the basic sciences, astronomy, science education, planetary science, environmental studies, or engineering. U.S. citizenship is required. Selection is based on academic qualifications of the applicant; 2 letters of recommendation; a description of past activities, current interests, and future plans concerning a space science or aerospace-related field; a sample lesson plan using curriculum materials available from the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA); and faculty sponsorship. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: Members of the consortium are Benedict College, The Citadel, College of Charleston, Clemson University, Coastal Carolina University, Furman University, University of South Carolina, Wofford College, South Carolina State University, The Medical University of South Carolina, and University of the Virgin Islands. This program is funded by NASA.

4021 ■ SOUTH DAKOTA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

Attn: Deputy Director and Outreach Coordinator
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
Mineral Industries Building, Room 228
501 East St. Joseph Street
Rapid City, SD 57701-3995
Tel: (605)394-1975
Fax: (605)394-5360
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.sdsmt.edu/space
To provide funding to undergraduate and graduate students for space-related activities in South Dakota.
Title of Award: South Dakota Space Grant Consortium Graduate Fellowships and Undergraduate Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Earth sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Environmental conservation; Environmental science; Geology; Geosciences; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Space and planetary sciences; Technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Approximately $70,000 is available for this program annually. Funds Available: Stipends range from $1,000 to $7,500. Duration: 1 academic year, semester, or summer.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduate and graduate students at member and affiliated institutions of the South Dakota Space Grant Consortium. Applicants must be interested in 1) earth- and space-science related educational and research projects in fields relevant to the goals of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA); or 2) eventual employment with NASA or in a NASA-related career field in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. Activities may include student research and educational efforts in remote sensing, GIS, global and regional geoscience, environmental science, and K-12 educational outreach; exposure to NASA-relevant projects; and internship experiences at various NASA centers and the Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center in Sioux Falls. U.S. citizenship is required. Women, members of underrepresented groups (African Americans, Hispanics, Pacific Islanders, Asian Americans, Native Americans, and persons with disabilities), and Tribal College students are specifically encouraged to apply. Selection is based on academic qualifications of the application (preference is given to students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher), quality of the application and its career goal statement, and assessment of the applicant's motivation toward an earth science, aerospace, or engineering career or research. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: Member institutions include South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, South Dakota State University, and Augustana College. Educational affiliates include Black Hills State University, the University of South Dakota, Dakota State University, Lower Brule Community College, Oglala Lakota College, Sinte Gleska University, and Lake Area Technical Institute.

4022 ■ TEXAS SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

Attn: Administrative Assistant
3925 West Braker Lane, Suite 200
Austin, TX 78759
Tel: (512)471-3583
Free: 800-248-8742
Fax: (512)471-3585
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.tsgc.utexas.edu/grants
To provide financial assistance to upper-division and medical students at Texas universities working on degrees in the fields of space science and engineering.
Title of Award: Columbia Crew Memorial Undergraduate Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Biological and clinical sciences; Chemistry; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Chemical; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Industrial; Engineering, Mechanical; Geology; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Physics; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Doctorate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 29 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, eligible for financial assistance, and registered for full-time study at a participating college or university. Applicants must be a sophomore at a 2-year institution, a junior or senior at a 4-year institution, or a first- or second-year student at a medical school. Supported fields of study have included aerospace engineering, biology, chemical engineering, chemistry, electrical engineering, geology, industrial engineering, mathematics, mechanical engineering, and physics. The program encourages participation by members of groups underrepresented in science and engineering (persons with disabilities, women, African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, and Pacific Islanders). Selection is based on excellence in academics, participation in space education projects, participation in research projects, and exhibited leadership qualities. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: In 2003, the Texas Space Grant Consortium renamed its undergraduate scholarship program in honor of the 7 Space Shuttle Columbia astronauts. The participating universities are Baylor University, Lamar University, Prairie View A&M University, Rice University, San Jacinto College, Southern Methodist University, Sul Ross State University, Texas A&M University (including Kingsville and Corpus Christi campuses), Texas Christian University, Texas Southern University, Texas Tech University, Trinity University, University of Houston (including Clear Lake and Downtown campuses), University of Texas at Arlington, University of Texas at Austin, University of Texas at Dallas, University of Texas at El Paso, University of Texas at San Antonio, and University of Texas/Pan American. This program is funded by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

4023 ■ TUSKEGEE AIRMEN, INC.

1501 Lee Highway, Suite 130
Arlington, VA 22209-1109
Tel: (703)522-8590
Fax: (703)522-8542
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.tuskegeeairmen.org/youthinaviation/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors and graduates who are interested in a career in aviation and submit an essay on the history of Tuskegee Airmen, a group of African Americans who served as pilots in World War II.
Title of Award: Golden Eagle Award Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Aviation; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $5,000 per year. Duration: 4 years, provided the recipient maintains a GPA of 2.0 or higher and continues in an aerospace or aviation career path.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who have graduated or will graduate from high school in the current year with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and plan to prepare for a career in aviation, aerospace technology, and research. Applicants must submit a 1-page essay entitled "The Tuskegee Airmen" that reflects an overview of their history. They must also submit documentation of financial need and a 2-page essay that includes a brief autobiographical sketch, educational aspirations, career goals, and an explanation of why financial assistance is essential. Applications must be submitted to individual chapters of Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. which verify them as appropriate, evaluate them, and forward those considered worthy of further consideration to the national competition. Selection is based on academic achievement, extracurricular and community activities, financial need, recommendations, and both essays. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Information is also available from the Tuskegee Airmen National Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 78967, Los Angeles, CA 90016.

4024 ■ U.S. AIR FORCE

Attn: Headquarters AFROTC/RRUC
551 East Maxwell Boulevard
Maxwell AFB, AL 36112-5917
Tel: (334)953-2091; (866)423-7682
Fax: (334)953-6167
Web Site: http://www.afrotc.com/scholarships/incolschol/expressSchol.php
To provide financial assistance to students who are interested in joining Air Force ROTC and majoring in critical Air Force officer fields in college.
Title of Award: Air Force ROTC Express Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Atmospheric science; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Civil; Engineering, Computer; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Mechanical; Environmental science; Meteorology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Funds Available: Awards are type 2 AFROTC scholarships that provide for payment of tuition and fees, to a maximum of $15,000 per year, plus an annual book allowance of $600. All recipients are also awarded a tax-free monthly subsistence allowance that is $250 for freshmen, $300 for sophomores, $350 for juniors, and $400 for seniors. Duration: 3 and a half years, until completion of a bachelor's degree.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens who are completing at least their first year of college and are working on a degree in fields that may change annually but are of critical interest to the Air Force. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher and meet all other academic and physical requirements for participation in AFROTC. At the time of their Air Force commissioning, they may be no more than 31 years of age. They must be able to pass the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) and the Air Force ROTC Physical Fitness Test. years as active-duty Air Force officers following graduation from college. Additional Information: Recently, freshmen were eligible if they were majoring in computer, electrical, or environmental engineering. Sophomores and juniors were eligible if they were majoring in those fields, meteorology and atmospheric sciences, or in the following engineering disciplines: aeronautical, aerospace, astronautical, civil, or mechanical. Recipients must also complete 4 years of aerospace studies courses at 1 of the 144 colleges and universities that have an Air Force ROTC unit on campus or 1 of the approximately 900 colleges that have cross-enrollment agreements with those institutions. They must also attend a 4-week summer training camp at an Air Force base, usually between their sophomore and junior years. Following completion of their bachelor's degree, scholarship recipients earn a commission as a second lieutenant in the Air Force and serve at least 4 years.

4025 ■ U.S. AIR FORCE

Attn: Headquarters AFROTC/RRUC
551 East Maxwell Boulevard
Maxwell AFB, AL 36112-5917
Tel: (334)953-2091; (866)423-7682
Fax: (334)953-6167
Web Site: http://www.afrotc.com/scholarships/hsschol/types.php
To provide financial assistance to high school seniors or graduates who are interested in joining Air Force ROTC in college and are willing to serve as Air Force officers following completion of their bachelor's degree.
Title of Award: Air Force ROTC High School Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Architecture; Chemistry; Computer and information sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Architectural; Engineering, Civil; Engineering, Computer; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Mechanical; Environmental science; General studies/Field of study not specified; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Meteorology; Operations research; Physics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: Approximately 2,000 each year. Funds Available: Type 1 scholarships provide payment of full tuition and most laboratory fees, as well as $600 for books. Type 2 scholarships pay the same benefits except tuition is capped at $15,000 per year; students who attend an institution where tuition exceeds $15,000 must pay the difference. Type 7 scholarships pay full tuition and most laboratory fees, but students must attend a college or university where the tuition is less than $9,000 per year or a public college or university where they qualify for the in-state tuition rate; they may not attend an institution with higher tuition and pay the difference. Approximately 5% of scholarship offers are for Type 1, approximately 20% are for Type 2, and approximately 75% are for type 7. All recipients are also awarded a tax-free subsistence allowance for 10 months of each year that is $250 per month as a freshman, $300 per month as a sophomore, $350 per month as a junior, and $400 per month as a senior. Duration: 4 years.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to high school seniors who are U.S. citizens at least 17 of age and have been accepted at a college or university with an Air Force ROTC unit on campus or a college with a cross-enrollment agreement with such a college. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and an ACT composite score of 24 or higher or an SAT score of 1100 (mathematics and verbal portion only) or higher. At the time of their commissioning in the Air Force, they must be no more than 31 years of age. They must agree to serve for at least 4 years as active-duty Air Force officers following graduation from college. Deadline for Receipt: November of each year. Additional Information: Recently, approximately 70% of these scholarships were offered to students planning to major in the science and technical fields of architecture, chemistry, computer science, engineering (aeronautical, aerospace, astronautical, architectural, civil, computer, electrical, environmental, or mechanical), mathematics, meteorology and atmospheric sciences, operations research, or physics. Approximately 30% were offered to students in all other fields. While scholarship recipients can major in any subject, they must enroll in 4 years of aerospace studies courses at 1 of the 144 colleges and universities that have an Air Force ROTC unit on campus; students may also attend nearly 900 other colleges that have cross-enrollment agreements with the institutions that have an Air Force ROTC unit on campus. Recipients must attend a 4-week summer training camp at an Air Force base, usually between their sophomore and junior years. Most cadets incur a 4-year active-duty commitment. Pilots incur a 10-year active-duty service commitment after successfully completing Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training and navigators incur a 6-year commitment after successfully completing Specialized Undergraduate Navigator Training. The minimum service obligation for intelligence and Air Battle Management career fields is 5 years.

4026 ■ U.S. AIR FORCE

Attn: Headquarters AFROTC/RRUC
551 East Maxwell Boulevard
Maxwell AFB, AL 36112-5917
Tel: (334)953-2091; (866)423-7682
Fax: (334)953-6167
Web Site: http://www.afrotc.com/scholarships/incolschol/incolProgram.php
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate students who are willing to join Air Force ROTC in college and serve as Air Force officers following completion of their bachelor's degree.
Title of Award: Air Force ROTC In-College Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Architecture; Chemistry; Computer and information sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Architectural; Engineering, Civil; Engineering, Computer; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Mechanical; Environmental science; General studies/Field of study not specified; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Meteorology; Operations research; Physics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Cadets selected in Phase 1 are awarded type 2 AFROTC scholarships that provide for payment of tuition and fees, to a maximum of $15,000 per year. A limited number of cadets selected in Phase 2 are also awarded type 2 AFROTC scholarships, but most are awarded type 3 AFROTC scholarships with tuition capped at $9,000 per year. Cadets selected in Phase 3 are awarded type 6 AFROTC scholarships with tuition capped at $3,000 per year. All recipients are also awarded a book allowance of $600 and a tax-free subsistence allowance for 10 months of each year that is $300 per month during the sophomore year, $350 during the junior year, and $400 during the senior year. Duration: 3 years for students selected as freshmen or 2 years for students selected as sophomores.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to U.S. citizens enrolled as freshmen or sophomores at 1 of the 144 colleges and universities that have an Air Force ROTC unit on campus. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and be able to pass the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test and the Air Force ROTC Physical Fitness Test. At the time of commissioning, they may be no more than 31 years of age. They must agree to serve for at least 4 years as active-duty Air Force officers following graduation from college. Phase 1 is open to students enrolled in the Air Force ROTC program who do not currently have a scholarship but now wish to apply. Phase 2 is open to Phase 1 nonselects and students not enrolled in Air Force ROTC. Phase 3 is open only to Phase 2 nonselects. Recently, the program gave preference to students majoring in the science and technical fields of architecture, chemistry, computer science, engineering (aeronautical, aerospace, astronautical, architectural, civil, computer, electrical, environmental, or mechanical), mathematics, meteorology and atmospheric sciences, operations research, or physics. Deadline for Receipt: January of each year. Additional Information: While scholarship recipients can major in any subject, they must complete 4 years of aerospace studies courses at 1 of the 144 colleges or universities that have an Air Force ROTC unit on campus. Recipients must also attend a 4-week summer training camp at an Air Force base, usually between their sophomore and junior years; 2-year scholarship awardees attend in the summer after their junior year. Current military personnel are eligible for early release from active duty in order to enter the Air Force ROTC program. Following completion of their bachelor's degree, scholarship recipients earn a commission as a second lieutenant in the Air Force and serve at least 4 years.

4027 ■ U.S. AIR FORCE

Attn: Headquarters AFROTC/RRUC
551 East Maxwell Boulevard
Maxwell AFB, AL 36112-5917
Tel: (334)953-2091; (866)423-7682
Fax: (334)953-6167
Web Site: http://www.afrotc.com/overview/programs.php
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate and graduate education to individuals who have completed 2 years of college and who are willing to join Air Force ROTC and serve as Air Force officers following completion of their degree.
Title of Award: Air Force ROTC Professional Officer Corps Incentive Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; General studies/Field of study not specified; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College, Graduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: This scholarship provides $3,000 per year for tuition and a monthly subsistence allowance of $350 as a junior or $400 as a senior. Duration: Until completion of a graduate degree.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens who have completed 2 years of the general military course at a college or university with an Air Force ROTC unit on campus or a college with a cross-enrollment agreement with such a college. They must be full-time students, have a GPA of 2.0 or higher both cumulatively and for the prior term, be enrolled in both Aerospace Studies class and Leadership Laboratory, pass the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test, meet Air Force physical fitness and weight requirements, and be able to be commissioned before they become 31 years of age. They must agree to serve for at least 4 years as active-duty Air Force officers following graduation from college with either a bachelor's or graduate degree. Additional Information: Scholarship recipients must complete 4 years of aerospace studies courses at 1 of the 144 colleges and universities that have an Air Force ROTC unit on campus; students may also attend other colleges that have cross-enrollment agreements with the institutions that have an Air Force ROTC unit on campus. Recipients must also attend a 4-week summer training camp at an Air Force base between their junior and senior year.

4028 ■ U.S. AIR FORCE

Attn: Headquarters AFROTC/RRUE
Enlisted Commissioning Section
551 East Maxwell Boulevard
Maxwell AFB, AL 36112-5917
Tel: (334)953-2091; (866)423-7682
Fax: (334)953-6167
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.afoats.af.mil/AFROTC/EnlistedComm/ASCP.asp
To allow selected enlisted Air Force personnel to earn a bachelor's degree in approved majors by providing financial assistance for full-time college study.
Title of Award: Airman Scholarship and Commissioning Program Area, Field, or Subject: Architecture; Atmospheric science; Chemistry; Computer and information sciences; Engineering; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Architectural; Engineering, Civil; Engineering, Computer; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Mechanical; Environmental science; General studies/Field of study not specified; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Meteorology; Operations research; Physics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Awards are type 2 AFROTC scholarships that provide for payment of tuition and fees, to a maximum of $15,000 per year, plus an annual book allowance of $600. All recipients are also awarded a tax-free subsistence allowance for 10 months of each year that is $300 per month during their sophomore year, $350 during their junior year, and $400 during their senior year. Duration: 2 to 4 years, until completion of a bachelor's degree.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to active-duty enlisted members of the Air Force who have completed at least 1 year of continuous active duty and at least 1 year on station. Applicants normally must have completed at least 24 semester hours of graded college credit with a cumulative college GPA of 2.5 or higher. If they have not completed 24 hours of graded college credit, they must have an ACT score of 24 or higher or an SAT combined verbal and mathematics score of 1100 or higher. They must also have scores on the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) of 15 or more on the verbal scale and 10 or more on the quantitative scale and be able to pass the Air Force ROTC Physical Fitness Test. Applicants must have been accepted at a college or university (including crosstown schools) offering the AFROTC 4-year program. When they complete the program and receive their commission, they may not be 31 years of age or older. U.S. citizenship is required. Recently, awards were presented according to the following priorities: 1) computer, electrical, and environmental engineering; 2) aeronautical, aerospace, architectural, astronautical, civil, and mechanical engineering and meteorology and atmospheric sciences; 3) all other ABET-accredited engineering majors, architecture, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, operations research, and physics; 4) all other majors. Deadline for Receipt: October of each year. Additional Information: Selectees separate from the active-duty Air Force, join an AFROTC detachment, and become full-time students. Upon completing their degree, they are commissioned as officers and returned to active duty in the Air Force with a 4-year service obligation. Further information is available from base education service officers or an Air Force ROTC unit.

4029 ■ U.S. AIR FORCE

Attn: Headquarters AFROTC/RRUE
Enlisted Commissioning Section
551 East Maxwell Boulevard
Maxwell AFB, AL 36112-5917
Tel: (334)953-2091; (866)423-7682
Fax: (334)953-6167
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.afoats.af.mil/AFROTC/EnlistedComm/POCERP.asp
To allow selected enlisted Air Force personnel to earn a baccalaureate degree by providing financial assistance for full-time college study.
Title of Award: Professional Officer Course Early Release Program Area, Field, or Subject: Architecture; Atmospheric science; Chemistry; Computer and information sciences; Engineering; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Architectural; Engineering, Civil; Engineering, Computer; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Mechanical; Environmental science; General studies/Field of study not specified; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Meteorology; Operations research; Physics Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Participants receive a stipend for 10 months of the year that is $350 per month during the first year and $400 per month during the second year. Scholarship recipients earn the Professional Officer Course Incentive of $3,000 per year for tuition and $600 per year for books. Duration: 2 years (no more and no less).
Eligibility Requirements: Eligible to participate in this program are enlisted members of the Air Force under the age of 30 (or otherwise able to be commissioned before becoming 35 years of age) who have completed at least 1 year on continuous active duty, have served on station for at least 1 year, and have no more than 2 years remaining to complete their initial baccalaureate degree. Scholarship applicants must be younger than 31 years of age when they graduate and earn their commission. All applicants must have been accepted at a college or university offering the AFROTC 4-year program and must have a cumulative college GPA of 2.5 or higher. Their Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) scores must be at least 15 on the verbal and 10 on the quantitative. Applicants who have not completed 24 units of college work must have an ACT composite score of 24 or higher or an SAT combined verbal and mathematics score of 1100 or higher. U.S. citizenship is required. Recently, awards were presented according to the following priorities: 1) computer, electrical, and environmental engineering; 2) aeronautical, aerospace, architectural, astronautical, civil, and mechanical engineering and meteorology and atmospheric sciences; 3) all other ABET-accredited engineering majors, architecture, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, operations research, and physics; 4) all other majors. Deadline for Receipt: October of each year. Additional Information: Upon completing their degree, selectees are commissioned as officers in the Air Force with a 4-year service obligation. Further information is available from base education service officers or an Air Force ROTC unit.

4030 ■ UNIVERSITY AVIATION ASSOCIATION

3410 Skyway Drive
Auburn, AL 36830-6444
Tel: (334)844-2434
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.uaa.aero
To provide financial assistance to upper-division college students majoring in aviation.
Title of Award: Joseph Frasca Excellence in Aviation Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: 2eachyear. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to juniors or seniors who are currently enrolled at a school affiliated with the University Aviation Association (UAA). Applicants must have earned a GPA of 3.0 or higher in their college courses; have Federal Aviation Administration certification/qualifications in either aviation maintenance or flight; be a member of at least 1 aviation organization (e.g., Alpha Eta Rho, National Intercollegiate Flying Association's Flying Team, Experimental Aircraft Association, Warbirds of America); and have a record of aviation activities, projects, or events that demonstrates an interest and an enthusiasm for aviation. Preference is given to applicants who can document interest or experience in aviation simulation, work experience in aviation, interest or experience in aircraft restoration, work experience while in school, interest or experience in aerobatics, or financial need. They may also submit an optional 250-word essay on their personal philosophy of excellence in aviation, especially as it relates to flying, aerobatics, aircraft mechanics and restoration, and aviation simulation; completion of the essay enhances their application but non-completion does not eliminate them from consideration. Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: Information is also available from David A. NewMyer, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, College of Applied Sciences and Arts, 1365 Douglas Drive, Carbondale, IL 62901-6623, (618) 453-8898, E-mail: [email protected].

4031 ■ UNIVERSITY AVIATION ASSOCIATION

3410 Skyway Drive
Auburn, AL 36830-6444
Tel: (334)844-2434
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.uaa.aero
To provide financial assistance for college to students enrolled in an aviation-related curriculum at a college or university affiliated with the University Aviation Association (UAA).
Title of Award: Eugene S. Kropf Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, be enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year degree in the field of aviation at a UAA-member college or university, and have earned at least a 3.0 GPA. They must submit a 250-word essay on "How Can I Improve Aviation Education." Deadline for Receipt: April of each year. Additional Information: Information is also available from Bernard W. Wulle, Purdue University, Aviation Technology Department, 1 Airport Road, West Lafayette, IN 47906-3398, (765) 494-9973, E-mail: [email protected].

4032 ■ UNIVERSITY AVIATION ASSOCIATION

3410 Skyway Drive
Auburn, AL 36830-6444
Tel: (334)844-2434
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.uaa.aero
To provide financial assistance to students working on an undergraduate or graduate degree in aviation or a space-related field.
Title of Award: Paul A. Whelan Aviation Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Aviation; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to sophomore, juniors, seniors, and graduate students who are currently enrolled at a college, university, or community college affiliated with the University Aviation Association (UAA). Applicants must be majoring in aviation or a space-related field and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher overall and 3.0 in their aviation courses. They must be able to demonstrate a love of aviation, extracurricular and community involvement, and leadership. Preference is given to applicants who have Federal Aviation Administration certification as a pilot or mechanic; former or current military service through active duty, ROTC, Air National Guard, or Reserves while in school; or membership in an aviation-related association or professional group. Deadline for Receipt: August of each year. Additional Information: Information is also available from David A. NewMyer, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, College of Applied Sciences and Arts, 1365 Douglas Drive, Carbondale, IL 62901-6623, (618) 453-8898, E-mail: [email protected].

4033 ■ VERTICAL FLIGHT FOUNDATION

Attn: Scholarship Coordinator
217 North Washington Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-2538
Tel: (703)684-6777
Fax: (703)739-9279
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.vtol.org/vff.html
To provide financial assistance for college to high school seniors in the area of the Federal City chapter of the American Helicopter Society (AHS).
Title of Award: Initiative 21 Frank Piasecki Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; General studies/Field of study not specified Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools in the Federal City chapter area, which covers Washington, D.C., Maryland (except zip codes 20600-20699), and Virginia (except zip codes 22000-22499). Applicants must have been accepted as a freshman at an accredited college or university. They must submit a narrative covering their future academic interest, their future career interest, and other reasons why they should be considered for this scholarship. Selection is based only on merit. Preference is given to applicants with an interest in aeronautical engineering, rotocraft, or vertical flight, and/or entering a college or university in a field or discipline most closely related to the aeronautical engineering or vertical flight industry. Deadline for Receipt: May of each year. Additional Information: This program was established in 1983.

4034 ■ VIRGINIA AIRPORT OPERATORS COUNCIL

c/o Betty Wilson
Virginia Aviation and Space Education Forum
5702 Gulfstream Road
Richmond, VA 23250-2422
800-292-1034
To provide financial assistance to high school seniors in Virginia who are interested in preparing for a career in aviation.
Title of Award: John R. Lillard VAOC Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to seniors graduating from high schools in Virginia who have a GPA of 3.75 or higher and are planning a career in the field of aviation. Applicants must have been accepted to an aviation-related program at an accredited college. They must submit an essay of 350 to 500-words on why they wish to prepare for a career in aviation. Selection is based on the essay (30%), academic achievement (35%), accomplishment and leadership (20%), and financial need (15%). Deadline for Receipt: February of each year.

4035 ■ VIRGINIA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

Attn: Fellowship Coordinator
Old Dominion University Peninsula Center
600 Butler Farm Road
Hampton, VA 23666
Tel: (757)766-5210
Fax: (757)766-5205
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.vsgc.odu.edu/Menu3_1_1.htm
To provide financial assistance for research in space-related fields to undergraduate students in Virginia.
Title of Award: Virginia Space Grant Aerospace Undergraduate Research Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Grants provide a student stipend of $3,000 during the academic year and a $3,500 stipend during the summer (either before or after the academic year). Recipients may request an additional $1,000 research allocation for materials and travel to support research activities conducted during the academic year and/or a $1,000 research allocation during the summer. The maximum award per year cannot exceed $8,500. Duration: 1 year; renewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduate students who will be enrolled in a program of full-time study in an aerospace-related discipline at 1 of the Virginia Space Grant Consortium (VSGC) Colleges. Applicants must be U.S. citizens who have completed at least 2 years of an undergraduate program with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. They must be proposing to participate in an active, identified research activity that has aerospace applications. The research must be supervised by a faculty mentor and may be conducted on the home campus or at an industrial or government facility. It should be continuous and may be conducted any time during the academic year, summer, or both. Since an important purpose of this program is to increase the participation of underrepresented minorities, females, and persons with disabilities in aerospace-related careers, the VSGC especially encourages applications from those students. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: The VSGC colleges are College of William and Mary, Hampton University, Old Dominion University, the University of Virginia, and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. This program is funded by the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Awardees are required to participate in the VSGC annual student research conference in late March or early April.

4036 ■ VIRGINIA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

Attn: Fellowship Coordinator
Old Dominion University Peninsula Center
600 Butler Farm Road
Hampton, VA 23666
Tel: (757)766-5210
Fax: (757)766-5205
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.vsgc.odu.edu/Menu3_1_1.htm
To provide financial assistance to students who are interested in pursuing space-related studies at community colleges in Virginia.
Title of Award: Virginia Space Grant Community College Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Computer and information sciences; Electronics; Engineering; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Space and planetary sciences; Technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Two Year College Number Awarded: Approximately 10 each year. Funds Available: The maximum stipend is $1,500. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students currently enrolled in a Virginia community college who are U.S. citizens and have completed at least the first semester of their program with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Awards are generally made to full-time students, but part-time students demonstrating academic merit are also eligible. Applicants can be enrolled in any program that includes course work related to an understanding of or interest in technological fields supporting aerospace; that includes (but is not limited to) computers, electronics, engineering, industrial technology, and mathematics. Since a particular goal of the program is to increase the participation of underrepresented minorities, women, and persons with disabilities in aerospace-related, high technology careers, the sponsor especially encourages applications from those students. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program is funded by the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

4037 ■ VIRGINIA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

Attn: Fellowship Coordinator
Old Dominion University Peninsula Center
600 Butler Farm Road
Hampton, VA 23666
Tel: (757)766-5210
Fax: (757)766-5205
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.vsgc.odu.edu/Menu3_1_1.htm
To provide financial assistance for college or graduate school to students in Virginia planning a career as science, mathematics, or technology educators.
Title of Award: Virginia Space Grant Teacher Education Scholarship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Earth sciences; Education; Environmental conservation; Environmental science; Geosciences; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Science; Space and planetary sciences; Technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Four Year College, Master's Number Awarded: Approximately 10 each year. Funds Available: The maximum stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year; nonrenewable.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time undergraduate students at the Virginia Space Grant Consortium (VSGC) colleges and universities in a track that will qualify them to teach in a pre-college setting. Priority is given to those majoring in technology education, mathematics, or science, particularly earth, space, or environmental science. Applicants may apply while seniors in high school or sophomores in a community college, with the award contingent on their enrollment at a VSGC college and entrance into a teacher certification program. They must submit a statement of academic goals and plan of study, explaining their reasons for desiring to enter the teaching profession, specifically the fields of science, mathematics, or technology education. Students currently enrolled in a VSGC college can apply when they declare their intent to enter the teacher certification program. Students enrolled in a master of education degree program leading to teacher certification in eligible fields are also eligible to apply. Applicants must be U.S. citizens with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Since an important purpose of this program is to increase the participation of underrepresented minorities, women, and persons with disabilities in science, mathematics, and technology education, the VSGC especially encourages applications from those students. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: The VSGC institutions are College of William and Mary, Hampton University, Old Dominion University, the University of Virginia, and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. This program is funded by the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

4038 ■ WASHINGTON NASA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o University of Washington
Johnson Hall, Room 141
Box 351310
Seattle, WA 98195-1310
Tel: (206)543-1943
Free: 800-659-1943
Fax: (206)543-0179
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.waspacegrant.org/undergr.html
To provide financial assistance for college to students in Washington who wish to study science, engineering, or mathematics with an emphasis on space.
Title of Award: Washington NASA Space Grant Consortium Undergraduate Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Science; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Stipends vary at participating institutions, but range from $1,000 to $5,000. Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to residents of Washington who are attending or planning to attend designated institutions that are members of the Washington NASA Space Grant Consortium. Applicants must be interested in majoring in space-related aspects of science, engineering, or mathematics. U.S. citizenship is required. The program values diversity and strongly encourages women and minorities to apply. Deadline for Receipt: Each participating institution sets its own deadline. Additional Information: This program is funded by the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Members of the consortium that offer undergraduate scholarships are Northwest Indian College, Seattle Central Community College, University of Washington, and Washington State University.

4039 ■ CHARLIE WELLS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

P.O. Box 262
Springfield, IL 62705-0262
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.wellsscholarship.com
To provide financial assistance to students preparing for an aviation-related program in college.
Title of Award: Charlie Wells Memorial Aviation Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 2 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: Stipends vary, depending on the availability of funds. Recently, they were $1,150. Funds are sent directly to the recipient's school to help pay the costs of tuition. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to students who are currently majoring full time in an aviation-oriented curriculum at a college or university in the United States. Applicants must submit information on their career interests, 2 letters of reference, an essay on why they deserve the scholarship (including their past accomplishments, future goals, and financial need), and a list of their extracurricular activities. Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: Requests for applications must be accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope.

4040 ■ WEST VIRGINIA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o West Virginia University
College of Engineering and Mineral Resources
G-68 Engineering Sciences Building
P.O. Box 6070
Morgantown, WV 26506-6070
Tel: (304)293-4099
Fax: (304)293-4970
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.nasa.wvu.edu/scholarships.html
To provide financial assistance to undergraduates at academic institutions affiliated with the West Virginia Space Grant Consortium who wish to conduct a space-related science or engineering research project.
Title of Award: West Virginia Space Grant Consortium Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Mathematics and mathematical sciences; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year. Funds Available: Grants range from $1,000 to $5,000. Duration: 1 academic year or summer.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to full-time undergraduates enrolled in mathematics, science, or engineering programs at member institutions of the consortium. Applicants must be interested in conducting a space-related research project with a faculty member from their department who agrees to serve as a mentor and research advisor. Selection is based on soundness and technical merit of the proposed research (50 points), student's academic and extracurricular achievements (30 points), and budget and plans for dissemination and publicizing of the results (20 points). The consortium is a component of the Space Grant program of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), which strongly encourages participation by members of underrepresented groups (minorities, women, and persons with disabilities). Deadline for Receipt: March of each year. Additional Information: Funding for this program is provided by NASA. The consortium includes Bethany College, Bluefield College, Fairmont State College, Marshall University, Shepherd College, West Liberty State College, West Virginia Institute of Technology, West Virginia State College, West Virginia University, West Virginia Wesleyan College, and Wheeling-Jesuit University.

4041 ■ WISCONSIN SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o University of Wisconsin at Green Bay
Department of Natural and Applied Sciences
2420 Nicolet Drive
Green Bay, WI 54311-7001
Tel: (920)465-2108
Fax: (920)465-2376
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.uwgb.edu/wsgc/students/us.asp
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate students at colleges and universities participating in the Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium (WSGC).
Title of Award: Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium Undergraduate Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Architecture; Business administration; Engineering; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Law; Medicine; Nursing; Science; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 26 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: Stipends up to $1,500 per year are available. Duration: 1 academic year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to undergraduate students enrolled at universities participating in the WSGC. Applicants must be U.S. citizens; be working full time on a bachelor's degree in space science, aerospace, or interdisciplinary space studies (including, but not limited to, engineering, the sciences, architecture, law, business, nursing, and medicine); and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. The consortium especially encourages applications from underrepresented minorities, women, and students with disabilities. Selection is based on academic performance and space-related promise. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: Funding for this program is provided by the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The schools participating in the consortium include the University of Wisconsin campuses at Fox Valley, Green Bay, La Crosse, Madison, Milwaukee, Oshkosh, Parkside, Superior, and Whitewater; Alverno College; Marquette University; College of the Menominee Nation; Carroll College; Lawrence University; Milwaukee School of Engineering; Ripon College; Medical College of Wisconsin; Western Wisconsin Technical College; and Wisconsin Lutheran College.

4042 ■ WOMEN IN AVIATION, INTERNATIONAL

Attn: Scholarships
101 Corsair Drive, Suite 101
P.O. Box 11287
Daytona Beach, FL 32120-1287
Tel: (386)226-7996
Fax: (386)226-7998
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.wai.org/education/scholarships.cfm
To provide financial assistance for college to members of Women in Aviation, International (WAI).
Title of Award: Airbus Leadership Grant Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 2 of these scholarships were awarded. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,000 per year. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to WAI members who are college sophomores or higher working on a degree in an aviation-related field. Applicants must have earned a GPA of 3.0 or higher and be able to demonstrate leadership potential. They must submit a 500-word essay addressing their career aspirations and how they have exhibited leadership skills, 3 letters of recommendation, a resume, copies of all aviation and medical certificates, and the last 3 pages of their pilot logbook, if applicable. Selection is based on achievements, attitude toward self and others, commitment to success, dedication to career, financial need, motivation, reliability, responsibility, and teamwork. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: WAI is a nonprofit professional organization dedicated to encouraging women to consider an aviation career, providing educational outreach activities, and networking resources to women active in the industry.

4043 ■ WOMEN IN AVIATION, INTERNATIONAL

Attn: Scholarships
101 Corsair Drive, Suite 101
P.O. Box 11287
Daytona Beach, FL 32120-1287
Tel: (386)226-7996
Fax: (386)226-7998
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.wai.org/education/scholarships.cfm
To provide financial assistance to members of Women in Aviation, International (WAI) who are studying aircraft maintenance.
Title of Award: Aircraft Electronics Association Aviation Maintenance Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to WAI members who are seeking a degree in the aviation maintenance field at an accredited college or technical school. Preference is given to avionics majors. Applicants must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher. Selection is based on achievements, attitude toward self and others, commitment to success, dedication to career, financial need, motivation, reliability, responsibility, and teamwork. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: WAI is a nonprofit professional organization dedicated to encouraging women to consider an aviation career, providing educational outreach activities, and networking resources to women active in the industry. This program is sponsored by the Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA).

4044 ■ WOMEN IN AVIATION, INTERNATIONAL

Attn: Scholarships
101 Corsair Drive, Suite 101
P.O. Box 11287
Daytona Beach, FL 32120-1287
Tel: (386)226-7996
Fax: (386)226-7998
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.wai.org/education/scholarships.cfm
To provide financial assistance to members of Women in Aviation, International (WAI) who are active in aerospace and need financial support to advance their career.
Title of Award: Boeing Career Enhancement Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Aviation; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Management; Space and planetary sciences; Technology Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Professional, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: A stipend is awarded (amount not specified). Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to WAI members who wish to advance their career in the aerospace industry in the fields of engineering, technology development, or management. Applicants may be 1) full-time or part-time employees working in the aerospace industry or a related field, or 2) students working on an aviation-related degree who are at least juniors and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. They must submit an essay that addresses their career aspirations and goals, in addition to an application form, 3 letters of recommendation, a resume, copies of all aviation and medical certificates, and the last 3 pages of their pilot logbook, if applicable. Selection is based on achievements, attitude toward self and others, commitment to success, dedication to career, financial need, motivation, reliability, responsibility, and teamwork. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: WAI is a nonprofit professional organization dedicated to encouraging women to consider an aviation career, providing educational outreach activities, and networking resources to women active in the industry.

4045 ■ WOMEN IN AVIATION, INTERNATIONAL

Attn: Scholarships
101 Corsair Drive, Suite 101
P.O. Box 11287
Daytona Beach, FL 32120-1287
Tel: (386)226-7996
Fax: (386)226-7998
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.wai.org/education/scholarships.cfm
To provide financial assistance to women who are working on an undergraduate or graduate degree in a field related to aviation.
Title of Award: Dassault Falcon Jet Corporation Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to women who are working on an undergraduate or graduate degree in an aviation-related field. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, be U.S. citizens, and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. They must submit a 1-page essay describing their current status, what they hope to achieve with a degree in aviation, and their aspirations in the field. Selection is based on the essay, achievements, attitude toward self and others, commitment to success, dedication to career, financial need, motivation, reliability, responsibility, and teamwork. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: WAI is a nonprofit professional organization dedicated to encouraging women to consider an aviation career. This program is sponsored by Dassault Falcon Jet Corporation.

4046 ■ WOMEN IN AVIATION, INTERNATIONAL

Attn: Scholarships
101 Corsair Drive, Suite 101
P.O. Box 11287
Daytona Beach, FL 32120-1287
Tel: (386)226-7996
Fax: (386)226-7998
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.wai.org/education/scholarships.cfm
To provide financial assistance to members of Women in Aviation, International (WAI) who are interested in a career in aviation maintenance.
Title of Award: Delta Air Lines Aircraft Maintenance Technology Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $5,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to WAI members who are full-time students with at least 2 semesters of study remaining. Applicants must be preparing for an aviation maintenance technician license (A&P) or a degree in aviation maintenance technology with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required. As part of the selection process, applicants must submit an essay of 500 to 1,000 words that addresses such topics as who or what influenced them to prepare for a career in aviation maintenance technology, their greatest life challenge, their greatest strength and strongest characteristic, their most memorable academic experience, and why they are the best candidate for this scholarship. In addition to the essay, selection is based on achievements, attitude toward self and others, commitment to success, dedication to career, financial need, motivation, reliability, responsibility, and teamwork. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: WAI is a nonprofit professional organization dedicated to encouraging women to consider an aviation career, providing educational outreach activities, and networking resources to women active in the industry. This program is sponsored by Delta Air Lines. In addition to the scholarship, recipients are reimbursed for up to $1,000 in travel and accommodations expenses to attend the WAIs annual conference.

4047 ■ WOMEN IN AVIATION, INTERNATIONAL

Attn: Scholarships
101 Corsair Drive, Suite 101
P.O. Box 11287
Daytona Beach, FL 32120-1287
Tel: (386)226-7996
Fax: (386)226-7998
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.wai.org/education/scholarships.cfm
To provide financial assistance to members of Women in Aviation, International (WAI) who are interested in a career in aviation management.
Title of Award: Delta Air Lines Aviation Maintenance Management/Aviation Business Management Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Business administration; Management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $5,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to WAI members who are full-time students with at least 2 semesters of study remaining. Applicants must be working on an associate or baccalaureate degree in aviation maintenance management or aviation business management with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required. As part of the selection process, applicants must submit an essay of 500 to 1,000 words that addresses such topics as who or what influenced them to prepare for a career in aviation maintenance management or aviation business management, their greatest strength and strongest characteristic, their most memorable academic experience, their greatest life challenge and how has it enriched their life, and why are they the best candidate for this scholarship. In addition to the essay, selection is based on achievements, attitude toward self and others, commitment to success, dedication to career, financial need, motivation, reliability, responsibility, and teamwork. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: WAI is a nonprofit professional organization dedicated to encouraging women to consider an aviation career, providing educational outreach activities, and networking resources to women active in the industry. This program is sponsored by Delta Air Lines. In addition to the scholarship, recipients are reimbursed for up to $1,000 in travel and accommodations expenses to attend the WAI annual conference.

4048 ■ WOMEN IN AVIATION, INTERNATIONAL

Attn: Scholarships
101 Corsair Drive, Suite 101
P.O. Box 11287
Daytona Beach, FL 32120-1287
Tel: (386)226-7996
Fax: (386)226-7998
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.wai.org/education/scholarships.cfm
To provide financial assistance to members of Women in Aviation, International (WAI) who are studying engineering in college.
Title of Award: Delta Air Lines Engineering Scholarships Area, Field, or Subject: Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; Engineering, Electrical; Engineering, Mechanical Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $5,000. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to WAI members who are full-time juniors or seniors with at least 2 semesters of study remaining. Applicants must be working on a baccalaureate degree in aerospace, aeronautical, electrical, or mechanical engineering with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. U.S. citizenship is required. As part of the selection process, applicants must submit an essay of 500 to 1,000 words that addresses such questions as who or what influenced them to prepare for a career in engineering, their greatest strength and strongest characteristic, their most memorable academic experience, their greatest life challenge and how has it enriched their life, and why are they the best candidate for this scholarship. In addition to the essay, selection is based on achievements, attitude toward self and others, commitment to success, dedication to career, financial need, motivation, reliability, responsibility, and teamwork. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: WAI is a nonprofit professional organization dedicated to encouraging women to consider an aviation career, providing educational outreach activities, and networking resources to women active in the industry. This program is sponsored by Delta Air Lines. In addition to the scholarship, recipients are reimbursed for up to $1,000 in travel and accommodations expenses to attend the WAI annual conference.

4049 ■ WOMEN IN AVIATION, INTERNATIONAL

Attn: Scholarships
101 Corsair Drive, Suite 101
P.O. Box 11287
Daytona Beach, FL 32120-1287
Tel: (386)226-7996
Fax: (386)226-7998
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.wai.org/education/scholarships.cfm
To provide financial assistance to members of Women in Aviation, International (WAI) who are active in aerospace and seeking financial support to enhance their aerospace career.
Title of Award: Amelia Earhart Society Career Enhancement Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Aviation; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Graduate, Professional, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to 1) full-time and part-time employees in the aerospace industry, and 2) full-time students enrolled in an aerospace degree program or flight school. Applicants must be WAI members and able to demonstrate commitment as a community and/or care giver. They must submit a 500-word essay that addresses their career aspirations and goals, 3 letters of recommendation, a resume, copies of all aviation and medical certificates, and the last 3 pages of their pilot logbook, if applicable. Selection is based on achievements, attitude toward self and others, commitment to success, dedication to career, financial need, motivation, reliability, responsibility, and teamwork. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: WAI is a nonprofit professional organization dedicated to encouraging women to consider an aviation career, providing educational outreach activities, and networking resources to women active in the industry. The Amelia Earhart Society is a nonprofit organization for people who, like Amelia Earhart, provide a positive influence both at work and in the community; they are a diverse team of women and men who are Boeing employees, retirees, spouses, and contract hires from all areas of the company.

4050 ■ WOMEN IN AVIATION, INTERNATIONAL

Attn: Scholarships
101 Corsair Drive, Suite 101
P.O. Box 11287
Daytona Beach, FL 32120-1287
Tel: (386)226-7996
Fax: (386)226-7998
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.wai.org/education/scholarships.cfm
To provide financial assistance to members of Women in Aviation, International (WAI) who are interested in a career in aviation management.
Title of Award: GAT Wings to the Future Management Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Business administration; Management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500. Duration: 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to WAI members who are enrolled in an aviation management or aviation business program at an accredited college or university. Applicants must be full-time students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and interested in preparing for an aviation management career. Selection is based on achievements, attitude toward self and others, commitment to success, dedication to career, financial need, motivation, reliability, responsibility, and teamwork. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: WAIisa nonprofit professional organization dedicated to encouraging women to consider an aviation career, providing educational outreach activities, and networking resources to women active in the industry. This program is sponsored by GAT Airline Ground Support. In addition to the scholarship, recipients are reimbursed for travel and lodging expenses to attend the WAI annual conference.

4051 ■ WOMEN IN AVIATION, INTERNATIONAL

Attn: Scholarships
101 Corsair Drive, Suite 101
P.O. Box 11287
Daytona Beach, FL 32120-1287
Tel: (386)226-7996
Fax: (386)226-7998
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.wai.org/education/scholarships.cfm
To provide financial assistance to members of Women in Aviation, International (WAI) who are interested in career development activities in corporate aviation.
Title of Award: Women in Corporate Aviation Career Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation; Management Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Master's, Professional, Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $1,000.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to women interested in continued pursuit of a career in any job classification in corporate or business aviation. Applicants must be interested in participating in the NBAA Professional Development Program (PDP) courses, flight training, dispatcher training, upgrades in aviation education, or similar activities. General business course work is ineligible. Students currently enrolled in college should have an overall GPA of 3.25 or higher. Applicants should be actively working toward their goal and be able to show financial need. Deadline for Receipt: December of each year. Additional Information: WAI is a nonprofit professional organization dedicated to encouraging women to consider an aviation career, providing educational outreach activities, and networking resources to women active in the industry.

4052 ■ WOMEN MILITARY AVIATORS, INC.

c/o Travel Soft, Inc.
24 West Mall Drive
Huntington, NY 11743
Tel: (631)423-7171
Fax: (631)423-9128
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.womenmilitaryaviators.org/Scholarship/sch_about.asp
To provide financial assistance to women interested in a career in aviation.
Title of Award: Dream of Flight Memorial Scholarship Area, Field, or Subject: Aviation Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: 1 each year. Funds Available: The stipend is $2,500. Duration: Recipients must complete flight training within 1 year.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is open to women interested in pursuing an FAA (or equivalent) private pilot or advanced rating. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited college or university. Along with their application, they must submit an essay on why they believe they should be chosen for this scholarship, including why they learned to fly, what flying means to them, their career plans, and what they have already done to achieve those goals. Selection is based on ambition to advance women in aviation, past academic performance demonstrating persistence and determination toward achieving goals in aviation, and financial need. Deadline for Receipt: Applications are accepted in May of each year. Additional Information: Each year, this scholarship is named in honor of a distinguished woman military aviator. Recently, it was designated the 1st Lt. Tamara L. Archuleta Scholarship.

4053 ■ WYOMING SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

c/o University of Wyoming
Physical Sciences Building, Room 210
1000 East University Avenue
P.O. Box 3905
Laramie, WY 82071-3905
Tel: (307)766-2862
Fax: (307)766-2652
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://wyomingspacegrant.uwyo.edu/UGFellInfo.asp
To provide funding for space-related research to undergraduate students in Wyoming.
Title of Award: Wyoming Space Grant Consortium Undergraduate Research Fellowships Area, Field, or Subject: Aerospace sciences; Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical; General studies/Field of study not specified; Space and planetary sciences Level of Education for which Award is Granted: Undergraduate Number Awarded: Varies each year; recently, 8 of these fellowships were awarded. Funds Available: Grants range up to $5,000. Funds may be used only for undergraduate salary support, at the rate of $7.75 per hour. Tuition is not provided for the student's home institution, special institutes, or off-campus programs. Other expenditures not usually supported include travel, page charges, equipment, and supplies; applicants are encouraged to seek matching funds to cover those expenditures, and proposals that include matching by nonfederal funds are given priority. Duration: Research may be conducted during the academic year or summer.
Eligibility Requirements: This program is currently open to undergraduate students at the University of Wyoming and all community colleges in Wyoming. Applicants must be U.S. citizens who are interested in conducting a space-related research project under the mentorship of a faculty member. A major in science or engineering is not required, because the program assumes that even non-science majors broaden their educations with a research experience. The faculty mentor must have active status and/or plan to be on-site and readily available to the student. Selection is based on the scientific merit of the proposed project, the pedagogical benefits to the student as a result of the overall research experience, and the quality of the proposal and recommendations. Wyoming Space Grant is a component of the Space Grant program of the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), which encourages participation by women, underrepresented minorities, and persons with disabilities. Deadline for Receipt: February of each year. Additional Information: This program is funded by NASA. Recipients are expected to keep the program informed of their progress, submit a final report in a timely manner, participate in publications of research results, and present a colloquium on their research.