AMAC Foundation Aviation Scholarships
AMAC Foundation · National
Amount varies
6 named awards, one shared annual cycle
Free to apply. Amounts and dates come from the provider's official page on the date shown; always confirm there before applying.
At a glance
- Award
- Amount varies (No dollar figures published; 37 recipients were awarded across the 2025 cycle)
- Status
- Check dates
- Cycle
- Annual; 2026 deadline was May 31. Next cycle dates not yet published.
- Who it's for
- Women, Minority students
- Age
- All ages
- Certificates
- Any certificate or rating
- Region
- National
- Membership
- Paid membership in the host organization is required to apply
Who this is for
Open to U.S. citizens who are minorities or women enrolled in or accepted to an accredited college, university, or trade school pursuing aviation-related fields including piloting. Applicants must hold active AMAC student membership ($25/year) and maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA (2.8 for some awards). Applying requires paid membership in the host organization; the application itself is free.
How to apply
- Read the full requirements on AMAC Foundation's official page, including the membership requirement. Applying is free.
- Line up the slow pieces early: recommendation letters, transcripts, and any medical or student pilot certificate the provider asks for.
- Write the essay with numbers, not passion: name your certificate goal, your school, your hours so far, and exactly what this award covers. Build your plan so every figure in the essay is real.
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AMAC Foundation Aviation Scholarships: quick answers
How much is the AMAC Foundation Aviation Scholarships?
AMAC Foundation doesn't publish a single figure for this award (No dollar figures published; 37 recipients were awarded across the 2025 cycle). Check the official page for the current cycle's amount.
When is the AMAC Foundation Aviation Scholarships deadline?
AMAC Foundation doesn't publish fixed dates for this award. Annual; 2026 deadline was May 31. Next cycle dates not yet published.
Who is eligible for the AMAC Foundation Aviation Scholarships?
Open to U.S. citizens who are minorities or women enrolled in or accepted to an accredited college, university, or trade school pursuing aviation-related fields including piloting. Applicants must hold active AMAC student membership ($25/year) and maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA (2.8 for some awards). Applying requires paid membership in the host organization; the application itself is free.
How do I apply for the AMAC Foundation Aviation Scholarships?
Apply for free on AMAC Foundation's official page. There is no application fee, and no legitimate aviation scholarship charges one or asks for your Social Security number. Have your essay, recommendation letters, and any required certificates ready before the window opens.
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