Bill Cowden Memorial Aviation Scholarship
Community Foundation of Dunn County · Midwest (ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IL, MI, IN, OH)
Up to $1,500
One award per year
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
- Up to $1,500 (Up to $1,500 per award; one scholarship given annually)
- Status
- Check dates
- Cycle
- Opens March, closes May each year; next cycle opens March 2027
- Who it's for
- Open to all
- Age
- All ages
- Certificates
- Instrument, Commercial, Instructor (CFI), Multi-engine
- Region
- Midwest (ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IL, MI, IN, OH)
Who this is for
Applicants must already hold a valid Private Pilot Certificate and reside or train in one of twelve Midwest states. Funds are designated for advanced flight training and rating progression beyond the private pilot level.
How to apply
- Read the full requirements on Community Foundation of Dunn County's official page. 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.
Bill Cowden Memorial Aviation Scholarship: quick answers
How much is the Bill Cowden Memorial Aviation Scholarship?
The published award is Up to $1,500. Up to $1,500 per award; one scholarship given annually. One application cycle covers multiple awards (One award per year).
When is the Bill Cowden Memorial Aviation Scholarship deadline?
Community Foundation of Dunn County doesn't publish fixed dates for this award. Opens March, closes May each year; next cycle opens March 2027.
Who is eligible for the Bill Cowden Memorial Aviation Scholarship?
Applicants must already hold a valid Private Pilot Certificate and reside or train in one of twelve Midwest states. Funds are designated for advanced flight training and rating progression beyond the private pilot level.
How do I apply for the Bill Cowden Memorial Aviation Scholarship?
Apply for free on Community Foundation of Dunn County'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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