Museum of Flight Flight Training Scholarships
The Museum of Flight (Seattle) · Washington
Up to $14,000
9 awards across 3 named scholarships (Alaska Airlines, Benjamin L. Ellison, Frank and Betty Houston), one application
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 $14,000 (Up to $14,000 per recipient, paid in three stages ($8,000, $4,000, $2,000) as training milestones are reached.)
- Status
- Check dates
- Cycle
- Opens mid-December each year; 2027 cycle opens mid-December 2026
- Who it's for
- Open to all
- Age
- Youth (age or grade cap applies)
- Certificates
- Private (PPL)
- Region
- Washington
Who this is for
High school students who are U.S. citizens residing in Washington state, at least 16.5 years old (as of March 1 of the award year), who have completed or are enrolled in Private Pilot Ground School. Some scholarships additionally require 40 or more hours of participation in Museum of Flight education programs such as Washington Aerospace Scholars or the Aeronautical Science Pathway.
How to apply
- Read the full requirements on The Museum of Flight (Seattle)'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.
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Museum of Flight Flight Training Scholarships: quick answers
How much is the Museum of Flight Flight Training Scholarships?
The published award is Up to $14,000. Up to $14,000 per recipient, paid in three stages ($8,000, $4,000, $2,000) as training milestones are reached. One application cycle covers multiple awards (9 awards across 3 named scholarships (Alaska Airlines, Benjamin L. Ellison, Frank and Betty Houston), one application).
When is the Museum of Flight Flight Training Scholarships deadline?
The Museum of Flight (Seattle) doesn't publish fixed dates for this award. Opens mid-December each year; 2027 cycle opens mid-December 2026.
Who is eligible for the Museum of Flight Flight Training Scholarships?
High school students who are U.S. citizens residing in Washington state, at least 16.5 years old (as of March 1 of the award year), who have completed or are enrolled in Private Pilot Ground School. Some scholarships additionally require 40 or more hours of participation in Museum of Flight education programs such as Washington Aerospace Scholars or the Aeronautical Science Pathway.
How do I apply for the Museum of Flight Flight Training Scholarships?
Apply for free on The Museum of Flight (Seattle)'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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