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UAA Collegiate Aviation Scholarships

University Aviation Association (UAA) · National

$500 – $5,000

8+ awards, separate application forms per scholarship

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Free to apply. Amounts and dates come from the provider's official page on the date shown; always confirm there before applying.

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At a glance

Award
$500 – $5,000 (Individual awards range from $500 to $5,000; not all awards fund flight training directly)
Status
Opens Apr 1, 2027
Deadline
July 6, 2027
Opens
April 1, 2027
Cycle
Opens April 1, closes early July each year (most awards). The 2026 cycle closed July 6, 2026; dates rolled to the 2027 cycle pending UAA publishing exact dates.
Who it's for
Open to all
Age
Adults
Certificates
Private (PPL), Instrument, Commercial, Multi-engine
Region
National

Who this is for

Applicants must be enrolled in an aviation or aerospace degree program at a UAA member institution. Most awards require a minimum 3.0 GPA, a faculty recommendation letter, and a written essay; at least two awards specifically target students actively pursuing flight certificates (Part 141 training or instrument/multi-engine/commercial ratings).

How to apply

  1. Read the full requirements on University Aviation Association (UAA)'s official page. Applying is free.
  2. Line up the slow pieces early: recommendation letters, transcripts, and any medical or student pilot certificate the provider asks for.
  3. 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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UAA Collegiate Aviation Scholarships: quick answers

How much is the UAA Collegiate Aviation Scholarships?

The published award is $500 – $5,000. Individual awards range from $500 to $5,000; not all awards fund flight training directly. One application cycle covers multiple awards (8+ awards, separate application forms per scholarship).

When is the UAA Collegiate Aviation Scholarships deadline?

The deadline on the provider's official page is July 6, 2027. Applications open April 1, 2027. Opens April 1, closes early July each year (most awards). The 2026 cycle closed July 6, 2026; dates rolled to the 2027 cycle pending UAA publishing exact dates.

Who is eligible for the UAA Collegiate Aviation Scholarships?

Applicants must be enrolled in an aviation or aerospace degree program at a UAA member institution. Most awards require a minimum 3.0 GPA, a faculty recommendation letter, and a written essay; at least two awards specifically target students actively pursuing flight certificates (Part 141 training or instrument/multi-engine/commercial ratings).

How do I apply for the UAA Collegiate Aviation Scholarships?

Apply for free on University Aviation Association (UAA)'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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