Women in Aviation International Scholarships
Women in Aviation International · National
$3,000 – $5,000
50+ awards per cycle, one application covers up to three scholarships
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
- $3,000 – $5,000 (Individual flight training awards typically range $3,000-$5,000 (e.g., PPL at $5,000, instrument at $5,000, CFI at $3,000, multi-engine at $3,000); 50+ total scholarships worth $200,000+ per cycle across all aviation categories)
- Status
- Open · closes in 54 days
- Deadline
- September 1, 2026
- Opens
- June 1, 2026
- Cycle
- Opens June 1, closes September 1 each year; winners announced December 15, awards presented at WAI conference in February
- Who it's for
- Women, Open to all
- Age
- All ages
- Certificates
- Private (PPL), Instrument, Instructor (CFI), Multi-engine
- Region
- National
- Membership
- Paid membership in the host organization is required to apply
Who this is for
Open to current WAI members of any age, gender, or background whose membership remains active through at least March 2027; applicants may apply for up to three scholarships per cycle, with offerings spanning private pilot, instrument, CFI, multi-engine, and other aviation and aerospace paths. Applying requires paid membership in the host organization; the application itself is free.
How to apply
- Read the full requirements on Women in Aviation International'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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Women in Aviation International Scholarships: quick answers
How much is the Women in Aviation International Scholarships?
The published award is $3,000 – $5,000. Individual flight training awards typically range $3,000-$5,000 (e.g., PPL at $5,000, instrument at $5,000, CFI at $3,000, multi-engine at $3,000); 50+ total scholarships worth $200,000+ per cycle across all aviation categories. One application cycle covers multiple awards (50+ awards per cycle, one application covers up to three scholarships).
When is the Women in Aviation International Scholarships deadline?
The deadline on the provider's official page is September 1, 2026. Applications are open right now. Opens June 1, closes September 1 each year; winners announced December 15, awards presented at WAI conference in February.
Who is eligible for the Women in Aviation International Scholarships?
Open to current WAI members of any age, gender, or background whose membership remains active through at least March 2027; applicants may apply for up to three scholarships per cycle, with offerings spanning private pilot, instrument, CFI, multi-engine, and other aviation and aerospace paths. Applying requires paid membership in the host organization; the application itself is free.
How do I apply for the Women in Aviation International Scholarships?
Apply for free on Women in Aviation International'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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