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Women in Aviation Tampa Bay Chapter Scholarship

Women in Aviation Tampa Bay Chapter · Tampa Bay, FL

Samip Shah
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Section 1What WAI Tampa Bay publishes

Straight from the provider's pagechecked September 1, 2026
AwardTwo $2,500 flight-training scholarships paid directly to the winner's flight school, plus one written (knowledge) exam fee reimbursement of up to $175.$2,500
DeadlineFunded annually through chapter fundraising, with dates set each cycle; the 2026 cycle (July 1 to August 16) has closed and 2027 dates are not yet posted.annual cycle
Open toWomen · Adults
Certificates fundedAny certificate or rating
RegionTampa Bay, FL
Membershiprequired to apply
Application feefree

2 flight-training awards + 1 written-exam reimbursement per cycle

Amounts, dates and eligibility change between cycles. Always confirm on the provider's page before applying.

Section 2Deadline reminders

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Section 3What this award leaves to fund

This award
$2,500
Private certificatePilotBound national estimate
− $18,025
Left to fund
$15,500

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Section 4Who this is for

Open to women who are active members of both the Women in Aviation Tampa Bay chapter and Women in Aviation International, are at least 18 years old, and are actively pursuing flight training. Two $2,500 flight-training awards are paid directly to the recipient's flight school; a separate award reimburses up to $175 in written (knowledge) exam fees. Members are encouraged to apply to both. Applications go through the Tampa Bay chapter directly, not the national WAI scholarship portal. Applying requires paid membership in the host organization; the application itself is free.

Section 5How to apply

  1. Read the full requirements on Women in Aviation Tampa Bay Chapter's official page, including the membership requirement. 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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Section 8Quick answers

How much is the Women in Aviation Tampa Bay Chapter Scholarship?

The published award is $2,500. Two $2,500 flight-training scholarships paid directly to the winner's flight school, plus one written (knowledge) exam fee reimbursement of up to $175. One application cycle covers multiple awards (2 flight-training awards + 1 written-exam reimbursement per cycle).

When is the Women in Aviation Tampa Bay Chapter Scholarship deadline?

Women in Aviation Tampa Bay Chapter doesn't publish fixed dates for this award. Funded annually through chapter fundraising, with dates set each cycle; the 2026 cycle (July 1 to August 16) has closed and 2027 dates are not yet posted.

Who is eligible for the Women in Aviation Tampa Bay Chapter Scholarship?

Open to women who are active members of both the Women in Aviation Tampa Bay chapter and Women in Aviation International, are at least 18 years old, and are actively pursuing flight training. Two $2,500 flight-training awards are paid directly to the recipient's flight school; a separate award reimburses up to $175 in written (knowledge) exam fees. Members are encouraged to apply to both. Applications go through the Tampa Bay chapter directly, not the national WAI scholarship portal. Applying requires paid membership in the host organization; the application itself is free.

How do I apply for the Women in Aviation Tampa Bay Chapter Scholarship?

Apply for free on Women in Aviation Tampa Bay Chapter'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.