Women Military Aviators Dream of Flight Scholarship
Women Military Aviators · National
What WMA publishes
2 awards per cycle at $3,000 each
Amounts, dates and eligibility change between cycles. Always confirm on the provider's page before applying.
Applications close September 1, 2026.
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What this award leaves to fund
- This award
- $3,000
- Private certificatePilotBound national estimate
- − $18,257
- Left to fund
- $15,300
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Open to women pursuing any flight rating at an accredited institution or FAA-approved Part 141 or Part 61 flight school in the United States. Applicants must hold a current paid Women in Aviation International (WAI) membership to apply, name the school where the training will happen, and address their interest in military aviation and their financial need. Applying requires paid membership in the host organization; the application itself is free.
How to apply
- Read the full requirements on the WAI application page, which hosts this award for Women Military Aviators, 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 Military Aviators Dream of Flight Scholarship: quick answers
How much is the Women Military Aviators Dream of Flight Scholarship?
The published award is $3,000. Training must be completed within one year of the award. One application cycle covers multiple awards (2 awards per cycle at $3,000 each).
When is the Women Military Aviators Dream of Flight Scholarship 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; applied through the Women in Aviation International (WAI) scholarship portal.
Who is eligible for the Women Military Aviators Dream of Flight Scholarship?
Open to women pursuing any flight rating at an accredited institution or FAA-approved Part 141 or Part 61 flight school in the United States. Applicants must hold a current paid Women in Aviation International (WAI) membership to apply, name the school where the training will happen, and address their interest in military aviation and their financial need. Applying requires paid membership in the host organization; the application itself is free.
How do I apply for the Women Military Aviators Dream of Flight Scholarship?
Apply for free through WAI, which hosts the application for Women Military Aviators. 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.