Experimental Aircraft Association opens 2025 aviation scholarships to students worldwide 

The aviation association offers scholarships to students of all ages, promoting opportunities in flight training, aeronautical engineering, air traffic control, and more.

The scholarships aim to foster interest in aviation and provide financial assistance to students in the United States and Canada.

According to the EAA, over 60 scholarships are available each year through the generosity of donors. These scholarships are open to a wide range of students and cover various aviation fields.

Applicants can be considered for all scholarships they qualify for with one application. The Foundation notes that the scholarship amounts depend on donor funding, which may not be confirmed until shortly before the awards are given.

The EAA offers two main types of scholarships. One category supports students pursuing flight training, such as obtaining a private pilot’s license (PPL) or additional ratings.

The second category includes post-secondary scholarships for students aiming to pursue degrees in aviation-related fields, such as aeronautics engineering, aviation management, air traffic control, and aircraft maintenance.

These scholarships can be used at any accredited flight training school or post-secondary institution in the U.S. or Canada.

Applicants must meet several key eligibility requirements.:

The deadline for submissions is February 28, 2025.

The EAA encourages applicants to submit their applications once they have completed their PPL or rating, as there is no benefit to submitting early.

Preference is given to EAA members or members of local EAA chapters, although membership is not a requirement for the scholarship.

The Foundation also values applicants who have volunteered for aviation and non-aviation organizations, as this shows a well-rounded commitment to the community.

Policy on AI and plagiarism   

The EAA has implemented strict guidelines regarding plagiarism and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the application process. All responses, essays, and other materials submitted by applicants must be original work.

For more details on the application process or to apply for a scholarship, visit the EAA Aviation Foundation website. The deadline for submissions is February 28th, 2025.

For more details on the application process or to apply for a scholarship, visit the EAA Aviation Foundation website. The deadline for submissions is February 28th, 2025.