Aviation Scholarships

Provides from 50% to full tuition to attend an EAA Air Academy session. This scholarship is established by the Carson Family in memory of Dean William Carson, a dedicated pilot who was passionate about life, his family, and who was a proud EAA Young Eagles pilot. Special considerations: Residents of Southern California preferred; age 14 – 18, serious intent to pursue aviation related studies beyond high school; 2.0 minimum GPA.

The Imagine America Foundation created its Imagine America High School Scholarship Program in 1998 to help provide scholarships for high school students. This annual scholarship program has helped thousands of high school seniors afford a career education at hundreds of career schools across the United States. Each year, every high school in the United States and Puerto Rico may nominate up to five graduating seniors to receive a $1,000 Imagine America scholarship!

Minimum Requirements 1. Applicant must be a dues-current member of OBAP. 2. Have a minimum of 1500 hours total fixedwing pilot time. 3. Have a minimum of 1000 hours pilot in command (PIC) in fixed wing jet and/or fixed wing multi-engine turboprop.* 4. Applicant must submit a current resume. 5. Applicant must submit two (2) "Letters of Recommendation." 6. Applicant must currently have a FAA First Class Medical Certificate, and have authorization to study in the United States. 7. Submit a one page essay stating your interest in the Type Rating Scholarship.*Pilot in Command, per FAR 1.1, means the person who has final authority and responsibility for the operation and safety of the flight; has been designated as the pilot in command before or during the flight; holds the appropriate category, class and type rating, if appropriate for the conduct of the flight.UPS reserves the right to amend, suspend, rescind or terminate the scholarship for any reason after it has been awarded.

Minimum Requirements 1. Applicant must be a dues current member of OBAP. 2. Applicant must provide a letter verifying that he/she participated in at least one OBAP event. 3. Applicant must possess a current Private Pilotʼs license and be able to provide a copy. 4. Applicant must submit an essay of no more than 1000 words that details their greatest life challenge. 5. Applicant must submit a current resume and photograph. 6. Applicant must submit two (2) "Letters of Recommendation" with one from a dues current OBAP member. 7. Applicant must provide a copy of his/her medical permit.The $5000 award must be applied toward an advance rating

Minimum Requirements Applicants must meet the following requirements: 1. Applicant must be a dues current member of OBAP. 2. Applicant must provide a letter verifying that he/she participated in at least one OBAP event. 3. Applicant must possess and be able to provide a copy of a current Private Pilot's license. 4. Applicant must complete an essay on "What is/or has been your greatest life challenge, and how has it enriched your and/or someone else's life?" 5. Applicant must submit a current resume. 6. Applicant must submit two (2) "Letters of Recommendation" with one from a dues current OBAP member. 7. Applicant must provide a copy of his/her medical permit. 8. Applicant must write and submit a two (2)-page autobiography, which will include a recently taken photograph.

The scholarship is available to high school seniors and/or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program. Scholarships are awarded without regard to sex, race, creed, religion, age or country of origin. All scholarships are based on merit with restrictions. Scholarship applicants must have at least a 3.0 grade point average (on a 4.0 point scale) to apply for a scholarship. Selection factors include expression of mechanical ability, aviation interests, class attendance, motivation, technical aptitude, scholastic record, responsibility, and commitment to the aviation industry. Scholarships do not apply to pilot training, instrument ratings, or air traffic control programs.

Available to high school seniors who plan to or are attending an accredited school in avionics program. Scholarships are awarded without regard to sex, race, creed, religion, age or country of origin. All scholarships are based on merit with restrictions. Scholarship applicants must have at least a 3.0 grade point average (on a 4.0 point scale) to apply for a scholarship. Selection factors include expression of mechanical ability, aviation interests, class attendance, motivation, technical aptitude, scholastic record, responsibility, and commitment to the aviation industry. Scholarships do not apply to pilot training, instrument ratings, or air traffic control programs.

Available to high school seniors and/or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics program. Scholarships are awarded without regard to sex, race, creed, religion, age or country of origin. All scholarships are based on merit with restrictions. Scholarship applicants must have at least a 3.0 grade point average (on a 4.0 point scale) to apply for a scholarship. Selection factors include expression of mechanical ability, aviation interests, class attendance, motivation, technical aptitude, scholastic record, responsibility, and commitment to the aviation industry. Scholarships do not apply to pilot training, instrument ratings, or air traffic control programs.

Available to high school seniors and/or college students who plan to or are attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in an avionics program. Scholarships are awarded without regard to sex, race, creed, religion, age or country of origin. All scholarships are based on merit with restrictions. Scholarship applicants must have at least a 3.0 grade point average (on a 4.0 point scale) to apply for a scholarship. Selection factors include expression of mechanical ability, aviation interests, class attendance, motivation, technical aptitude, scholastic record, responsibility, and commitment to the aviation industry. Scholarships do not apply to pilot training, instrument ratings, or air traffic control programs.

Available to high school, college or vocational/technical school students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an accredited vocational/technical school in avionics or aircraft repair program. Scholarships are awarded without regard to sex, race, creed, religion, age or country of origin. All scholarships are based on merit with restrictions. Scholarship applicants must have at least a 3.0 grade point average (on a 4.0 point scale) to apply for a scholarship. Selection factors include expression of mechanical ability, aviation interests, class attendance, motivation, technical aptitude, scholastic record, responsibility, and commitment to the aviation industry. Scholarships do not apply to pilot training, instrument ratings, or air traffic control programs.

Available to high school seniors and/or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program. Scholarships are awarded without regard to sex, race, creed, religion, age or country of origin. All scholarships are based on merit with restrictions. Scholarship applicants must have at least a 3.0 grade point average (on a 4.0 point scale) to apply for a scholarship. Selection factors include expression of mechanical ability, aviation interests, class attendance, motivation, technical aptitude, scholastic record, responsibility, and commitment to the aviation industry. Scholarships do not apply to pilot training, instrument ratings, or air traffic control programs.

The scholarship will be available to high school seniors and/or college students who plan to or are attending an accredited school in an avionics or aircraft repair program. Scholarships are awarded without regard to sex, race, creed, religion, age or country of origin. All scholarships are based on merit with restrictions. Scholarship applicants must have at least a 3.0 grade point average (on a 4.0 point scale) to apply for a scholarship. Selection factors include expression of mechanical ability, aviation interests, class attendance, motivation, technical aptitude, scholastic record, responsibility, and commitment to the aviation industry. Scholarships do not apply to pilot training, instrument ratings, or air traffic control programs.