How to Apply
General WAI Scholarship Application Requirements
Applications for the 2026 general WAI scholarship program will open July 15, 2025. Only current members of Women in Aviation International are eligible to apply. You may apply for up to three scholarships. The deadline to submit an application for the general WAI scholarships will be October 15, 2025.
WAI2026 Scholarships Open July 15, 2025
Scholarship applications are only accepted through the WAI website via the online portal. Please do not mail or email hard copies of your scholarship application.
All applicants must submit the following:
- Two letters of recommendation. Letters should be no more than one page, and cannot be from family members.
- One 500-word essay focused on why a scholarship will help you achieve your goals
- Resume (no more than two pages). Do not include a photo of yourself on your resume.
- If applying for a flight training scholarship, please include copies of your pilot and medical certificates and the last three pages of your pilot logbook. This is not necessary for other types of scholarships.
- Other information if requested for each specific award/grant/scholarship
These requirements are the minimum for all scholarships unless otherwise indicated. Please read the description thoroughly to make sure you meet all requirements.
Your essay should include the following:
- Your name and contact information
- How a scholarship will help you achieve your goals
- Other information as requested for each specific scholarship
Resumes should include the following:
- Work history or school studies
- Any educational awards or honors
- Demonstrated involvement in aviation-related activities
- Certificates already obtained, date, and flight hours completed (only if applying for a flight training scholarship.)
Unless a scholarship description indicates that it is available only to U.S. residents, international WAI members may apply if they meet all other requirements.
All applicants must be current WAI members with an expiration date of March 30, 2026 or later.
Review Your Membership Details
Email scholarships@wai.org with any additional questions.