Youth and Young Adult Aviation Scholarships

If you are serious about a future in aviation and are 15 to 25 years old, consider preparing to apply for 2025 Scholarships. Watch here for announcements about the application deadline and other information. The window for receiving applications begins January 1.

How to Apply

On January 1, the online application form will be available via link that will be provided here.
—- The maximum award per individual for 2025 is $2,000.
—- HINT:   Start early! Review requirements in advance.
—- If you have any difficulty with this application process or the form itself, contact us at scholarships@eaa179.org

How Can These Scholarships Be Used?

The Albuquerque Chapter 179 of the Experimental Aircraft Association presents annual scholarship awards to candidates pursuing aviation education including flight training, A&P certification, etc. Applicants must be 15 to 25 years old and be a resident of New Mexico. The amount and number of grants are determined each year and contingent on available funding. Applications must be received by February 15, 2025. Recipients will be notified and awarded certificates at a chapter event in March or April.  Scholarships must be focused on their aviation endeavors and are paid directly to the school or instructor on behalf of the student recipient.

Examples of how these funds may be used:
—- Working toward certification including CFI fees, aircraft rental, and tuition
—- FAA testing fees
—- FAA textbooks, online and printed study guides, and other material related to the recipient’s scholarship endeavors

Scholarship funds cannot be used for general studies and school expenses. Good luck; we relish the opportunity to support you in your aviation endeavors!