EAA Scholarships

The EAA Scholarship Program encourages, recognizes and supports excellence among EAA members. Scholarships help outstanding students who demonstrate a financial need to accomplish their goals. EAA also appreciates the support of those who make these scholarships possible. A special message for donors.

A MESSAGE FOR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICANTS.

You should be well rounded, involved in school and community activities, as well as aviation. Academic records should show that you can successfully complete the educational activity for which you are applying. Please check individual scholarship descriptions for any special considerations.

You must be a current member of EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) to apply for these scholarships. Learn more about joining EAA or call 800.843.3612. Individual, family and student memberships are available. The EAA Scholarship program offers a direct benefit to current EAA members. Individual, family and student members must be current, active members from the date of the scholarship application through the date it is awarded.

SCHOLARSHIP CATEGORIES

EAA Air Academy Scholarships
Post High School Scholarships

HARRISON FORD SCHOLARSHIP
As Chairman of EAA’s Young Eagles program for five years (2004 – 2009), Harrison Ford made a wonderful contribution to the general aviation community. By funding this endowment, Angela and Jim Thompson have created an enduring legacy of Harrison's contribution to youth and general aviation. The Thompsons hope that other supporters will join with us in making the Harrison Ford EAA Scholarship a powerful force in aviation scholarship for our young people. This scholarship will help young people achieve their dreams of flight at whatever level a need exists, with scholarship awards supporting EAA Air Academy, flight training and academic tuition awards.
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ROLLS-ROYCE SCHOLARSHIP
Rolls-Royce will help young pilots achieve their dreams of flight by awarding six students, who have completed the majority of EAA’s on-line ground school course, with a $1,500 scholarship to attend a qualified flight school of the students’ choice. Additionally, one student will receive a scholarship in the amount of $7,500 towards flight training to earn a Private Pilot’s license at a qualified flight school of the students’ choice.
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EAA AIR ACADEMY SCHOLARSHIPS

339th Fighter Group Scholarship
Provides from 50% to full tuition to attend an EAA Air Academy session. Established in tribute to the 339th Fighter Group of World War II by Lt. Colonel Lee D. “Ike” Eisenhart, one of the squadron’s P-51 “Mustang” pilots and devoted EAA member.
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Aero Club of New England Scholarship
A one-time scholarship of $300 offered in honor of Mr. Jim Brown, Chairman of Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Presented by the Aero Club of New England; "In this day of increasing costs, scholarship funding for our future pilots is becoming even more important in providing opportunities to our youth.”
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Eldon Beresford Scholarship
Provides from 50% to full tuition to attend an EAA Air Academy session. Established in memory of Eldon Beresford, a 38-year veteran pilot for United Airlines.
Special considerations: resident of Illinois, Iowa or Wisconsin.
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Harold and Leona Boyles Memorial Scholarship
Provides from 50% to full tuition to attend an EAA Air Academy session. Established by Cecilia and Jerry Worth in tribute to her aunt, Leona.
Special considerations: first consideration extended to applicants residing in Central or Northeast Wisconsin
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Bury Family Scholarship
Provides from 50% to full tuition to attend an EAA Air Academy session. Established by long-time EAA member and board member emeritus Carl. F. Bury, this enduring scholarship is in tribute to beloved family members who have gone west: his wife, Marion, and sons Eric and Carl.
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Lew Cahill Memorial Scholarship
Provides a scholarship of $300 to attend an EAA Air Academy session. This scholarship honors the memory of Lew Cahill, a lifetime EAA member. Scholarship provided by his son, Patrick Collins.
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Dean William Carson Air Academy Scholarship
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.
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Allen L. Davis Scholarship
Provides from 50% to full tuition to attend an EAA Air Academy session or supports participation in other EAA education programs. Established in tribute to Allen L. Davis, pilot, CFI and General Motors automotive engineer.
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Cheryl Deamer-Boykin Memorial Scholarship
Provides from 50% to full tuition to attend an EAA Air Academy session. Established in memory of Cheryl Deamer-Boykin an aviation enthusiast and former chief administrator of West Marion Community Hospital in Florida. Special considerations: First consideration extended to residents of Marion County, Fla., and residents of surrounding counties served by Ocala Regional Medical Center.
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EAA Chapter 493 Scholarship
Provides a $500 scholarship to attend an EAA Air Academy session. The scholarship was established through the generosity of EAA Chapter 493, San Angelo, Texas.
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EAA Chapter 579 Scholarship
Provides a $1,000 scholarship to EAA's Air Academy. Established by EAA Chapter 579 (Aurora, Ill.), and represents a combination of the Daniel Kelley Young Eagle Scholarship Fund and contributions to the Roger Mahr Aviation Experience.
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EAA Chapter 908 Scholarship
This scholarship supports two to four students’ attendance at an EAA Air Academy session. It is generously provided by the members of EAA Chapter 908, Ft. Pierce, Fla.
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EAA Young Eagles Next Step Air Academy Scholarships
Four Air Academy scholarships are offered annually to those who have taken a Young Eagles flight and completed both volume one and volume two of the Sporty’s Complete Flight Training Course prior to the year’s deadline for submitting admission applications. Transportation expenses may also be included in the award.
Special considerations: must be age 15 or under during the summer of Air Academy enrollment; completed a Young Eagles flight and volumes one and two of the Sporty’s Complete Flight Training Course.
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Thomas Ellsberg Scholarship
Provides a minimum of 50% tuition attend an EAA Air Academy session or supports participation in other EAA education programs. The scholarship honors the memory of Tom Ellsberg an aerobatic pilot known for flying "The Oregon Streaker."
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Friendship One Fund
Fund annually provides one or more EAA Air Academy scholarships. Founded by three of EAA's most distinguished members and supporters: Joe Clark, Clay Lacy and Bruce McCaw.
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J. Andrew Garratt Memorial Scholarship
Provides $500 (or more) to support young women’s attendance at an EAA Air Academy session or supports participation in other EAA education offerings. Provided by two-time "Earthrounder" CarolAnn Garratt in tribute to her brother, Andy. Special considerations: Females preferred; superior academic achievement is emphasized with at least a 3.0 GPA required for high school courses.
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Jason Kurt Lohr Memorial Scholarship
Provides up to full tuition to attend the EAA Air Academy Advanced Camp. Established in tribute to Jason Kurt Lohr, a devoted and enthusiastic aviator. Special considerations: St. Louis area applicants preferred; Advanced Air Academy Camp only.
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Russell T. MacFarlane Scholarship Program
This enduring program provides scholarships for youths to attend an EAA Air Academy session or participate in other EAA education programs. Established by Russell MacFarlane, an accomplished aviator, long-time EAA member and generous donor.
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Conrad "Marty" Martin Memorial Scholarship
Provides supports for two – three young people to attend an EAA Air Academy session. This scholarship was established by EAA Chapters 170 (San Luis Obispo), 465 (Paso Robles) and 499 (Santa Maria). Marty served as a dedicated Young Eagles Coordinator for the California Central Coast Region for many years. Special considerations: Financial need.
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Craig A. Mueller Memorial Scholarship
Provides 50% tuition to attend the EAA Air Academy session or other EAA education offering. Established in memory of airline Capt. Craig A. Mueller, who paid for his flying lessons by working at Green Bay's Austin Straubel Airport.
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Johnnie and Nina Clay Paradiso Scholarship for Females in Aviation/Aerospace
Provides up to full tuition to attend the EAA Air Academy session or supports participation in other EAA education offerings. Consideration may also be extended for support of post-secondary educational pursuits in the fields of aviation and aerospace. Established by sisters Johnnie Paradiso and Nina Clay Paradiso in tribute to their father Commander John Paradiso, a naval aviator. Special considerations: Female applicants only; traditionally awarded at “Women Soar You Soar” during each year’s AirVenture.
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Tim C. Peterson Scholarship
Provides a full scholarship to attend an EAA Air Academy session or supports participation in other EAA education programs. Consideration may also be extended for scholarship support of post-secondary aviation education pursuits.
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Richard P. Reitz Memorial Scholarship
Provides 50% tuition (minimum) to attend an EAA Air Academy session or supports participation in other EAA education programs; including internships. Established in memory of Richard P. Reitz whose passion is meant to be shared with young aviators. Special considerations: Residents of the Tampa Bay, Florida area (counties of Citrus, DeSoto, Hardee, Hernando, Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk & Sarasota).
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David & Andrea Robertson Scholarship
This endowed scholarship provides $500 each year to support participation in an EAA Air Academy session. Scholarship fund provided by EAA members David and Andrea Robertson.
Special considerations: Financial need/ disadvantaged.
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Allan K. Rose Memorial Scholarship
This EAA Air Academy scholarship of up to $650 honors the memory of Allan K. Rose of Scottsburg, Indiana. Established by his daughter Holly (Rose) Lawson, Wanda (Harrod) Rose and Wesley Rose.
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Neale Slater Memorial Scholarship
Provides a scholarship to attend an EAA Air Academy session or supports participation in other EAA education programs. Established to honor the memory of Neale Slater by retired USAF Colonel and long-time EAA member Raymond B. Bottom.
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Terry and Kimberly Slawinski Youth Aviation Achievers Award
Two or more awards are made available each year, divided equally between female and male applicants. Funding provided by EAA members airline Capt. Terry Slawinski and USAF Col. Kimberly Slawinski, M.D. Special considerations: Commitment to equal numbers of male and female awards.
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James Stafford Memorial Scholarship
Funds support one or more scholarships each year for and EAA Air Academy session or other EAA education offering. Scholarship established in tribute to EAA member James M. Stafford of Fond du Lac, WI.
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Harris M. Sullivan Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship provides up to $850 in funds for a young person to attend an EAA Air Academy session or other EAA education offering. Established by EAA Chapter 791 (New Port Richey, Fla.), in tribute to Harris Sullivan, devoted EAA member and Lancair pilot who flew more than 500 Young Eagles throughout Florida.
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Washington County Pilots Association Scholarship
Provides scholarships to attend an EAA Air Academy session. Established by the Washington County (Ind.) Pilots Association.
Special considerations: Residents of Washington County, Indiana.
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Robert B. Wronke Memorial Scholarship
Provides 50% tuition to attend an EAA Air Academy session or other EAA education offering. Established in tribute to Robert Wronke, a great fan of EAA and the city of Oshkosh.
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Zieve Family Michigan Scholarship
This fund provides 75% to 100% tuition for a youth from Michigan to attend an EAA Air Academy session. It was established by Joel and Ann Zieve, business owners and aviators in West Michigan, to encourage students with a passion for aviation to pursue their dreams and not let any challenge (financial or otherwise) get in their way.
Special Considerations: Michigan residents; financial need; GPA of 3.0 or better.
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POST HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS
Applications close annually on February 28.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Scholarship - Five 4-year scholarships of $4000/year.
These five scholarships are available for award each year to newly applying students at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Each scholarship is for $4,000 a year for four years of enrollment. Students must maintain good academic standing to continue to receive scholarship funding in years two, three and four. Special considerations: preference given to applicants who have attended or who are attending EAA Air Academy Camps; not available to students currently enrolled at ERAU.
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Hansen Scholarship - Two $1,000 scholarships
This scholarship is awarded to a student in good academic standing enrolled in an accredited college, university, or technical college pursuing a degree in Aerospace Engineering, or Aeronautical Engineering. Financial need is a consideration.
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Capt. Thomas J. Hudner Medal of Honor Award
The Brian LaViolette Scholarship Foundation provides a $500 award to a young person with a strong record of involvement with EAA; recognizes students for their leadership and community involvement; and salutes those students who express intent to serve our country through the military or public service.
Special considerations: Wisconsin or nearby resident; recommendation of an EAA member strongly desired; must attend dinner on the Tuesday evening of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh for award presentation.
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Clay Lacy Professional Pilot Scholarship Program
The Clay Lacy Professional Pilot Scholarship Program was established by famed aviator Clay Lacy, through an agreement with EAA, to provide a unique opportunity for students to prepare for an aviation career with a quality education. It provides up to four highly-qualified flight students the opportunity to attend a professional pilot program at the University of North Dakota, John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to earn a college degree as a professional pilot and obtain commercial, instrument, multi-engine and all fixed-wing flight instructor ratings. Participants will also live on the EAA Air Academy campus and support EAA programs, activities and events. This scholarship offering provides for an inclusion of a substantial portion of flight-related fees within each total award of up to $12,500 per year per scholarship.
Special considerations: Applicants must apply for this scholarship through the UND Odegard School of Aerospace Science. Recipients must attend UND; meet FAA criteria for licensure; must have a private pilot's certificate; and, must demonstrate financial need. For information on the UND Odegard School of Aerospace Science and to obtain an application, please call 800.258.1525.

H.P. "Bud" Milligan Aviation Scholarship - One $500 scholarship
This scholarship is presented to a student enrolled in an accredited aviation program at a college, technical school, or aviation academy.
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Payzer Scholarship - One $5,000 scholarship
Presented by EAA from an endowment from the Payzer Family, to an individual accepted or enrolled in an accredited college, university or post-secondary school with an emphasis on technical information. The scholarship will be awarded to a person who is seeking a major and declares an intention to pursue a professional career in engineering, mathematics, or the physical or biological sciences.
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David Alan Quick Scholarship - One $500 scholarship
Presented by EAA from an endowment established in memory of David Alan Quick by the Quick Family. This scholarship is awarded to a junior or senior in good standing, enrolled in an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree in Aerospace or Aeronautical Engineering.
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Richard Lee Vernon Aviation Scholarship - One $500 scholarship
Presented by the Vernon family to a person pursuing training leading to a professional aviation occupation. This scholarship is awarded to an individual accepted to a course of study in a recognized professional aviation training program in an institution of higher learning or aviation technical school. Applicants must have demonstrated the ability of completing the course of training, attain acceptable grades, and show the need for financial support.
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Women Soar Scholarship for Innovation
Dr. Lori M. Fussell and Jerry Fussell are offering a $1,000 scholarship for the selected candidate’s pursuit of a college degree with the goal of empowering women to help solve the technology problems of the future through access to education in the sciences, engineering or aviation. The funds may only be used for academic pursuit and will be awarded directly to the candidate’s school of choice to support tuition expenses or other costs of attendance. The formal scholarship award will be made as part of the Women Soar award ceremony.
Selection criteria: Applicant must be a high school junior or senior at the time of the award. Applicants will submit a fact-based technical paper of at least 1,500 words on the subject of the environmental impact of aviation, summarizing the current issue and impact and discuss potential technological solutions to reduce the impact on the environment. (60% of evaluation). Applicants will also provide a brief synopsis of their current accomplishments at the high school level, including GPA for two years, major focus of studies and description of extra-curricular activities. (20% of evaluation). Applicants will also provide a written description of their plans for the future, highlighting colleges of interest, professional aspirations following graduation, and their specific focus and passion for becoming one of society’s innovators. (20% of evaluation)
Application and/or questions should be sent electronically to lsiudzinski@eaa.org

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For General Scholarship Questions (eligibility, application process, status, etc.), please contact:

EAA Scholarship Department
P.O. 3086
Oshkosh, WI 54903-3086
Phone: 920.426.6823
E-mail: scholarships@eaa.org

AND, A SPECIAL WORD …

Giving to Support EAA Scholarships
Generous donors who provide gifts to support EAA’s scholarships are committed to maintaining aviation’s future leadership. Scholarships offer a meaningful way to help students with a dream to become the innovators, aviators and engineers of tomorrow. For example, a $500 gift will offset half or more of the cost for an Air Academy summer camp. However gifts in any amount are always welcomed and appreciated. Endowed scholarships are generally named in the donor’s honor, and, working with EAA’s professional staff, the donor may guide the scholarship’s award criteria. As an example, a gift of $10,000 generates approximately $500 per year for scholarship funding in perpetuity.

If you wish to support EAA through a gift to our scholarship program or are just considering a donation, please contact us. E-mail EAA's Development Office or contact Eric Von at 920-426-6887.