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 also 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 and student memberships are available. The EAA Scholarship program offers a direct benefit to current EAA members. Individual 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

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 by World War II fighter pilot and EAA member Lt. Col. Lee D. Eisenhart.
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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: Residents of Illinois, Iowa or 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 in tribute to beloved family members who have gone west: his wife, Marion, and his sons Eric and Carl.
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Chevron Global Aviation Scholarship
Provides $1000 scholarships for up to 12 students to attend EAA's Advanced Air Academy Camp. These scholarships are awarded to students who are interested in pursuing a career in aviation.
Special Considerations: Must be referred by a Chevron or Texaco FBO.
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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, aviation enthusiast and former chief administrator of West Marion Community Hospital in Florida.
Special considerations: Residents of Marion County, Florida, or surrounding counties served by Ocala Regional Medical Center.
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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.), combing the Daniel Kelley Young Eagle Scholarship Fund and donations to the Roger Mahr Aviation Experience.
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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. Honors the memory of Tom Ellsberg, an aerobatic pilot known for flying "The Oregon Streaker."
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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
Provides scholarships to attend an EAA Air Academy session or other EAA education programs. Established by Russell MacFarlane, aviator and long-time EAA member.
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Johnny 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 scholarship 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.
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The Perritt Foundation's EAA Air Academy Scholarship
Provides multiple scholarships to attend the EAA Air Academy Camp.
Special considerations: Chicago area residents only; financial need.
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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 new 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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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 EAA member Raymond B. Bottom.
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Washington County Pilots Association Scholarship
Provides scholarships to attend an EAA Air Academy camp. Establish by the Washington County (Indiana) Pilots Association.
Special considerations: Residents of Washington County, Indiana.
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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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Hudner Medal of Honor Scholarship: The Brian LaViolette Scholarship Foundation
Provides a $500 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; must attend dinner on the Tuesday evening of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh for award presentation.
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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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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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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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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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Clay Lacy Professional Pilot Scholarship
The Clay Lacy Professional Pilot Scholarship 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.
The Clay Lacy Professional Pilot Scholarship provides for a substantial portion of flight-related fees up to $12,500 per year.
This 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.
Special considerations: must attend UND; meet FAA criteria for licensure; must have a private pilot's certificate; demonstrate financial need.
For information on the UND Odegard School of Aerospace Science and an application, please call 800.258.1525. Applicants must apply for this scholarship through the UND Odegard School of Aerospace Science.

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A WORD TO SCHOLARSHIP DONORS
Giving to Support EAA Scholarships.
Generous donors who provide gifts to support EAA’s scholarships are committed to 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.
Endowed scholarships are generally named in the donor’s honor and, working with EAA’s professional staff, determines the scholarship’s award criteria. A gift of $10,000 generates approximately $500 per year in scholarship funding in perpetuity. However gifts in any amount are always welcomed and appreciated.
If you wish to support EAA through a gift benefiting our scholarship program or have additional questions, please contact us. E-mail EAA's Development Office or call 800.236.1025.

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