Scholarships

In 1989, the National Air Transportation Foundation (NATF) initiated the Pioneers of Flight Scholarship Program. This program was designed to provide financial support and motivation to young individuals striving for academic excellence. The overarching aim of NATF, through these scholarships, is to stimulate and advance careers within the general aviation sector.Qualification CriteriaTo be considered for the Pioneers of Flight Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:Be a sophomore or junior year college student, enrolled full-time in an aviation degree program at a recognized four-year college or universityMaintain a high academic standard with a GPA of 3.0 or above, on a...

The Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship helps students further their education and build careers in anti-fraud work. Recipients also receive one year of ACFE membership. Awards of $10,000, $7,500, $5,000 and $2,000 are granted and paid directly to the winner’s college or university. Congratulations to our 2025–2026 Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship recipients. History The program began in 1992 to support students who showed academic achievement in fraud-related fields. In 1998 it was renamed the Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship to honor ACFE members Larry Jennings, CFE, and Tracy Ritchie, CFE, who were among five people killed in the terrorist attack in Karachi, Pakistan, on November...

Eligibility - Open to students enrolled in a four-year college or university. - Applicants must be U.S. citizens and residents of one of the RMMI member states. - Candidates should be pursuing a career in the mining industry. Award - Recipients receive an all‑expenses‑paid trip to the RMMI Annual Meeting and Conference held in late June. This includes the chance to meet industry leaders and attend all technical sessions during the conference. Application instructions - Submit all required materials; incomplete applications will not be reviewed. - On a separate sheet, provide a brief autobiography (150 words maximum). Your autobiography should...

Technical Scholarship — Overview and Requirements Overview Established in 2007, this Technical Scholarship provides a one-time award of $1,000 to students enrolled in technical programs who plan to pursue careers in the mining industry, where technical skills are in high demand. Eligibility - High school seniors may apply. - At the time recipients are selected, applicants must be enrolled and in good standing in a two‑year technical or trade school program. - Candidates must be studying a trade relevant to mining. - Applicants must demonstrate an interest in a mining career. Required Application Materials (incomplete applications will not be considered)...

Overview The National Board Technical Scholarship supports students pursuing engineering and STEM-related careers that relate to the design, inspection, construction, and operation of boilers and pressure vessels. Who is eligible To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet all of the following: - Be accepted to or currently enrolled full-time at a trade school, technical college, or university located in the United States or Canada. - Be majoring in mechanical, manufacturing, electrical, industrial, welding, or chemical engineering, or in another engineering-related field deemed acceptable by the selection committee. - Be a citizen of the United States or Canada. - Be the...

Every year, the Sons of Norway Foundation presents around 25 scholarships to deserving students, fostering cultural exchange and supporting education to equip the future workforce.Applications for all scholarships commence on October 1. The deadlines differ, so it's crucial to review the details for each scholarship.Completing the scholarship application requires time and consideration, so ensure you allocate sufficient time. You have the option to save your application drafts and revisit them when you're ready.National ScholarshipsAstrid G. Cates Vocational School ScholarshipBernt Anker ScholarshipDan and Betty Rude ScholarshipDistrict Four ScholarshipDistrict Six ScholarshipElaine Nelson ScholarshipKing Olav V Norwegian-American Heritage ScholarshipMyrtle Beinhauer ScholarshipNancy Lorraine Jensen...

Sertoma’s Scholarship for the Hard of Hearing or Deaf has been the premier award for students who are deaf or hard of hearing since it began in 1994. The scholarship is open to graduating high school students and current undergraduates who are entering or continuing work toward a four-year bachelor’s degree in any field. Eligibility requirements - Documented bilateral hearing loss of at least 40 dB, confirmed on an audiogram using SRT and PTA measurements. - U.S. citizenship is required. - Enrollment must be full-time in a bachelor’s program at a college or university located in the United States. (Graduate...

Introduction Sertoma’s Scholarship for the Hard of Hearing or Deaf has been the premier award for students who are deaf or hard of hearing since the program began in 1994. The scholarship is open to individuals with clinically significant bilateral hearing loss who are either finishing high school or enrolled as undergraduates seeking four‑year college degrees in any field. Eligibility Requirements - Hearing loss: Applicants must have a documented bilateral hearing loss of at least 40 dB, verified on an audiogram with SRT and PTA results. - Citizenship: Applicants must be citizens of the United States. - Enrollment: Candidates must...

Introduction This scholarship honors artist P. Buckley Moss’s lifelong commitment to students who learn differently — a commitment rooted in her own struggles with dyslexia. It supports graduating high school seniors with language-related learning differences who plan to pursue careers in the visual arts. Background The P. Buckley Moss Society created an endowed scholarship in 2006 with a $20,000 founding gift; the first award was made in 2007. The Society itself was formed in 1987 by collectors to increase awareness of Moss’s art and to carry out charitable work consistent with her values. For more information about the Society, visit...

Overview Thanks to the generosity of anonymous donors, The Vegetarian Resource Group (VRG) awards a total of $50,000 in college scholarships each year to U.S. high school seniors who have actively promoted veganism within their schools and/or local communities. A vegetarian does not eat meat, fish, or poultry; a vegan is a vegetarian who also avoids other animal products such as dairy and eggs. Award amounts - One scholarship of $10,000 - Six scholarships of $5,000 each - Additional runner-up prizes Eligibility - Applicants must be graduating from high school in SPRING 2026. - Applicants must be U.S. high school...

Overview The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship seeks to recognize emerging leaders working in the environment, Tribal public policy, and health care sectors. Candidates are selected through a highly competitive process: students must first win their institution’s internal competition before being reviewed by the Udall Foundation. Recipients are required to participate in a multiday Scholar Orientation as a condition of accepting the award. Award information For 2026, the Foundation expects to grant 55 scholarships, each worth $7,000. Purpose and legacy The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship commemorates Morris K. Udall and Stewart L. Udall, honoring their influential contributions to Native American self-governance, improvements in...

Introduction Founded in 1955 through a trust established by the late Aubrey Lee Brooks, the Aubrey Lee Brooks Scholarships are awarded to graduating high school seniors from a 14-county region of North Carolina. Central administration of the Brooks Foundation scholarship program is handled by the North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority. Eligibility - Be a graduating high school senior and a permanent resident of one of the following North Carolina counties: Alamance, Bertie, Caswell, Durham, Forsyth, Granville, Guilford, Orange, Person, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, Swain, or Warren. - Intend to enroll for the first time as a full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate at...