Women in Corporate Aviation Scholarships Spring 2026

Scholarship Rules and Regulations:

• You may apply for up to 3 scholarships during each scholarship program cycle. Only two of the three can be financial scholarships

• You can receive 1 scholarship in a 12 month calendar period.

• You can only receive a scholarship from the same sponsor or financial scholarship once in 24 months.

NOTE: Financial scholarships are available to U.S./Canadian Citizens or students in U.S. colleges or educational programs only, unless otherwise noted by the scholarship

These requirements are the minimum for all scholarships unless otherwise indicated. Some scholarships may require additional information.

Please provide the following:

• Two recommendation letters

• Up to 1000 - word descriptive essay (details may vary for each scholarship)

• Professional resume

Recommendation Letters (Letters of Reference)

Strong References can come from the following people :

• Professional: Former managers, supervisors, or colleagues.

• Academic: Professors, advisors, or teachers.

• Character: Mentors, coaches, or volunteer coordinators, personal.

Essay

Tell us about yourself, your aviation history, and how you became interested in corporate aviation.  In addition, include the following:

• What motivates you, and what are your short and long term goals

• How will this scholarship help you achieve your goals

• Involvement in aviation activities and WCA, or involvement with other groups or charities (i.e., give us a view of who you are outside of work or school)

• Previous scholarships you’ve received and how they helped your career and/or goals

• Any unique or beneficial qualities that make you an outstanding applicant for this scholarship

• For a monetary scholarship, specify the training program and its associated cost

• Other applicable information requested by the scholarship sponsor

Resume

Your resume should address the following:

• Certificates already obtained, and flight hours completed (if applicable)

• Work history

• Educational scholarships, awards, and honors

• Demonstrated involvement in aviation related activities or volunteer efforts

Housing/Transportation/Associated Fees:

• WCA is not responsible for housing, transportation or other associated fees

Other Information:

• The awards must be used within 12 months of receipt, or as noted by the sponsor.

Contact Us:

If you have questions, please email the Scholarship Coordinator, [email protected] Jim Huntoon, or call +1 386-736-3379

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