2021 AE Flight Training Scholarship Application

Up to $20,000 to complete an additional pilot certificate or rating or pilot training course.
Examples: Multi-engine rating, commercial certificate, King Air competency or qualification training or Boeing 737 type rating.

2021 AE Academic Scholarship Application

Up to $10,000 scholarship towards one year of a college degree in aviation or aerospace. Students may re-apply for continuing support through graduation.
Examples: Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in fields such as aerospace engineering, aviation business management, air traffic management, or professional pilot. Note: Flight training may be included if integral to curriculum.

2021 AE Technical Training Scholarship Application

Up to $20,000 scholarship to complete an aviation or aerospace technical training or certification course.
Examples: ATP CTP, Airframe and/or Powerplant Mechanic certificate, Dispatcher certificate, Air Traffic Control training program, government or manufacturer’s safety training, specialized training or certification course. Note: Excludes any flight training and any technical training that is part of a college degree program.

2021 AE Vicki Cruse Memorial Scholarship Application for Emergency Maneuver Training

Fully paid scholarship to provide emergency maneuver and spin training in addition to an introduction to aerobatics. In memory of 99 Vicki Cruse, this scholarship is available to any licensed pilot member of The 99s without regard to existing ratings, financial need or length of membership. Complete details about the training can be found in the application package.

2021 AE Kitty Houghton Memorial Scholarship Application

This International scholarship in memory of Kitty Houghton, is offered specifically to encourage women pilots in emerging economy countries to pursue a career in aviation benefiting their home country. Applicants should demonstrate an interest in and enthusiasm for flying and have begun to work on their pilot’s license.

Research Scholar Grants

• The documented history of woman’s place in the development and furtherance of aviation and aerospace.
• Documenting and fostering the leadership role of women in all facets of aviation including social, economic, engineering, historical, political, etc.
• The expansion of human knowledge in areas of specific differences faced by women in aviation: as pilots, as engineers, as administrators, in military aviation, etc. Special disciplines applied to these problems could include, but not be limited to: history, sociology, psychology, biology, economics, business administration, human engineering, ergonomics, etc.

The grant may be used in conjunction with other research activities such as: completion of research requirements for an advanced degree or matching funds with other grants to fund a program larger than either grant could sponsor independently.

Information on the AEMSF Research Scholar Grants, including eligibility requirements, application process, and deadlines, may be obtained from Dr. Jacqueline Boyd, AEMSF Research Scholar Grants.

Reaching beyond The 99s Amelia Earhart Memorial Scholarships, scholarships both large and small are sponsored by 99s Sections and Chapters. Eligibility requirements vary considerably, so we recommend a thorough review of all scholarships listed.

Tips for Creating Your Best Application

The competition for a scholarship is fierce, so don’t make these blunders and faux pas that will put your application packet squarely in the average score range. Only the best applications can be funded. In an effort to help applicants turn in the highest quality application possible, here are some resources to help the applicants: 

• At the International Conference in Philadelphia, the Trustees presented a seminar on crafting a winning application. Why Didn’t My Awesome App Win? 
• Apply the tips and suggestions at – http://www.flightscholarship.info/application–tips.html