Annually
AWS Foundation National Scholarships
Award amount
$10k
Deadline
Sun, Mar 1, 2026
Time to apply
60+ min
Awards
130 awards
Eligibility
- Two letters of recommendations are required.
- Applicant must have an official transcript sent by email or mail directly from the school or third-party transcript provider.
- Some National Scholarships require demonstrated financial need, which means the cost of attendance exceeds the Student Aid Index (SAI) as found on the FAFSA Submission Summary.
- Some scholarships require, or have a preference for, applicants to be a member of AWS.
Description
The National Scholarships are the most prestigious, high-dollar scholarships offered by the AWS Foundation. More than 130 donor-funded scholarships, totaling over $700,000, are available for students pursuing a bachelor’s or associate degree in welding or a related discipline. Scholarships range from $2,500-$10,000+. Applicants are required to submit two references and official transcripts.
Provided by AWS Foundation
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