Air Traffic Control Association Scholarships
Scholarships for students in air traffic control and aviation degree programs, full-time aviation employees in advanced study, and eligible children of air traffic controllers.
- Award
- $5,000–$15,000 per selected student
- Deadline
- June 3, 2026
- Best for
- ATC and aviation students, employees, and eligible ATC dependents
- Geographic eligibility
- Primarily United States; citizenship varies by category
- Number of awards
- Multiple awards across five categories
- Total program funding
- Not published
- Membership
- No universal membership requirement published
- Application cycle
- Annual
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View official applicationAbout this opportunity
The Air Traffic Control Association Scholarship Fund supports future air traffic management and aviation professionals. Its category-based program serves traditional college students, specialized ATC students, working employees, and certain dependents of air traffic controllers.
Who can apply
ATCA uses five categories covering approved air traffic control programs, aviation bachelor’s or higher degree programs, full-time aviation employees pursuing advanced study, eligible children of air traffic control specialists, and aviation innovation students.
What the award may cover
Financial support is intended for eligible aviation and air traffic management education. Award payment and school-enrollment requirements are explained in the current application.
How to apply
Select the correct ATCA category, prepare certified academic records when required, include all requested recommendations and essays, and submit a complete package by the deadline.
- Verify the current deadline and every eligibility requirement.
- Confirm how funds are paid and when they must be used.
- Prepare transcripts, certificates, logbook totals, references, and essays early.
- Save the confirmation and a complete copy of your submission.
Selection and application notes
Planning tip: Category selection matters. The ATC-program, aviation-degree, employee, dependent, and innovation categories have different eligibility rules.