9 scholarships open to college students with deadlines in March 2027. The earliest deadline is Mar 1, 2027 (AWS Foundation District & Section Scholarships) and the latest is Mar 31, 2027. The largest award listed is $2,500–$10,000+ (130+ awards) from American Welding Society Foundation. 1 of 9 need no essay. Some are limited to residents of AZ, CA, FL, MN, NY. Sponsors include American Welding Society Foundation, Bill Felix Memorial Foundation, California Student Aid Commission and others. Always confirm on the official site.
Welding students in each AWS district/section area, including those in certificate and vocational welding programs. Funds cover tuition, fees, books, supplies and required equipment.
Students pursuing a certificate, associate or bachelor's degree in welding or a related field. Some awards give priority to AWS members.
LGBTQ+ students and allies in the Upper Midwest (Minnesota and surrounding states).
California residents filing the FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application for 2027-28; community college students may apply by Sep 2, 2027.
College sophomores/juniors committed to the environment, or Native American/Alaska Native students in tribal public policy or health care. Requires campus nomination.
Mostly for residents of states with UNICO chapters (CA, CT, DE, FL, IL, MA, MN, MO, NJ, NY, PA, TN, VA, WI); the Southern Italy Scholarship is open to all 50 states.
Tucson-area students (3.0+ GPA) attending or enrolling at Pima Community College or the University of Arizona, or HS basketball players.
U.S. students 13+; short written response.
Students (including high school seniors) entering or enrolled in automotive, collision, heavy-duty/diesel or related technician and aftermarket programs.
9 as of Oct 15, 2026, each checked on the sponsor's official page. Expired deadlines are removed automatically every week.
AWS Foundation District & Section Scholarships closes on Mar 1, 2027. The last one listed here closes on Mar 31, 2027.
Cal Grant (state aid priority deadline).
AWS Foundation National Scholarships ($2,500–$10,000+ (130+ awards)); Udall Undergraduate Scholarship ($7,500); University of the Aftermarket Foundation / Automotive Aftermarket Scholarships ($1,000–$5,000).