Trade-school scholarship

Graybar Construction Trades Scholarship

Graduating seniors or high school graduates/GED holders with a 2.5+ GPA and financial need, enrolling full time in a nonprofit community college, trade school or apprenticeship program in the U.S. for construction trades (carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, pipefitting, sheet metal, welding, telecom and more). Open nationwide.

Dates TBANext cycle not yet published

Graybar Construction Trades Scholarship

Up to $2,500 a year, renewable once (up to $5,000) · Graybar (administered by the St. Louis Community Foundation) · High school senior / trade student

2027 dates not posted yet; Graybar says the next round begins in fall 2026. The 2026 round ran Jan 1 – Apr 15, 2026.

Official site Needs an essay? Use the toolkitLast verified Oct 19, 2026

Award: Up to $2,500 a year, renewable once (up to $5,000)
Deadline: Dates TBA: next cycle not yet published
Sponsor: Graybar (administered by the St. Louis Community Foundation)
Who can apply: High school senior / trade student
Essay: Check the official rules (may be required)
Where: Nationwide
Last verified: Oct 19, 2026

How to apply

Read the eligibility rules and deadline on the official Graybar (administered by the St. Louis Community Foundation) page. Details can change; the official page always wins.
Gather what it asks for (transcripts, references, an essay or video if required). Our essay toolkit helps you plan.
Apply before the deadline. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee (scam warning signs).