The AWS Welder Training Scholarship is for students seeking welder training in a certificate program less than two years in length through a trade school, community college, or other facility providing welder training. The scholarship cannot be used towards an associates or bachelor's degree program. Applicants should check the District section map at the scholarship site. Applicant must be planning to attend a trade school, community college, or other facility providing welder training. Awards will not be made to Section officers, or their families. Awards will not be made to Section Selection Committee members, or their families. Awards are for tuition and fees only and will be paid directly to the academic institution by the AWS Foundation. Scholarship recipients must provide verification of enrollment prior to disbursement of award.