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Avg. Amount Awarded
296
Days
April 30 2026
Application Deadline
N/A
Renewable
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Edward W. Stimpson Aviation Excellence Award

Description

The General Aviation Manufacturers Association offers the Edward W. Stimpson Aviation Excellence Award annually as part of its commitment to advancing careers in general aviation. An applicant must be a current student at a U.S. high school, graduating in the Spring of 2025. They must be accepted to and enrolling in an institution for an aviation-related degree program (e.g., flight training, aviation management, aerospace engineering, aviation maintenance). Applicants must submit a maximum of two letters of recommendation. Applicants will be assessed on their academic achievements, involvement in extra-curricular activities, and their essay question responses. Applications must be submitted through mail or email, electronic submissions are preferred. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

Amount Details

$2,000
Low Amount Awarded

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust be an undergraduate student
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  • CheckmarkMinimum 3.0 GPA
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  • CheckmarkRestricted to students studying Aviation/Aerospace

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Contact Megan Brien
Director, Meetings and Member Engagement
mbrien@gama.aero
Tel: 202-393-1500 Address 1400 K St NW, Suite 801
Washington, DC 20005