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Avg. Amount Awarded
45
Days
February 1 2026
Application Deadline
N/A
Renewable
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Vertical Flight Foundation Doctoral (PhD) Degree Scholarship

Description

Each year, Vertical Flight Foundation (VFF) scholarships are awarded to college students enrolled in programs related to vertical lift engineering and demonstrating an interest in pursuing careers related to vertical flight technology. The Vertical Flight Foundation Doctoral (PhD) Degree Scholarship will be awarded to applicants who must either hold a Master's (MS) degree or be enrolled in a combined MS/PhD program and have formally met a key doctoral milestone, such as passing qualifying exams. Applicants must have at least one term remaining in their current PhD program after the awarding of scholarships. Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from a professor who is familiar with their coursework and academic performance. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.

Amount Details

$3,000
Low Amount Awarded
$6,000
High Amount Awarded

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust be a graduate student
  • CheckmarkMust attend a university
  • CheckmarkMust not be attending high school currently
  • CheckmarkMust study full-time
  • CheckmarkRestricted to students studying Aviation/Aerospace, Engineering/Technology

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