Scholarship Undergraduate

Willard G. Plentl Sr. Aviation Scholarship Program

Virginia Airport Operators Council

Varies
Avg. Amount Awarded
235
Days
February 28 2026
Application Deadline
Yes
Renewable
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What you'll need:
  • Checkmark Other - Copy of acceptance letter or verification of enrollment into a post-secondary institution; List of school related and extracurricular activities
  • Checkmark Application Form
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Description

The Willard G. Plentl Sr. Aviation Scholarship Program will be awarded to a Virginia High School senior who is planning an aviation career in a non-engineering area. A certification of acceptance into a non-engineering, aviation-related postsecondary education program is required. Examples of non-engineering aviation careers include, but are not limited to, pilots, aviation maintenance technicians, aviation managers, etc. Applicants must attach no more than three recommendation letters and a typed sheet listing both school-related and extracurricular activities demonstrating accomplishments and leadership capabilities. Applicants must have their guidance counselor or other high school official sign all required certifications. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Virginia Airport Operators Council for more information.

Amount Details

$3,000
Low Amount Awarded

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust be an undergraduate student
  • CheckmarkMust attend a university or a four-year college
  • CheckmarkMinimum 3.5 GPA
  • CheckmarkMust currently be a high school student
  • CheckmarkRestricted to students studying Aviation/Aerospace

How to Apply

What you'll need:

  • Checkmark Other - Copy of acceptance letter or verification of enrollment into a post-secondary institution; List of school related and extracurricular activities
  • Checkmark Application Form
  • Checkmark Application Form May Be Submitted By Mail
  • Checkmark Essay
  • Checkmark Recommendations Or References
  • Checkmark Transcript
Contact Tony Sotelo
Scholarships Point of Contact
anthony.sotelo@doav.virginia.gov
Tel: 804-774-4634 Address 5702 Gulfstream Road
Richmond, VA 23250-2422