GENERAL INCLUDING AEROSPACE AND FLIGHT ATTENDANT SCHOLARSHIPS
One Scholarship at $3,500
Basic Criteria
- These awards are provided to young aspiring BC Air Cadets, between 17-19 years of age, or qualified aged out cadets who are passionate about pursuing a career in the Aviation Industry.
- Applicants may only apply for ONE Scholarship within any given year.
- A statement from the applicant must also be included indicating why they should receive the award, their scholastic and personal achievements, and their goals.
- Applicants must have completed at least three years of Air Cadet Squadron training.
- Applications for aged out cadets will be accepted within twelve months of their 19th birthday or under special circumstances at the discretion of the Scholarship Selection Committee.
- Each applicant must attach a letter from the Squadron Commanding Officer identifying:
- Number of training years completed
- Most recent rank and any awards obtained
- Summer training camps attended
- Number of years of ground School attended
- If Glider or Private Pilot licence obtained
- The applicant must demonstrate (minimum 250 words) how the training will contribute to their aviation career including the following:
- My Vision of the Future of Aviation in the Next 20 Years
- Why Aviation is Critical to British Columbia
- Why Aviation is My Passion
- Letters of recommendation from personal contacts are very helpful to include in your application.
- Volunteer work in the aviation sector will be considered an asset.
- Training must occur in Canada.
- Applications must be received by midnight on the closing date.
Specific Criteria for General Including Aerospace and Flight Attendant Scholarship
- Intent to or already enrolled in an aviation or aerospace program at a post-secondary Canadian institution.
- An academic transcript must be included.
- Must describe their desire to complete training and pursue a career in Aviation and Aerospace or Flight Attendant Training, to obtain certification, a diploma or a degree.
- Volunteer work in the aviation and / or aerospace sector will be considered in the selection process.
- Funds will be paid in two instalments to the post-secondary school upon receipt of invoice.
Provide as much information as you can for the Selection Committee – the better your presentation, the more opportunity for success your application will have. Incomplete applications will not be considered and will be rejected. Ensure that all required attachments are included.
Please complete the Scholarship Applications below. Note that section 2 requires an internal Scholarship ID that will be provided after completing section 1:
STEP 1 – PRELIMINARY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
STEP 2 – MAIN SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION