Top 43 Scholarships for Students Studying Automotive Trades in April 2024

Looking to pursue a career in retail or hospitality? The South Dakota Retailers Association Scholarship Program is here to help! The program offers financial assistance to students studying in fields related to retail, including business administration, the culinary arts, Auto Mechanics, Landscape Design, Pharmacy, Photography, and more. As long as you're enrolled in a qualifying program at an accredited school and have graduated from a South Dakota high school, you're eligible to apply. Plus, if you've completed at least 24 credits from a college or university or 12 credits from a tech school or professional training institute, you're good to go. Don't have that much education under your belt? No worries - full-time work experience in lieu of the education requirement is also acceptable. Apply and take the first step towards your dream career!Show Less

The WSADA Bright Future Scholarship is open to high school students enrolling and students currently enrolled in a Washington State automotive technology program. A few scholarships will also be awarded to Washington State high school seniors who are employees of a WSADA-member dealership, who are immediate family members of a WSADA-member dealership employee, or those who are applying to Northwood University’s Automotive Marketing and Management Program. Winning recipients will earn $3,000 to go toward their postsecondary education. If you're a Washingtonian with a passion for automotive technology, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a Hawaii resident of Native Hawiian descent enrolled full-time (12 credits min.) in a 2-year vocational degree or vocational certification program in Hawaii? If so, you may be eligible for the ALU LIKE, Inc. Hana Lima Scholarship! Each year, their scholarship awards $1,500 each to multiple such students who are enrolled in a 2-year vocational program at an eligible institution of higher education in Hawaii (a full list of eligible institutions can be found on the ALU Like, Inc. website). Applicants must also hold a minimum 2.0 GPA to be considered. If you're a Native Hawaiian student and resident of Hawaii who will be attending a 2-year vocational program in your home state, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a Pennsylvania resident pursuing a career in Energy, Health, Advanced Materials and Diversified Manufacturing, or Agriculture and Food Production? If so, the Pennsylvania Targeted Industry Program (PA-TIP) may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the program awards up to $6,000 to Pennsylvania residents to cover educational costs and living expenses. To be eligible, applicants must be U.S. Citizens or eligible noncitizens, residing in Pennsylvania, and enrolled in an approved program of study that is at least 10 weeks but less than two academic years in length. Check out the scholarship's website for a complete list of eligible schools and majors. If you're eligible, don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a Kansas high school (or home school) graduate (or GED holder) who is enrolled in or has been accepted for admission to a career technical education program? If so, you may be eligible for the Kansas Career Technical Workforce Grant! Each year, the grant awards up to $1,000 per year to multiple Kansas residents enrolled in technical certificate or associate of applied science degree programs in a high cost, high demand and critical industry field. To be considered, applicants must submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), the State of Kansas Student Aid Application, and have an official at their higher educational institution complete the Career Technical Workforce Grant Verification Form. If you're a Kansas resident in an eligible technical certificate or associate of applied science program, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a high school senior whose guardian or grandparent is a current or a former member of the American Postal Workers Union (APWU)? Better yet, are you looking to attend an undergraduate institution and need some help paying off those expenses? If so, you might want to consider applying for the American Postal Workers Union (APWU) Vocational Scholarship! Each year, recipients are awarded up to $3,000 for specialized training in a variety of fields including culinary arts, medical or dental assistance, electronics, real estate, automotive, IT/computer education, cosmetology, massage therapy, and more. Eligible programs can be of a nine-month to three-year duration. If you fit the criteria, can write a great essay, and believe in the importance of unions, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a student from New Mexico seeking a degree in automotive technology? If so, you may want to apply for the Andrew Piech Memorial Scholarship! This scholarship is open to students pursuing a degree in automotive or technical/vocational studies at a non-profit or public institution. The scholarship is offered by Albuquerque Community Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on providing grants to improve the community in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Paula and Gerald Piech established the scholarship in 2010 to honor their son, who was interested in the automotive field. Every year, one to two awards worth up to $2,200 are awarded to students to help pay for their education costs. If you’re a public or non-profit school student looking for some financial help for college, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you currently (or will soon be) enrolled full-time in a university, automotive engineering program, trade school, or technical institute in the U.S. or Canada to pursue an automotive-themed major? If so, you may be eligible for the AmericanMuscle Automotive Scholarships! Twice a year, the scholarship awards $2,500 to one (1) current undergraduate student or college-bound high school senior who will be pursuing an automotive-themed major in their post-secondary education. In order to apply, interested students must submit a 700 - 1,500-word essay answering "who [they] are and how [they] plan on using [their] automotive education to incite positive change and innovation within the custom car industry." If you are currently or will soon be pursuing an automotive degree or certificate, we encoruage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more. Bear in mind that this scholarship is offered twice a year, with deadlines falling on June 15th and October 15th of every year.Show Less

Are you a U.S. citizen who will be enrolled in a U.S. college for the upcoming Spring semester? Further, are you interested in the automotive industry? If so, consider applying for the CarBrain Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards $1,000 to one applicant who submits a 500 - 1,000 word essay best answering the year’s prompt. The prompts are often related to cars and/or the automotive industry, with this year’s being: “How could AI impact the automotive industry?” Besides the essay, applicants must also submit proof of enrollment at their college. The scholarship is offered by CarBrain, a company that buys cars in less-than-perfect condition, like wrecked, broken-down, and collision-damaged cars.  If you’re a U.S. citizen passionate about the automotive industry and who will be enrolled in a domestic college for the upcoming Spring, we encourage you to apply for the CarBrain Scholarship!Show Less

Are you a woman studying at The Refrigeration School in Phoenix? If so, consider applying for the Women in Skilled Trades Scholarship! The scholarship is open to women enrolled in an RSI program who demonstrate financial need. The scholarship is funded by the Refrigeration School, Inc. (RSI), a private, two-year institution in Phoenix, Arizona. The Refrigeration School focuses on training students for careers in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration (HVAC/R), solar, electrical technology, and welding. Their mission is to support students in developing their knowledge and skills to be successful in the industry. Every year, multiple recipients of the scholarship earn up to $3,000 to help offset the cost of attending. If you are a woman enrolled in an RSI program and are looking for a scholarship opportunity, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a student enrolled in a post-secondary automotive service or collision repair program in Minnesota? If so, consider applying for the AASP-MN Scholarship! The scholarship is open to first- and second-year students in an automotive service program in Minnesota. The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota is happy to provide this opportunity for students. The AASP-MN is an association of independently owned automotive service businesses and industry suppliers. They are dedicated to improving the state’s automotive service industry. Every year, they choose a few lucky recipients to grant between $500 and $2,500 each to help them pay for their educational programs. If you are passionate about a career in the automotive service industry, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a current or incoming college student interested in a career in servicing or supplying parts for vehicle maintenance and repair? If so, consider applying for the Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship! The scholarship is open to students at a U.S. college or ASE/NATEF-certified post-secondary automotive, heavy-duty, or collision repair school. Since 1996, the program has helped students looking to enter the auto care industry. Today, the scholarship program is part of the University of the Aftermarket Foundation. They look to financially support students who seek a career in the aftermarket, or who are from aftermarket families. Every year, Automotive Aftermarket proudly offers multiple scholarships of up to $5,000 to help students pay for tuition, fees, or books. If you are passionate about a career in the auto care industry, we encourage you to apply!Show Less