Top 41 Transportation Scholarships in July 2024

Are you a Minnesota resident attending one of the 26 community and technical colleges of Minnesota State? If so, you may be eligible for the Minnesota State Workforce Development Scholarships! Each year, the scholarship awards $2,500 (per academic term) to multiple eligible students pursuing the fields of Education, Public Safety, Construction, Advanced Manufacturing, Agriculture, Health Care Services, Information Technology, Early Childhood Education, or Transportation. Those who have previously received the Workforce Development Scholarship and have since transferred to one of the seven state universities of Minnesota State are also eligible. Bear in mind that preference will be shown to those with financial need. If you're a Minnesota resident attending an in-state community or technical college, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a Kentucky resident who has enrolled, or been accepted for enrollment, in an approved, in-state program of study that leads to an industry recognized certificate, diploma, Associates of Applied Science (AAS) degree in a high-demand workforce sector or comprehensive transition and postsecondary (CTP) program? If so, you may be eligible for the Work Ready Kentucky Scholarship! Each year, the scholarship awards varying amounts of money to multiple eligible students who are pursuing a degree in one of the selected "qualifying areas" for the year. For the 2023-2024 year, these areas include Advanced Manufacturing, Business/Information Technology, Construction, Healthcare, and Transportation/Logistics. If you're a Kentucky resident who is currently or will soon be pursuing a degree in one of those areas, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a female student pursuing a degree in a STEM field? If so, consider applying for the ABC Humane Wildlife Women in STEM Academic Scholarship! The ABC Humane Wildlife Women in STEM Academic Scholarship is open to current female undergraduate and graduate students who are majoring in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics) fields. The scholarship was created by Urban Wildlife Manager, Rebecca Fyffe. Rebecca is an entrepreneur who credits her good business sense and cutting-edge research-based methods to her background in STEM. Thus, she created this scholarship to encourage more women to pursue STEM programs and science-based education. Each year, the scholarship awards $1,000 to one (1) lucky student to help pay for the costs of their education. If you’re a woman passionate about STEM and are looking for some help to pay off your degree, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a current or incoming undergraduate student belonging to an underrepresented group (female, of rural decent, or a member of an ethnic minority) pursuing a STEM-related major at a university in Kentucky? If so, the Nola Cook Scholarship may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards $750 to one (1) current or incoming underrepresented, full-time, undergraduate STEM student at a Kentucky college or university. To apply, interested students must submit a current resume, a transcript, a 500-word essay, a letter of recommendation, and proof of enrollment at their university. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a middle or high school student with a passion for STEM? If so, consider applying for the Breakthrough Junior Challenge! Each year, the challenge awards $250,000 to a 13-18-year-old student who creatively and clearly explains a scientific or mathematical theory, concept, or principle in video form. The videos must be no longer than a minute and 30 seconds long and should be a dynamic visual medium, using diagrams, simulations, physical demonstrations, and more. The scholarship is funded by technology investors and science philanthropists Julia and Yuri Milner.  If you have a love for STEM, video making, and want to go to college debt-free, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

The Parsons Brinckerhoff / Jim Lammie Scholarship is an award for those committed to a career in public transportation engineering. Candidates pursuing advanced degrees are eligible to apply. The scholarship requires enrollment in an accredited institution and a genuine passion for the public transportation industry. To apply, all candidates must be sponsored by a member of the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), and two letters of recommendation are mandatory. Renewing scholars need only submit one letter of recommendation. If you're looking to advance your career in public transportation engineering, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Jack R. Gilstrap Scholarship is the ultimate prize for those aiming for excellence. It's awarded to the applicant with the highest overall score, and it's open to anyone pursuing advanced degrees. To qualify, you must be enrolled in an accredited institution and show a genuine passion for the public transportation industry. Plus, you'll need a sponsor from any member organization of the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) and two letters of recommendation. If you're a returning scholar, only one letter of recommendation is required. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Louis T. Klauder Scholarship seeks to support the aspirations of those pursuing a career in the rail transit industry as an electrical or mechanical engineer. The scholarship is open to those seeking advanced degrees who are enrolled in a fully accredited institution. Candidates must demonstrate a strong interest in entering the public transportation industry and be sponsored by a member organization of the American Public Transportation Association (APTA). Two letters of recommendation are required for new scholars, while renewing scholars need only provide one. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Take the first step toward a promising future in the rail transit industry.Show Less

The Dan M. Reichard, Jr. Scholarship recognizes individuals committed to a career in transit industry business administration/management. Advanced degree seekers are encouraged to apply. A strong interest in public transportation is a must, and applicants should be enrolled in an accredited institution. Sponsorship by an APTA member is necessary, and two letters of recommendation are required for new applicants. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Dr. George M. Smerk Scholarship recognizes individuals committed to a future in public transit management. Open to those pursuing advanced degrees, applicants must display a passion for the industry and be enrolled in an accredited institution. All applicants must be sponsored by any member of the American Public Transportation Association (APTA). Two letters of recommendation are required for new scholars, while renewing scholars need only provide one. If you'd like to receive support for your career in public transit management, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a Black college junior attending a UNCF member institution in Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, Mississippi, Tennessee, or Virginia? Further, are you majoring in STEM, business, or sustainability-related disciplines? If so, the HBCU - Sustainable Communities Initiative may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the initiative awards $5,000 to multiple Black college juniors at UNCF member institutions in Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Virginia who are studying eligible fields. Preference will be given to students majoring in Agriculture, Engineering, Technology, Environmental & Conservation Sciences, Sustainability Studies, City/Community/Urban Planning, Architecture, Applied Sciences, Information Technologies, or Business Administration. The scholarship can be renewed for up to one year if recipients meet renewal requirements. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

Are you a STEAM or business administration student enrolled at a HACU (Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities) member institution? If so, the Kia America Accelerate the Good Scholarship Program annually awards between $10,000 and $15,000 each to multiple STEAM and business students attending HACU Member Institutions. Applicants must also have a minimum 3.5 GPA to be eligible. With that said, whether you study one of the traditional STEM fields or business administration, if you do so at a HACU Member Institution, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less