Post-Secondary STEM Scholarships

Eligibility Requirements:

• Be a U.S. citizen residing in the state of Washington.
• Be a high school senior.
• Have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.5 or higher.
• Participated in at least 40 hours of programs supported by The Museum of Flight. For example, Washington Aerospace Scholars (WAS), Museum Teen Volunteers, Private Pilot Ground School, Aeronautical Science Pathway, Raisbeck Aviation High School, and/or other programs sponsored by the Museum.
• Have taken a minimum of four years of high school mathematics and four years of high school science.
• Plans to major in a field related to aerospace.
• Recipient must enroll as a full-time undergraduate student in a college, university or other post-secondary institution located in the U.S. by Fall 2025 and remain on full-time status over the four years that the scholarship will be awarded.
• At the time of declaring a major, recipients must indicate a major in a field of science, engineering, or mathematics that is clearly connected to the field of aerospace (e.g., Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Science, Commercial Flight, Astrophysics, Astronautics, Global Security). Recipient must stay with an aerospace-related major throughout the course of their college career. Annual documentation is required.
• Recipient must maintain a college GPA of at least 3.0. Annual documentation is required.
• Recipient and at least one parent/guardian must attend the Scholarship Celebration scheduled for May 8, 2025.

General Information:

• Financial need will be a consideration in the selection process.
• Preference will be given to applicants who have not received a substantial scholarship or scholarships from other organizations.
• Scholarship funds will be paid directly to the college, university or other post-secondary institution and may be used for qualified higher education expenses including tuition, student fees, books, room and board, and supplies or equipment required for enrollment.

Application Questions:

A 350-word response to the Question: After researching the scholarship sponsors Frank “Sam” and Betty Houston, describe how the traits and characteristics that define these accomplished leaders are reflected in you. Be sure to address the traits exhibited by the Houstons as well as how these apply to you.

A 1,000-word response to the Question: Why do you want to pursue a course of study in science, engineering, or mathematics that leads to a career in aerospace? In your essay, please tell us how you acquired your interests and what you have done so far to prepare for your post-high school pursuit of an aerospace degree and entry into the aerospace workforce. Be specific about your long-term goals, and their connections to flight, space, and/or engineering. Note: if you have already submitted an essay for this same essay prompt for another scholarship application, you may copy and paste that essay here.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Be a U.S. citizen residing in the state of Washington.
• Be a high school senior.
• Have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Participated in at least 40 hours of programs supported by The Museum of Flight. For example, Washington Aerospace Scholars (WAS), Museum Teen Volunteers, Private Pilot Ground School, Aeronautical Science Pathway, Raisbeck Aviation High School, and/or other programs sponsored by the Museum.
• Have taken a minimum of four years of high school mathematics, four years of high school science including: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, and English literature and composition (or other comparable course) Note: If your school does not offer one of the required courses listed, you must submit a letter from a counselor at your school documenting this information.
• Plans to major in a STEM field related to aerospace.
• Recipient and at least one parent/guardian must attend the Scholarship Celebration scheduled for May 8, 2025.

General Information:

• Financial need will be a consideration in the selection process.
• Preference will be given to applicants who have not received a substantial scholarship or scholarships from other organizations.
• Scholarship funds will be paid directly to the college, university or other post-secondary institution and may be used for qualified higher education expenses including tuition, student fees, books, room and board, and supplies or equipment required for enrollment.

• If recipient receives a full scholarship from another organization following receipt of a Museum of Flight scholarship, they must immediately notify the Museum at Scholarships@museumofflight.org.

Application Questions:

A 350-word response to the Question: After researching the scholarship sponsors Jim and Sue Johnson, describe how the traits and characteristics that define these accomplished leaders are reflected in you. Be sure to address the traits exhibited by the Houstons as well as how these apply to you.

A 1,000-word response to the Question: Why do you want to pursue a course of study in science, engineering, or mathematics that leads to a career in aerospace? In your essay, please tell us how you acquired your interests and what you have done so far to prepare for your post-high school pursuit of an aerospace degree and entry into the aerospace workforce. Be specific about your long-term goals, and their connections to flight, space, and/or engineering. Note: if you have already submitted an essay for this same essay prompt for another scholarship application, you may copy and paste that essay here.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Be a high school senior 
• Have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Participated in at least 40 hours of programs supported by The Museum of Flight. For example, Washington Aerospace Scholars (WAS), Museum Teen Volunteers, Private Pilot Ground School, Aeronautical Science Pathway, Raisbeck Aviation High School, and/or other programs sponsored by the Museum.
• Recipient must enroll as a full-time undergraduate student in a college, university or other post-secondary institution located in the U.S. by Fall 2025.
• At the time of declaring a major, recipient must indicate a major in a field of science, engineering, or mathematics that is clearly connected to the field of aerospace (e.g., Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Science, Commercial Flight, Astrophysics, Astronautics, Global Security).
• Recipient and at least one parent/guardian must attend the Scholarship Celebration scheduled for May 8, 2025.

General Information:

• Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate financial need.
• Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate experience with and future commitment to academic excellence, dedication to STEM and/or aerospace curriculum, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a commitment to one’s community.
• Scholarship funds will be paid directly to the college, university or other post-secondary institution and may be used for qualified higher education expenses including tuition, student fees, books, room and board, and supplies or equipment required for enrollment.

• If recipient receives a full scholarship from another organization following receipt of a Museum of Flight scholarship, they must immediately notify the Museum at Scholarships@museumofflight.org.

Application Questions:

In 350-words, how would you define an “entrepreneurial spirit” and explain how it is reflected in you.

A 1,000-word response to the Question: Why do you want to pursue a course of study in science, engineering, or mathematics that leads to a career in aviation or aerospace? In your essay, please tell us how you acquired your interests and what you have done so far to prepare for your post-high school pursuit of an aviation/aerospace degree and entry into the aviation/aerospace workforce. Be specific about your long-term goals, and their connections to flight, space, and/or engineering. Note: if you have already submitted an essay for this same essay prompt for another scholarship application, you may copy and paste that essay here.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Be a high school senior.
• Participated in at least 40 hours of programs supported by The Museum of Flight. For example, Washington Aerospace Scholars (WAS), Museum Teen Volunteers, Private Pilot Ground School, Aeronautical Science Pathway, Raisbeck Aviation High School, and/or other programs sponsored by the Museum.
• Recipient and at least one parent/guardian must attend the Scholarship Celebration scheduled for May 8, 2025.

General Information:

• Scholarship funds will be paid directly to the college, university or other post-secondary institution and may be used for qualified higher education expenses including tuition, student fees, books, room and board, and supplies or equipment required for enrollment.
• Awarded funds must be used within 3 years. Scholarship funds that are not used will be considered null, returned to The Museum of Flight and awarded at a later date.
• If recipient receives a full scholarship from another organization following receipt of a Museum of Flight scholarship, they must immediately notify the Museum at Scholarships@museumofflight.org

Application Questions:

A 1,000-word essay that includes all of The Museum of Flight education programs in which you have participated, how your engagement in these programs has enhanced your learning, and the difference that will be made in your life and career as a result of being immersed in aerospace, science, and flight during your experiences at The Museum of Flight.