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application. They submit their approval decisions in Registration Zone.
Once you submit your application, it's final. Similar to how you submit the Common App for college applications, your application is locked. Make sure you have all your materials ready at the time you hit submit.
Important Notes:
Most scholarships require document uploads. Review requirements on this page and each individual scholarship listing. Prepare your documents in advance so you can be efficient with your application ... submission.
You must NOT have received any of the scholarships listed below in the prior three years.
Academic Scholarships
For Academic Scholarships, applicants must meet the minimum prerequisites below:
Must have earned Billy Mitchell Award or higher
Must be a high school senior, high school graduate, or hold a GED
Must be accepted to a college/school or provide proof that an application has been made
Must ... , community or CAP activities
Academic scholarships are monetary awards used to support CAP Cadets pursuing their undergraduate or graduate education. Monies are to be used for tuition, books, or room and board at any post-secondary school (i.e: college, university, vocational-technical school, etc.). Scholarship recipients must ensure that the money is used responsibly. Scholarship amounts vary but are generally in the range of $1,000 - $2,500.
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GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS FOR EDUCATORS
CAP is not conducting an educator member grant program at this time, but would like to share three alliance organizational grant/scholarship programs which we endorse:
1- The Air & Space Forces Association (AFA), CAP's partner in aerospace/STEM education, works to try to assist K-12th grade educators perpetuate aerospace/STEM education programs/projects with an annual $599 competitive grant program. The application dates are from September 1st- December 15th each
There are academic and flight scholarships available. For more information about eligibility and application procedures, please visit the CadetInvest page.
Aerospace/STEM educators are invited to apply for an AOPA flight training scholarship supported by AOPA Foundation funds, and the deadlines are approaching. Eligible educators are those who are teaching the AOPA High School Aviation STEM Curriculum and are interested in pursuing a primary pilot certificate such a as private, sport or recreational pilot certificate. These awards, up to 20 scholarships of $10,000, are a benefit of AOPA membership
In addition, AOPA offers 80 $10,000 scholarships to ... students ages 15-18.
For more about membership and scholarships, please visit the following links:
Free AV8RS memberships to high school students.
Free six-month memberships to prospective and current student pilots.
Other membership options.
Other scholarship options.
DEADLINES
To receive priority consideration, flight training scholarship applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. (EDT) Sunday, March 1. The final deadline for scholarship applications is Sunday, March 15, at 11:59 p.m.
For more information, VISIT AOPA.ORG.
AOPA (Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association) is awarding 20 flight training scholarships of $5,000 each to deserving high school students who are passionate about pursuing a pilot's certificate. The deadline to apply for these scholarships is 5 p.m. May 19.
Scholarship applicants must meet the following criteria
Current high school student, 15-18 years old
U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident
Parent or guardian approval (under 18 years of age)
Not have completed a sport, recreational, glider or private certificate at time of application
Minimum GPA of 2.75
Complete solo flight or achieve pilot certificate within one year of receiving the scholarship
For additional information and to apply, visit the AOPA website. GO NOW.
Scholarships and Financial Assistance Programs
What is CadetInvest?
Civil Air Patrol offers financial assistance and scholarships for cadets. These programs connect cadets, their aspirations and funding partners to maximize cadet experiences and support.
The applications are in Registration Zone. The following financial assistance programs are offered:
Cadet Wings
Lift/TOP
Scholarships
For details on each program, see the Quick Links below.
Quick Links
Cadet ... Wings
Lift and Top
Scholarships
What is Cadet Wings?
How to Apply
Scholarships
Navigator Resources
Cadet Lift Program
Scholarship Application Procedures
Cadet Wings Guide
Cadet TOP Program
Scholarship Finalist Instructions
Program Graduates
Lift/TOP Finalist Instructions
When do I apply?
The application window for Cadet Wings opens ... on July 1st, 2026 at 8:00am and closes Sept 1st, 2026 at 12 noon Central Time.
The application window for Lift/TOP for Winter 2026 NCSAs Only is open Sept 15-Oct 8, 2025 at 12 noon Central Time.
The application window for Lift/TOP for Summer 2026 NCSAs and Scholarships is Dec 15, 2025-Jan 15, 2026 at 12 noon Central Time.
How do I apply?
UPDATE April 2026: All applications are located in Registration Zone.
Please note: Once you submit your application, it is final and cannot be edited or updated
Welcome to the CAP Senior Member Scholarship Program
We are excited to offer a range of scholarship opportunities to support the educational and professional development of our members. Our scholarships are designed to provide financial assistance for various types of training and higher education pursuits. Below, you will find detailed information about the scholarships currently available.
The scholarship application period for 2026 is Open!
This year we are changing up the application process a bit ... . Instead of three separate application periods, all senior member scholarships will run concurrently. The applications for each of the available scholarships are linked below.
Current Scholarships
1. The Cooper Scholarship
The Cooper Scholarship is designed to subsidize the cost of CAP Senior Member training and/or education. Funding has a primary focus on funding activities relevant to CAP service, which may include (but is not limited to) NESA, Chaplain/IG/AEO Schools and Colleges, TLC, UCC, FEMA
Scholarship Applications are in Registration Zone
2027 Scholarship applications are projected to open on Dec 15, 2026 by 12pm Central.
2027 Applications close Jan 15, 2027 at 12pm Central.
BASIC ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
The following criteria apply to all Cadet scholarships. Additional criteria will be noted within the specifics of an individual scholarship's description.
Be a current and active CAP Cadet in good standing
Have NOT been a previous recipient for a scholarship in the prior ... three years
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
Be a high school senior, at minimum (at the time of application)
Be enrolled in a course of study during the academic year for which the scholarship is awarded
Possess and maintain an academic and discipline standard acceptable to the school you attend
HOW TO APPLY
Log on to e-Services.
Submit the primary Scholarship application in Registration Zone by following all instructions provided and selecting the ... Register button at the bottom of the page.
Register for at least one Scholarship Subevent. You can apply for multiple. You will only be considered for the Scholarships for which you submit an application.
Supplemental uploads will be required for some Scholarships.
Upload your Resume (if needed), Letter of Recommendation (LoR) (if needed), and additional required documents as applicable. Combine all documents into one file before upload.
Each scholarship has different document
