Girls Achieving Leadership in Aviation (GALA) Scholarship is accepting applications through July

To be considered for the GALA Scholarship, applicants must:
• Be between the ages of 16 and 20 at the time of application
• Have a keen interest in or currently pursuing a career in aviation

Applications are welcomed from those interested in the following fields:
• General Aviation Pilot Training
• Professional (Commercial) Pilot Training
• Aerospace Administration
• Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic
• Aerospace Engineering
• Aerospace Educator

Other career fields can be considered as long as they are principally aviation-related. Additionally, student pilots who are currently enrolled in flight training for any certificate are strongly encouraged to apply. Multiple scholarships of up to $5000 each will be awarded. The number of scholarships and the amount awarded will depend on available funding and the number of qualified applicants.

The application window for the 2024 scholarships runs through July 31st. The GALA Scholarship Committee will interview eligible candidates during the month of August. Successful applicants will be notified by September 6, 2024.

Winners will be recognized and their scholarships will be officially awarded at the 10th annual Girls in Aviation Day Event at Sheltair's Tampa International Airport facility on September 21st, 2024.

Anyone with questions or needing assistance can email [email protected].

Click here for more information and to download the complete application.