Welder Training Scholarship
OpensDecember 1, 2025
DeadlineNovember 30, 2026
Scholarship Opportunity
American Welding Society (AWS) Foundation Scholarships
Offered by American Welding Society Foundation
A collection of national, district, section, and welder-training scholarships supporting students pursuing welding, welding engineering, welding inspection, and related career and technical education programs.
EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Student, Trade School Student
Application Timeline
Important application dates
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National, District & Section Scholarships
OpensDecember 1, 2026
DeadlineMarch 1, 2027
Eligibility
- Be enrolled in or planning to enroll in an eligible welding or welding-related educational program.
- Meet the eligibility requirements of the selected AWS scholarship.
- Attend an accredited trade school, community college, college, or university when required.
- Submit all required application materials before the published deadline.
Requirements
- Complete the AWS Foundation scholarship application.
- Select eligible scholarship opportunities.
- Submit transcripts when required.
- Provide recommendation letters when required.
- Complete required essay responses.
How to Apply
- 1Create an AWS Foundation scholarship account.
- 2Complete one scholarship application profile.
- 3Review and apply for all scholarships matching your qualifications.
- 4Upload required supporting documentation.
- 5Submit the completed application before the applicable deadline.
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