Current Scholarships
2026 Scholarships Program
The WAI Australia 2026 Scholarship Program is set to launch by the end of March 2026. Winners will be announced by the end of May 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
The WAI Australia Scholarship applications are currently open to women who possess Australian citizenship or residency status. To receive a scholarship, you must be an active member of the WAI Australian Chapter, which also necessitates membership in WAI.
Each scholarship will have distinct eligibility criteria. Detailed information regarding eligibility and application requirements will be made available when the application period commences. For more information see our FAQ or download our Scholarships Guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
No! While some scholarships are specifically for someone either pursuing or looking to advance their career as a pilot, there are several scholarships specifically aligned to non pilot applicants. We believe by advancing women in all aviation and aerospace roles, we advance all roles in aviation and aerospace for women. If you’re a current or aspiring engineer, air traffic controller, in operations or support, safety or investigation, management or leadership, or don’t quite yet know what your jam in aviation or aerospace is, take a look, there may be a scholarship that inspires you. Our scholarship program supports professionals, students and those not yet in the game.
Aspiring, student, and professional pilots are eligible to apply for any scholarship for which they meet the criteria. However, not all scholarships are designated for funding flight training. It is essential to review the terms and conditions of each scholarship to understand its permissible uses.
Some scholarships are designated for specific courses, programs, or experiences, while others can be applied to any aspect of your career related to aviation or aerospace. This could include funding for textbooks, equipment, membership fees, or attendance at industry events, or you may wish to use the scholarship to complete a course or advance your training. Part of the application process is sharing with us how you intend to make the most of your scholarship.
We are currently preparing for our 2026 Scholarships Program. All available scholarships will be published on our Current Scholarships page.
In the meantime, please visit our Past Scholarships page for insights into the types and values of previous scholarships. And take a moment to explore our most recent recipients to see the diversity of applicants they represent. We are working hard to expand our scholarship program each year so check out our current scholarships page for updates.
Absolutely not! While the quest for a scholarship may appear formidable, we assure you that we have crafted a path of ease—primarily, we seek to understand you and your aspirations. Should you have any concerns, feel free to connect with our Scholarships Coordinator at scholarships@waiaustralia.org.
