Endorsed by an Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) Scholarship Grant

The Endorsed by an Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) Scholarship supports students endorsed by active A.A.E.s, providing financial assistance of $4,200 to help them pursue their educational goals. Established by the AAAE Foundation, this scholarship is part of a broader initiative that has awarded over $7.35 million in scholarships since 1989. Recipients are selected based on academic merit, financial need, and community involvement, fostering the next generation of aviation leaders.

AAAE Foundation
The AAAE Foundation is a driving force in educational advancement — we’re not just supporting students; we’re investing in the future of aviation. Since 1989, we’ve awarded more than 3,600 scholarships, providing over $7.35 million in financial support. In 2025, we’re proud to carry this mission forward by awarding 125 scholarships totaling $518,900, helping tomorrow’s leaders take flight.
Our scholarship programs are purpose-built to support the success of our Accredited Airport Executives (A.A.E.s), their families, and the students they endorse, as well as to cultivate the talents of the brightest individuals preparing to lead the future of aviation.
Endorsed by an Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) Scholarship
The Endorsed Scholarship Program award amount is $4200.
Accredited Airport Executives (A.A.E.s) who have not, do not or will not have dependents to utilize the A.A.E. Scholarship may recommend up to three undergraduate students per year for the Endorsed by an A.A.E. Scholarship.
All awards are non-renewable, but applicants may reapply each year as long as they continue to meet the eligibility criteria.
Applicants may receive an award for a maximum of four years (does not have to be consecutive).
Recipients will be selected based on academic achievements and records, financial need, participation in school and community activities, and submission of a personal statement.

Eligibility

Students are eligible to apply if they have been endorsed by an active A.A.E., Executive Emeritus, or Honorary Life Member of AAAE, who is also a member of their regional AAAE Chapter.Additional Details:A.A.E.s who have not, do not or will not have dependents to utilize the A.A.E. Scholarship may recommend up to three undergraduate students per year for the Endorsed by an A.A.E.The Endorsed Scholarship Program is not intended to be used by A.A.E.s with dependents that will apply for the A.A.E. Scholarship in the future, or have already benefited from it.A.A.E.s may not utilize both the A.A.E. and Endorsed Scholarship Programs.Recipients must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time course load at an accredited two- or four-year college/university, vocational/technical, or graduate school, in any course of study.
You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. The A.A.E. being an executive member at the national level, the A.A.E. also must be a member of his/her regional chapter.