Norfolk Southern Trades on Track SkillPointe Scholarship Grant

Norfolk Southern Trades on Track SkillPointe Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Norfolk Southern Foundation
Amount: US $5,000
Last Updated: October 09, 2025

Summary

The Norfolk Southern Trades on Track SkillPointe Scholarship offers $5,000 scholarships for students pursuing trades education related to the rail industry. Eligible candidates must be enrolled in a post-secondary institution and focused on railway-related trades. With over 1,000 scholarships funded and a mission to close the skills gap, this initiative empowers individuals towards high-demand careers without requiring a four-year degree, ultimately strengthening the workforce and economy.

Overview

NOTE: Recipient notifications will be sent within 4-6 weeks of the deadline. About the Foundation The skills gap prevents American families, industry, and our nation from realizing potential. We started the SkillPointe Foundation to bridge the gap. In 2021, we were just an idea. Today, we’re a leading force for change. We’re not talking about workforce problems, we’re fixing them. We’re doers, just like America’s workers. Backed by visionary partners like The Home Depot Foundation, GE Vernova Foundation, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, we’re turning bold ideas into real solutions that help individuals thrive and industries compete. We’ve already funded 1,000+ vocational scholarships across 50 states and raised more than $5 million to create big opportunities for workers pursuing high-demand skills and the companies needing to hire them. We’re redefining scholarships, making awards at scale, and channeling trained workers into high-demand careers that don’t require a four-year degree. And here’s the best news: Our model works. Over 95% of scholarship recipients complete training. Of those, 97% find employment. Median post-training income increase is +$32,000 in Year 1. By helping individuals earn better paychecks and businesses meet critical workforce needs, we’re not just transforming lives — we’re strengthening the backbone of the American economy. Our Mission Upskilling America and closing the skills gap by partnering with leading organizations to fund at-scale scholarships for high-demand skills not requiring a four-year degree Norfolk Southern Trades on Track SkillPointe Scholarship $5,000 Scholarships for Trades Education Related to the Rail Industry.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. To be considered, candidate must comply with the following requirements: Enrolled in a post-secondary educational/training institution and pursuing a trade related to the railway industry. Primary focus includes trades schools, community colleges, technical or vocational schools, railway training & certification programs, dual enrollment programs, 2 yr transitional programs to universities. Eligible States: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia. Pursuing training related to a career in the railway industry. This includes, but is not limited to the following: Locomotive Engineers, Conductors, Track and Signal Maintenance, Mechanical and Equipment Maintenance (e.g., Diesel Mechanics, Railcar Technicians, Machinists), Welding, Electrical Engineers and/or Technicians, Safety and Operations (e.g., Dispatchers), Railroad Construction, and Heavy Equipment Operators. Explore potential career options in the railroad industry at: Norfolk Southern Careers

Ineligibility

Employees and/or spouses or dependents of employees of Norfolk Southern are not eligible to apply. Please refer to Norfolk Southern's Thoroughbred Scholarship Program if this applies to you.