High school seniors planning to enroll in either a community college or a technical/trade program to pursue an eligible skilled technical career path are invited to apply for a new scholarship program offered by GE Aerospace and the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute. A minimum of 10 recipients will be selected annually to each receive a maximum of $20,000 over two years based on cost of attendance. Twenty-five percent of scholarships will be awarded to students from military families.
Eligible career paths include:
- Advanced manufacturing and machining
- Aviation maintenance technology
- Welding and fabrication
- Electrical and industrial technology
- Computer-aided design (CAD)
- Quality control and inspection
- Supply chain and logistics
- Other technical fields aligned with aerospace and advanced manufacturing
Competitive candidates should demonstrate significant evidence of a passion for and a commitment to their chosen discipline. They aspire to advance themselves, their families, and their communities through their work while representing the program values:
- Technical excellence
- Reliability
- Positivity
More information and a link to the online application can be found here. Applicants must complete an online application by NOON CST on May 1, 2026 and are encouraged to start the application process early to secure their required recommendation.