University Aviation Association

DeVore Freedom of Flight Scholarship - University Aviation Association

Description:
The Freedom of Flight Scholarship was established to honor Dr. DeVore for his contributions to aviation at the local and national levels. His interests have been in promoting aviation education for our youth and providing them with opportunities to enter into dynamic and rewarding careers in aviation. In September 2001, Dr. DeVore completed a solo flight in a single-engine aircraft that circumnavigated the contiguous 48 states; landing at 40 airports in 36 states to promote aviation scholarships.

Scholarship Criteria:
1. Open to students entering undergraduate students in a collegiate aviation program entering Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or graduate program.
2. Must be admitted, and must be enrolled at the time the award is dispersed, to a University Aviation Association member institution with a Part 141 approved program. Community college and university applicants are encouraged.
3. Must be admitted to, and undertaking, an aviation-related major.
4. A minimum of 3.0 overall GPA on a 4.0 GPA scale.
5. Essay demonstrating a love of aviation and a commitment to flight training (250-750 words).
6. Extracurricular involvement/community involvement may be considered.
7. Recommendation letter from a faculty member from a UAA member institution supporting the candidate’s application for this scholarship. Students entering a collegiate Part 141 program as a Freshman may use letters from other sources.

2024 Winners will be announced at the UAA's Annual Collegiate Aviation Conference & Expo to be held September 25-27, 2024 in Memphis, TN.

Any questions, contact Jorge Gomez at hello@uaa.aero OR (901) 563-0505

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