University Aviation Association

Joseph Frasca Excellence in Aviation Scholarship - University Aviation Association

Eligibility Criteria Required:
Evidence of excellence in activities, studies, events, organizations, etc., related to aviation. - Minimum of a 3.0 overall grade point average. - Federal Aviation Administration certification/qualifications in either aviation maintenance or flight. - Membership in at least one Aviation organization such as Alpha Eta Rho, NIFA Flying Team, Experimental Aircraft Association, Warbirds of America, etc. - Involvement in Aviation activities, projects, events, etc., which will demonstrate an interest and an enthusiasm for aviation. - Must be a junior or senior currently enrolled in a University Aviation Association (UAA) member institution. If you cannot obtain your UAA member institution number locally, please call UAA at (901)-563-0505 or email them at hello@uaa.aero. - Completed application form, essay and letter of reference.

Preferred:
Demonstrated interest or experience in aviation simulation. - Demonstrated interest or experience in aircraft restoration. - Demonstrated interest or experience in aerobatics. - Work experience in aviation. - Work experience while in school. - Financial need.

Application Instructions:
1. Joe Frasca Excellence in Aviation Scholarship Application. 2. A BRIEF ESSAY. 3. Academic transcript from the UAA member institution you are now attending. 4. FAA certificates (either A&P or Flight-related) copies only (originals are not required in this case). 5. One letter of reference. 6. Additional documentation as required supporting financial need, and other items.

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

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Phone Number *

Address *

College/University *

UAA Membership Number *

Year in school *
Choose 1

U.S. Citizen *
Choose 1

Degree Major *

Grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) *

Expected graduation date *

Are you currently employed while in school? *

Yes

If currently employed, please list employer, job title, and a brief description of responsibilities.

Please attach any financial aid information from your institution's financial aid office, which will assist you in demonstrating financial need (financial aid award letters, on-campus student work assignments, etc.)

What percentage of the cost of your college education do you now provide?

Please attach copies of all FAA ratings/certificates held?

Please list aviation organization memberships, duration of membership and offices held, events attended/participated in, etc.

Other than above, list involvement in aviation-related projects, events, air shows, etc., which demonstrate enthusiasm for aviation

Please add or enclose any information which you feel the selection committee should take into consideration regarding your qualifications to receive this scholarship

Essay: Joseph Frasca was committed to excellence in aviation. Please write a 250-word essay (maximum length) which states your personal philosophy of excellence in aviation, especially as it relates to Joseph Frasca's love of flying, aerobatics, aircraft mechanics/restoration, and aviation simulation. Typewritten responses are preferred. This essay is optional! Completion will enhance your packet AND noncompletion will not eliminate you from consideration.

Attach a Letter of Reference

Sending official transcript by mail to:
University Aviation Association
5050 Poplar Avenue, Suite 1503, Memphis, TN 38157 *

Yes

Official Transcript

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