WOMEN RISING SCHOLARSHIP

$3,000/PER LAB FOR A TOTAL OF $15,000

UP TO 3 RECIPIENTS FOR 2024

APPLICATION DEADLINE - JULY 16TH

PRESENTED BY: ASCENT AVIATION

Women currently comprise only 7% of all FAA commercial pilots. Lake Superior Helicopters is looking to help increase that percentage with the Women Rising Scholarship. Individuals applying for the Scholarship should intend to become career helicopter pilots. The award of $15,000 is divided into equal amounts of $3,000 for each of the five semesters of the Professional Pilot Program.

Initial Eligibility:

  • Be a woman pursuing a career as a professional helicopter pilot

  • Hold a 2nd class medical certificate before the start of the program

  • Pursuing the Professional Pilot Helicopter A.A.S. degree at Lake Superior College

Continued Eligibility Requirements:

  • Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher

  • Be an ambassador and positive role model for future aviators

  • Maintaining on track in the program per the program planner with Lake Superior College

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