To help support our future aerospace professionals, the AIAA Foundation provides scholarships and graduate awards annually to undergraduate and graduate students in science or engineering programs.
The Vertical Flight Foundation (VFF) scholarships are awarded solely on merit to exceptional college students who demonstrate a strong interest in pursuing engineering careers related to vertical flight technology. Theses scholarships, ranging from $4000 to $6000 (USD), are funded entirely through tax-deductible donations for the Foundation's endowment.
The program is open to full-time students attending a university or college located anywhere in the world and regardless of a student's nationality.
Received by February 1, 2026
Email fellowships@mst.edu to ask questions and make an appointment.