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Vocational, Technical & Trade School Scholarships

Find trade school scholarships that will help you pay for the trade you want to learn. From electrical and auto to plumbing and dental, this features scholarships for a variety of trades.

Shawna Newman

January 09, 2024

Vocational, Technical & Trade School Scholarships
Skilled workers are in high demand!
If you already know where your passion lies, consider yourself ahead of the curve. Students with a passion or talent within a specific field often consider attending a trade or vocational school, so they can focus on studies specific to their talents, skills and career desires.

Are there scholarships for trade school?

Unfortunately, many people believe scholarships are only for students attending college; this is a myth. There are thousands of scholarships students can help pay for trade school programs. A form of financial aid, trade school scholarships can reduce, or even eliminate, your out-of-pocket cost. JUMP TO TRADE SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS

How do scholarships for vocational school work?

You can use the money you earn from scholarships to pay for your trade and technical school education just as college and university students can use scholarships to pay for tuition.
To use a scholarship to help you pay for a vo-tech or trade school, you will need to be enrolled or registered in a qualifying program. Connect with the enrollment or financial aid specialist at the trade school you are attending; they will help you ensure your awarded funds have been applied to your student account to cover your school-related expenses.

Scholarships for Trade School

Many trade school grants and scholarships focus on a specific industry. There are a few broad scholarships that cover any trade education type.

WREA Lineman Scholarship

Deadline: 3/1/24
Available to: High School Seniors & Undergraduate Students
Award Amount: $3,000 The WREA Lineman Scholarship is available to aspiring lineworkers. You must be attending or planning to attend an approved regional lineworker program and pursue a career within one of Wyoming's electric cooperative to be considered for this award. Selection is based on two letters of recommendation from teachers or employers as well as an academic transcript.

Houzz Skilled Trades Residential Construction Scholarship

Deadline: 3/31/24
Available to: Undergraduate Students
Award Amount: $2,500 The Houzz Skilled Trades Residential Construction Scholarship is available to students pursuing trade certification or A.S. degrees through vocational or community college programs. You must be pursuing a career in residential construction or remodeling to be eligible for this award.

Maine Manufacturers Career and Training Foundation Scholarship

Deadline: 4/30/24
Available to: Undergraduate Students
Award Amount: Varies The Maine Manufacturers Career and Training Foundation Scholarship is available to students who have a sincere desire to further their education in precision machining technology, manufacturing technology, welding, or engineering. You must reside and attend school in Maine to be eligible for this award.

Kevin Phillips Scholarship

Deadline: Varies
Available to: College Freshmen through College Seniors
Award Amount: Varies The Kevin Phillips Scholarship is open to students pursuing a career in RV technician training. You must be a new high school graduate, leaving the military, or have tried college and found it wasn’t for you in order to be considered for this award.

WHVACR Scholarship

Deadline: Rolling
Available to: College Freshmen through College Seniors
Award Amount: $5,000 The WHVACR Scholarship is available to female students who are enrolled in a college or trade school program that is preparing them to enter the HVACR industry. You must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 to be eligible for this award.

SkillPointe Quarterly Scholarship

Deadline: Varies
Available to: College Freshmen & Sophomores
Award Amount: $1,000 The SkillPointe Quarterly Scholarship is available to students who are at least 17 years of age. You must be pursuing technical / vocational training in construction, healthcare, energy, manufacturing, transportation, or a related field to be eligible for this award.

Nuts and Bolts Foundation Scholarship

Deadline: Varies
Available to: College Freshmen through College Seniors
Award Amount: $2,500 The Nuts and Bolts Foundation Scholarship is available to students enrolled in or entering a certificate or degree program which leads to a manufacturing career on a full-time basis. You must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 for trade/tech/community college and 3.0 for college/university to be eligible for this award.

Caterpillar Student Trainee Program

Deadline: Varies
Available to: High School Juniors through College Sophomores
Award Amount: Varies The Student Trainee Program is open to high school juniors and seniors and full - time community college freshmen and sophomores. You must be at least 16 years of age and have a minimum 2.8 GPA to be eligible for this award. Trainees will have the opportunity to gain practical, challenging, and meaningful on - the - job work experience, while working for a global leader in innovation, technology, and manufacturing. Opportunities are available primarily in the Peoria, IL area, with limited opportunities throughout the United States.

Home Depot Foundation's Path to Pro Scholarship

Deadline: Varies
Available to: High School Seniors through College Sophomores
Award Amount: $2,000 The Home Depot Foundation's Path to Pro Scholarship is available to students who will enroll in an approved trade - related program at an accredited two - year technical / vocational school or college in the U.S. To be considered for this award, your focus must be on carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, or construction management.

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