Scholarship Opportunities

Supporting students in Missouri and Illinois pursuing education and careers in aviation.

Available Scholarships

Eligibility & Application Details

The GSLBAA Educational Foundation Scholarship Committee selects exceptional, deserving students residing in Missouri or Illinois. Eligible applicants must be enrolled in an institution offering college level coursework and be working toward a degree or career in aviation, including pilot training, aircraft maintenance, aviation administration, air traffic control, dispatch, or other aviation related fields.
 
All applications are reviewed by the GSLBAA Educational Foundation Board of Directors. Completed applications must be submitted by April 30. Applicants will be notified of award decisions by June 30. Scholarship funds are paid directly to the recipient’s educational institution.

  • Arthur C. (Butch) Giessman Scholarship

    Awarded annually to applicants pursuing a degree or certification in the area of aircraft maintenance.

    Arthur C. Giessman

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    John Henke Memorial Scholarship

    Awarded annually to applicants pursuing a degree or certification in aviation maintenance or avionics.

    John Henke

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    Dorothy (Griesbauer) White Scholarship

    Awarded annually to applicants pursuing a degree or certification in the area of aircraft maintenance.

    Dorothy White

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    Knickmeyer Foundation

    Instituted to cover the cost of an A&P Test in honor of Theodore (Ted) Knickmeyer.

    Theodore Knickmeyer

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    SLU Annual Pledge

    Applicants attending St. Louis University-Parks College can apply to be considered for the GSLBAA Educational Foundation annual pledge.

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    SWIC Annual Pledge

    Applicants attending Southwestern Illinois College can apply to be considered for the GSLBAA Educational Foundation annual pledge.

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