Apply for a Women in Trucking Foundation Scholarship
The Women In Trucking (WIT) Foundation accepts applications for scholarship awards twice in the calendar year. Scholarships have a value of $1,000 each and are awarded based on the criteria below. A selection committee of industry experts evaluates these applications and makes a determination. The number of scholarships awarded may vary each cycle due to number of applicants and funds available. All previous applicants are welcome to apply again, whether they received funding or not.
Deadline to Apply: October 31, 2020
Eligibility
Any female who will be attending a training facility for the purpose of advancing their career in the areas of safety, driving, technical, or leadership in the trucking industry is eligible to apply for a scholarship. Applicants must complete the scholarship application, including a short essay outlining career objectives and how this training will help meet those goals.
Duration & Amount
An approved scholarship from the WIT Foundation will be awarded as a one-time payment at the conclusion of the training for $1,000 per recipient. Recipients also receive a free one-year membership to the Women In Trucking Association!
Method of Awarding
The WIT Foundation will mail the scholarship check directly to the school or training facility to be held until the applicant has completed the training. Scholarship funds are to be used for tuition or expenses related to educational purpose only. Checks will not be sent directly to recipients.
Qualifications to be Considered
The recipients of scholarships must have financial need and demonstrate a desire to further their careers in the trucking industry. The scholarship will be awarded without regard to race, ethnicity, sexual orientation or religion. Recipients must provide their student ID number and a contact at their school's Financial Aid office to receive the award.
Visit the WIT website for more information.