The purpose of the Women’s Soaring Pilots Association is to encourage women to fly gliders. One way we do this is through our scholarship program. Applicants are required to be members of WSPA and, if living in the U.S., members of SSA. Scholarships are offered to women of all skill levels, from beginning students to advanced licensed pilots. Persons interested in applying for a scholarship should review the list below and select the scholarship that best meets their needs. Applicants may submit only one application per year. Funds must be used within 18 months of scholarship award. Most scholarships can be used at any club or commercial operation.
Scholarship Deadline: March 15
Click on the name of the scholarship for an application form and more details.
If you are a beginning student glider pilot there are three scholarships that may work for you.
If you want to become a Commercial Glider pilot or CFIG, one of the following scholarships can assist you.
And last but not least, here are some scholarships if your goal is cross country or competition soaring.

Applications are reviewed by a committee of three WSPA members who will be looking at your essay to see that you have:
- Realistic goals.
- Dedication to those goals.
- Commitment to soaring and to WSPA.
Mentors are assigned to scholarship recipients to offer encouragement and guidance.
For more information contact:
Alice Palmer
WSPA Scholarship Chair
scholarships@womensoaring.org

