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Vertical Flight Foundation Doctoral (PhD) Degree Scholarship

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$6,000

deadline Due: February 1, 2026
graduates No min. GPA required

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Vertical Flight Foundation Doctoral (PhD) Degree Scholarship, with an application deadline in February, offers numerous awards of $6000 each.

Description

Each year, Vertical Flight Foundation (VFF) scholarships are awarded to college students enrolled in programs related to vertical lift engineering and demonstrating an interest in pursuing careers related to vertical flight technology. The Vertical Flight Foundation Doctoral (PhD) Degree Scholarship will be awarded to applicants who must either hold a Master's (MS) degree or be enrolled in a combined MS/PhD program and have formally met a key doctoral milestone, such as passing qualifying exams. Applicants must have at least one term remaining in their current PhD program after the awarding of scholarships. Applicants must submit at least one letter of recommendation from a professor who is familiar with their coursework and academic performance. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.
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