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The mission of the AIAA Diversity Scholars Program is to provide opportunities for underrepresented university students who have an interest in or are pursuing a degree in aerospace to attend an AIAA forum or event, make connections, and form lifelong relationships with colleagues in industry, academia, and government.
Applications Open 16 January – 16 March 202
Program Details
Students selected for an AIAA Diversity Scholarship will receive the following, covered by the Diversity Scholarship Program:
- Roundtrip coach airfare
- Conference registration (includes access to all networking events)
- Hotel room for the duration of the conference in host hotel
- A customized schedule
- Special small-group meetings with aerospace industry leaders
- The opportunity to make new friends that will last a lifetime
In 2023, all programs are scheduled to be in-person. In the event government actions around COVID-19 cause the cancellation of an AIAA Forum, or AIAA determines that the health and safety situation warrant the cancellation of a forum, activities will be transitioned to a virtual format and students will have the opportunity to participate as Diversity Scholars.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible to participate in the AIAA Diversity Scholars program, student applicants must satisfy the eligibility requirements below:
- Must be studying at an accredited college/university in the 50 U.S. states or one of its dependent territories
- Must be an undergraduate, masters, or Ph.D. student
