• Must be a resident of southern California
• Demonstrated interest in aviation, aerospace, or aeronautics
• Enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited program

Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.

Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

• This program is open to residents of southern California who have demonstrated or expressed a genuine interest in a career in aviation, aerospace, or aeronautics, as through membership in aviation Explorer Scouts, membership in an aviation or aerospace club, attendance at an a….
• Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll for full-time study at an accredited school (e.g., community college, 4-year college, university, technical school) in a program leading to a certificate or degree in aviation, aerospace, or aeronautics.
• Eligible fields of study include aircraft architecture; aeronautical, aerospace, civil, electrical, electronic, or mechanical engineering; airport management; physical sciences; avionics; airframe and/or power-plant (A&P) certificate; and air traffic control certificate.
• Selection is based on a 250-word essay on their interest in aviation, aerospace, aeronautics, robotics, or science; academic record; interest in the field of aviation, aerospace, aeronautics, or robotics and/or science as related to aviation; extracurricular activities;….
• The top 5 applicants may be invited to an interview.
• U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status is required.

Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.

• Official transcript or academic record
• Essay or written statement
• Supporting documents (as listed in requirements)
• Financial documentation (if required)
• Certificate or enrollment verification