The Paul A. Whelan Scholarship Fund supports men and women pursuing a future in aviation and/or space-related fields. The scholarship will provide opportunities to emerging aviation professionals to achieve their academic goals and contribute their talents to the aviation industry. Applicants must be enrolled at a University Aviation Association member institution in an aviation or space-related major. Community College, college and university applicants encouraged. Applicants must have a 2.5 overall GPA and 3.0 GPA in Aviation Major coursework. Preference will be given to those with FAA certification as a pilot or mechanic; former military service or current military service via active duty, the ROTC, the Air National Guard or Reserves while in school; and have a membership in an aviation-related association or professional group such as the UAA.