ISTAT Aviation Scholarship

Founded in 1983, the International Society of Transport Aircraft Trading (ISTAT) is the premier international, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing aviation professionals with forums for increased networking and educational opportunities.

ISTAT currently represents more than 5,000 members worldwide who are involved in operating, manufacturing, maintaining, selling, purchasing, financing, leasing, appraising, insuring or other activities related to the commercial aviation sector.

ISTAT are committed to providing this scholarship to continue to increase the Aviation education to Aviation professionals.

Candidates are required to meet the following criteria:

• Completion of at least two years of a undergraduate (bachelors) studies or be enrolled in a graduate (masters) or post graduate (doctoral) studies
• An academic ranking within the top 25% (75 – 100%) (United States Grade Point Average requirement: 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale)
• Need of financial support for university tuition-only fees
• Enrolled in one of the following programs: aviation finance, aviation law, aeronautical engineering, aviation management, aeronautical science, aviation computer science, aviation maintenance, airport management, air traffic control, or related field .
• Flight students with an interest in aviation finance, law, engineering, etc. are welcome to apply Commitment to a career in aviation; Involvement in extra-curricular/community activities indicating leadership qualities.

Students interested in applying for a scholarship are required to secure a nomination from the head of the aviation program at a qualified university. Once we receive the university’s nomination, the student will be provided a link to access the online application.

How does my university submit a nomination?

Qualified universities are welcome to submit one candidate per year (unless requested otherwise). To apply, please submit a CV and letter of application to businessscholarships@dcu.ie

Students applying for this scholarship should submit one of each of the following:

• Student resume/CV
• Personal Statement – Essay Requirements: (1) reason(s) for applying, (2) career goals in the aviation industry, (3) activities demonstrating leadership abilities, (4) a description of financial need, and (5) your interest in joining the ISTAT community. Minimum of 500 words.
• Two (2) letters of recommendation from employers or faculty members
• Copy of official academic transcripts from university
• Financial Aid section – completed by the student with authorization from a Financial Aid Officer at your institution.

*Please note students cannot be awarded more than one DCU Business School scholarship at a time.