Scholarships
The PSIA-AASI Education Foundation is dedicated to offering scholarships nationwide, ensuring accessible training for instructors.
Below is a list of national scholarships we offer and opportunities for you to make a lasting impact by donating to our general scholarship fund or the scholarship fund of your choice.
Current National Scholarships
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PSIA-AASI & WOMEN OF WINTER SCHOLARSHIP
In partnership with Women of Winter (WoW), this scholarship program awards female Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) with an inclusive education opportunity that will encourage and support BIPOC women to pursue opportunities to teach skiing or snowboarding.
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ADAPTIVE EDUCATION TRACK SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship program awards members and non-members with funds to pursue an adaptive certification education track. These scholarships help offset expenses related to preparing for and attending an adaptive certification during the season.
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NANCY OAKS HALL WOMEN'S SCHOLARSHIP
Founded by former PSIA Alpine Team Member (1992-96) Nancy Oakes Hall, this scholarship enables women who are members of PSIA-AASI to advance their skills and seek leadership roles in the industry.
The program awards three separate scholarships each season with funds to cover: attendance at PSIA-AASI’s National Academy, covers attendance at the Women’s Summit, helps offset expenses related to attending a PSIA-AASI education event.
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CERTIFICATION OR SPECIALIST EDUCATION TRACK SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship program awards members and non-members with funds to pursue a certification or specialist education track. These scholarships help offset expenses related to preparing for and attending a certification or specialist credential during the season.
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VETERAN WORKFORCE AND EDUCATION TRACK SCHOLARSHIP
In partnership with the 10th Mountain Division Foundation, this scholarship program provides veterans and active military personnel with education opportunities that support the transition to careers in the outdoor industry. PSIA-AASI membership is not required to apply.
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SMALL SNOWSPORTS SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is for PSIA-AASI Member Schools around the U.S. with not more than 150 staff members. The award provides access to educational events and education leaders, such as PSIA-AASI National Team members, who provide experiences that may be career-changing. Small schools are training the future leaders of our industry to make the commitment to educate the public about skiing and snowboarding.