The AOPA AV8RS Scholarship program will award up to $20,000 in financial assistance in February 2014 to deserving AOPA AV8RS. The program is funded through the AOPA Foundation, a non-profit organization, and made possible through generous donations from AOPA Insurance Services and Sporty's Pilot Shop.

The scholarship program encourages, recognizes and supports excellence among AOPA AV8RS and helps outstanding students accomplish their goals. It is open to all current AOPA AV8RS, ages 13 through 18, who are pursuing an aviation-related goal, including:

Primary pilot's certificate
Study in an aviation/aerospace field through an accredited aviation program at a college/university, technical school or aviation academy
Attendance at an aviation or aerospace camp
A complete application and supporting documentation must be received on or before December 31, 2013. The Scholarship Committee will determine the recipients of the scholarship by the award date of February 7, 2014.

To apply, go to www.aopa.org/av8rs