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MWACA Automotive Student
Scholarships
We are honored to present MWACA automotive student scholarships to
deserving individuals who are seeking a career in the automotive industry.
Celebration of Independents
The MWACA Student Scholarships presented at VISION
MWACA is proud to support students pursuing a career in the automotive service industry. With the help of MWACA TTEF donors, MWACA has awarded at least four $1,000 scholarships each year to assist students with tuition and expenses. Scholarship recipients not only receive $1,000 in scholarship funds, but they are also awarded a weekend training pass to the VISION Hi-Tech Training & Expo event. At VISION, recipients will attend professional-level technical training that will enrich their educational pursuits. During VISION’s Saturday evening Awards Dinner, scholarship recipients and their instructors are recognized on stage for their accomplishments.
What you will need to complete
the application checklist
- Applicant information: name, address, email, date of birth, shirt size, etc.
- Education information: high school and college
- Current and previous work experience
- Vocational goals
- Reason for interest in the automotive industry
- Extracurricular activities
- Financial need
- Other grants, scholarships, or financial aid received
- High school and/or college transcript
- Headshot photo
- Reference name and email
The Technicians of Tomorrow Education Foundation (TTEF) was created to fund these annual scholarships. TTEF is a 501C(3) charitable foundation, so all donations are tax deductible. As the program continues to grow there still remains a need for continued giving. Please visit the webpage below to contribute to the future of our industry.
Join a Prestigious group of Automotive Service Professionals
The MWACA TTEF Scholarship program was created to to help ease the shortage of qualified technicians by providing financial resources to upcoming industry professionals. For over 30 years, an important part of MWACA’s support for the industry has been awarding scholarships to deserving students involved in a high school or post-secondary automotive career program.
Here’s why you should apply:
Be Recognized
National spotlight you deserve in front of hundreds of peers and industry leaders at the VISION Hi-Tech Training & Expo awards ceremony.
Boost Your Career
Winners are featured in our publications, on stage at VISION, and on social media – helping you build professional credibility and momentum.
Quick Application
No lengthy essays or complicated forms. Most applications take less than 10 minutes to complete.
Celebrate What Makes You Great
This is your moment to shine, no matter where you are at in your education journey.
Take Home the Scholarship
MWACA Scholarship winners are among a select group of individuals who can claim the title. Every scholarship winner receives:
- Scholarship Check presented during the ceremony.
- Recognition during the awards ceremony and on our online webpage
- Financial Support to pursue automotive industry career goals and education.
Easy Application Process
The MWACA scholarship application system has been streamlined to cut down on the time it takes to apply. Create an account with our award platform and experience the following features:
- Save and resume at any time
- Applying only takes less than 10 minutes
- You can submit your application from anywhere
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Frequently Asked Questions
for VISION Automotive Awards and Scholarships
Each award or scholarship has its own criteria. Some are open to students, others to working professionals or shop owners, and some are open to educators. Please be sure to read each category description carefully for requirements and guidelines.
Awards & scholarship applications close on January 8, 2027. Student scholarship applications close on December 4, 2026.
Even if you have applied for an award before, you can apply again.
No – awards are open to anyone in the automotive service industry who will be attending VISION that year.
Yes! Most of our awards accept nominations. If you know someone who deserves the spotlight, you can submit a nomination. They will then have the opportunity to accept the nomination and finish the application.
Yes, you’re welcome to apply for multiple awards if you meet the qualifications for each.
Yes, winners should be in attendance at the VISION Conference.
Winners will be announced during the VISION awards program.
Apply For a MWACA Student Scholarship Today
