Are you a student currently studying or interested in studying woodworking in college? If so, the Wood Industry Association (WIA) is here to help. Every year, we award scholarships to college students pursuing studies in wood technology, machinery,
and related fields. To date, the Wood Industry Association and former WMIA Education Foundation have awarded over $551,000 to 298 students. Scholarship applications are accepted from September through January.
Any college-bound individual planning to enroll or college student currently enrolled in a wood science or wood technology program.
The program, regardless of length, must be associated with an accredited two-year or four-year technical school, college, or university in North America.
Applicants must have graduated from high school or its equivalent before July 1 of the scholarship year.
Candidates must have sufficient academic records to be accepted by an accredited college, junior college, or technical institute.
The scholarship is awarded for the fall semester and cannot be used for past expenses.
Applicants who will have finished school before the fall semester are not eligible.
There are no restrictions based on employment status, sex, race, creed, or nationality.
Previous winners are eligible to reapply for scholarship funding, but cannot be awarded more than four times and must reapply each time.
Individuals applying for or already in graduate programs are not eligible for scholarship funding.
Selection Process
Judges consider academic success, interest, special abilities, and other relevant factors to select scholarship recipients.
Candidates planning careers in wood technology and related fields will receive special consideration.
The Wood Industry Association Education Committee evaluates all candidates, with oversight from the Board of Directors.
Ready to Apply?
Our online application is open for submissions, and you can apply now through January 31, 2025.
Be prepared to upload the following documents when completing our online application:
A transcript of grades and credits through the most recent grading period (high school applicants) or transcripts covering a minimum of the previous two scholastic years.
A letter of recommendation from an employer or other professional with whom you have worked.
A letter of recommendation from a teacher, professor, or other educational professional.
