International Aerospace Women's Association Scholarship 2026 at Swinburne University of Technology

The International Aerospace Womens Association (IAWA) is a non-profit association with members in 38 countries, representing 257 major companies and aviation authorities.

IAWA is dedicated to promoting the advancement of women in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMarch 15, 2026
• Value$5,000
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorSwinburne University of Technology
• City to studyVictoria
• School to studySwinburne University of Technology
• Course to studyAviation , Business , Laws , Aviation Management
• Eligible CountryAustralia , New Zealand

Benefits

• The scholarship is valued at US$5,000 and a free scholar membership for one year only.
• In addition to the scholarship funds received, the successful recipient will also have the opportunity to attend the annual IAWA conference, fully funded by the IAWA.

Requirements

To be eligible for the International Aerospace Womens Association Scholarship, applicants must:

1. Meet the following criteria:
   • identify as female
   • Australian citizen, New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or Australian permanent resident with Humanitarian Visa, or International student
2. Meet the following enrolment criteria:
   • be a commencing or continuing Swinburne student in Semester 1, 2026
   • enrolled full-time in an eligible course 
3. Submit a personal statement (maximum 2 pages) or short video (between 1 to 3 minutes) outlining:
   • Why IAWA's mission and the organisations's commitment to Connect, Inspire and Lead throughout your career are important to you.
   • Explain your leadership experiences and share what you have learned through your leadership experiences (e.g through your clubs, work, volunteering).
   • Tell us what you expect to gain from being an IAWA scholarship recipient beyond the financial support (you can hear from past recipients in this video and in this podcast for some ideas). 
4. Submit the following supporting documents:
   • A written reference from a teacher, community leader, or employer.
     Note: referees cannot be a family member or friend.
   • Demonstrate leadership qualities such as volunteering, sporting association, part-time work etc
   • An ATAR certificate or academic transcript of any previous study
5. ??Samples of your writing, projects or similar works (e.g. previous essays, group project work, recorded speeches or videos) that highlight your technical skills and/or who you are.
    
6. Complete the 2026 IAWA Scholarship Application Form which will be provided to you upon application.

7. Courses eligible: The following Aviation courses offered by Swinburne University of Technology:

• Bachelor of Aviation 
• Bachelor of Aviation/Bachelor of Business 
• Bachelor of Aviation Management 
• Bachelor of Aviation Management/Bachelor of Business 
• Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Aviation Management 
• Master of Aviation 

Check also:
ANU Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship 2026
University of Canberra Research Scholarships 2026

Application Deadline

How To Apply

Applicants should complete an online application form and submit with all supporting documentation by 15 March 2026.