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Piston Fund Scholarship

The Piston Foundation
Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

Opens: 1/1/2026
Closes: 4/12/2026

The Piston Fund Scholarship is available to students interested in a skilled trade career in collector car restoration or automotive technology. Graduating high school seniors, graduates, GED recipients, and current undergraduates pursuing a certificate or degree are eligible to apply, with recipients selected based on demonstrated financial need.

Win up to
$5,000
  • Essay Required: Yes
  • Need-Based: Yes
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • Resident of the U.S.
  • High school senior, high school graduate, GED recipient, or current college undergraduate
  • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree fulltime
  • Studying automotive technology, motorsports vehicle technology, or automotive restoration
  • Attending or planning to attend school in the U.S.
  • U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  • Demonstrate financial need

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Professional Certification, 1-year Certificate, Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree
    Current Grade
    High School Senior, Community College Freshman, Community College Sophomore, College Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, 5th Year College Undergraduate, Nth Year College Undergraduate
    Location
    • Country: US
    Intended Area of Study
    Automotive Mechanics, Automotive Engineering Technician
    Citizenship Status
    U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident

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