Financial Aid Resources & Scholarships
Emerald Coast Technical College encourages students to explore additional scholarship opportunities and financial literacy resources. External scholarships and deadlines are determined by the sponsoring organization and are subject to change.
National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) Scholarships
Students enrolled in career and technical education programs may be eligible for additional scholarship opportunities through the National Technical Honor Society. NTHS offers scholarships to support students pursuing technical careers.
For more information and current opportunities, please visit:
https://nths.org/scholarships-2/
Freeport Rotary Trade Scholarship
The Freeport Rotary Club offers a $1,500 scholarship for students pursuing a skilled trade or technical program.
Application Deadline: April 30, 2027
Mike Rowe WORKS Foundation Scholarship
The Mike Rowe WORKS Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students pursuing careers in the skilled trades.
Eligible fields may include:
Welding
HVAC/R
Electricity
Automotive Technology
Information Technology
Healthcare-related technical programs
Award amounts vary and may assist with tuition, fees, and other program-related expenses.
Application requirements may include:
Online application
Short-answer responses
Video submission
References
Signed work ethic pledge
For current application information, visit: https://mikeroweworks.org/scholarship/
CHELCO Scholarship Program
CHELCO offers annual scholarships to eligible members and dependents pursuing postsecondary education or technical training.
General requirements may include:
Applicant must be a CHELCO member or dependent of a member.
Applicant must attend a college, university, or technical school.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
Attendance at the CHELCO Annual Meeting may be required.
Scholarship requirements and award amounts are established annually by CHELCO.
Learn More About CHELCO Scholarships: Chelco
AIST Foundation Trade School Scholarship
The application deadline is June 30 of each school year.
The AIST Foundation offers a $2,600 scholarship for eligible trade school and community college students preparing for careers in the iron and steel industry, including welding, electrical, and mechanical maintenance.
Recipients must complete a required paid internship, apprenticeship, or work-based learning placement with a steel-producing or steel-related company. Commuting or relocation may be required.
Applicants must meet citizenship, enrollment, and academic requirements, including a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or equivalent.
View scholarship details and check for future application opportunities on the AIST website
