The American Welding Society Foundation administers more than 130 national donor-funded scholarships plus district and section awards for students pursuing welding, welding engineering, and joining-sciences degrees or certifications at trade schools, community colleges, and four-year universities. National awards range from about $2,500 to $10,000+, with additional district funding available; international scholarships support students worldwide. Applications open December 1 with most deadlines on March 1.