by Donald Wood
Last updated: 12:00 PM ET, Fri August 4, 2023
The American Airlines Education Foundation announced it
would donate nearly $1 million in scholarship funds to 340 students who are
dependents of the airline’s team members.
The scholarships will fund full-time undergraduate study at
any accredited college, university or vocational program around the world, with
each recipient being awarded a $2,500 scholarship.
Another 100 first-generation college students received an
additional $1,000 award for the 2023–2024 school year. The 2023 recipients live
in eight countries: the United States, Canada, Mexico, Dominican Republic,
England, Jamaica, Peru and Spain.
“This year our scholarship recipients continue to raise the
bar — consistently establishing ambitious goals and striving to excel in their
chosen fields of study,” American Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
and President of the Education Foundation, Ron DeFeo, said.
“We take great pride in supporting our team members and
their families, as they work toward reaching new heights throughout life’s
journey,” DeFeo continued.
Around 1,375 students applied for an Education Foundation
scholarship this year, with applicants being evaluated through a competitive process
based on academic achievement, community service, extracurricular activities
and financial need.
For those interested in next year’s scholarships, the American
Airlines Education Foundation revealed the application window for the 2024–2025
academic year will open in January.
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