Every year, the Wood Industry Association awards scholarships to college students pursuing studies in wood technology, machinery, and related fields. To date, the Wood Industry Association and former WMIA Education Foundation have awarded over $551,000 to 298 students. Scholarship applications are accepted from September through January.

The online application is now open for submissions through January 31, 2025.

Be prepared to upload the following documents when completing our online application:

• A transcript of grades and credits through the most recent grading period (high school applicants) or transcripts covering a minimum of the previous two scholastic years.
• A letter of recommendation from an employer or other professional with whom you have worked.
• A letter of recommendation from a teacher, professor, or other educational professional.

In 2024, WIA’s Educational Foundation awarded a total of $26,000 in scholarships to help 18 college students continue their education in the woodworking industry.

To view the full eligibility requirements, visit woodindustry.org.