While some students are looking to go to a traditional college after high school, other students choose to attend a trade school. If you are studying in fields related to automotive, construction, HVAC, plumbing, or other trades, there are scholarships for you!

DEED Educational Scholarships
Sponsor: American Public Power Association (APPA)
Amount: $2,000.00
Closing Date: February 15, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to incoming and current full-time students attending an accredited institution in the United States. Applicant must be working toward a career at an electric utility. Applicant must also be attending school in a county with at least one DEED member utility and be sponsored by a DEED member. See website for specific information.

DEWALT Trades Scholarship
Sponsor: Stanley Black & Decker
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: February 28, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate students who are/will be majoring in a trade construction, industrial, motor/power sector, mechanics, or technology degree/certificate.

Boom & Bucket Scholarship
Sponsor: Boom & Bucket
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: March 31, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to incoming and current college students who plan to pursue education in the heavy equipment industry.

Path to Pro Scholarship
Sponsor: Home Depot Foundation | SkillPoint Foundation
Amount: $2,000.00
Closing Date: March 31, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors, high school graduates and those with GEDs who plan to enroll, or be enrolled, in an approved trade-related program at an accredited two-year school (technical/vocational school or college) in the United States. Applicant must not be an employee or dependent of an employee of The Home Depot. Applicant should be studying Carpentry, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing or Construction Management.