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Scholarships for Trade School Students

Learn more about what scholarships exist for attending a trade school and how you might qualify for one. Start the process of applying for a scholarship today! Questions? Reach out to [email protected]

Scholarships Defined

A scholarship is funding to help pay for your investment in vocational training. Thousands of scholarships exist, and there are just as many types of organizations offering them as reasons you could qualify for one.

Scholarships can come from religious groups, social and professional organizations, employers, schools, private companies, individuals, communities, and nonprofits.

There are two types of scholarships:

  • Merit-based
  • Need-based

You might be eligible for a merit-based scholarship if you had good grades in high school, did well on a sports team, or have specific talents or traits. Some scholarships are even available for students preparing for vocational careers.ii, iii

RSI Scholarship Requirements:

  • You’ll need to meet all regular admissions requirements and be scheduled to start training before applying for a scholarship.
  • Changing your training start date could result in the loss of your scholarship.
  • Students are placed in classes and programs based on availability. If you are awarded a scholarship while enrolled in certain classes and programs, you cannot transfer that award.iv

Limited Time May Scholarships:

Ready for a fresh start? The Reclaim Your Dream Scholarship supports students who previously enrolled but didn’t begin—and are now ready to take that next step. If you’re re-enrolling in May 2025 for our HVAC/r or Electrical programs and meet the criteria, you could qualify for up to $2,000 in tuition support to help you reignite your goals and graduate strong.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • have previously enrolled, did not start, and has decided to continue toward achieving their Education dream by enrolling into an eligible The Refrigeration School program starting in May of 2025;
  • re-enroll on or after May 7, 2025;
  • enroll into a program with at least 25 weeks of expected enrollment.
  • be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident;
  • complete the Tuition Planning process within 5 calendar days of enrollment;
  • apply for and accept any applicable state, agency, and/or federal student aid (other than PLUS);
  • have no lapse in proper registration or break in attendance and maintain an 80% overall attendance rate and graduate with a 3.0 Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA); and
  • complete a Scholarship Request Form.

Click here to view the scholarship request form & request info to have our admissions team reach out to you and re-start your dream!

Start sooner, save more. The Freedom Scholarship offers up to $2,000 in tuition assistance to eligible students who advance their HVAC/R or Electrical program start date from June or later to May 2025. Designed for students with financial need, this scholarship helps you reach your career goals faster—without the wait.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • be enrolled in a program with at least 25 weeks remaining, with an expected start date beyond June
    1st 2025, as of May 7, 2025, but move to an earlier start date in May 2025 to reach their education
    goals sooner.
  • be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident;
  • demonstrate financial need as determined by the financial aid application process;
  • complete a Scholarship Request Form; and
  • have no lapse in proper registration or break in attendance.

Click here to view the scholarship request form & reach out to your admissions representative to kickstart your training!

Match Scholarships to Your Vocational Training Focus

Did you know you might qualify for a scholarship just for training to become a welder, HVAC/R technician or electrician? Scholarships are also available to help military members, veterans and their families with the transition from service to vocational school.

Special Scholarship for Pinal County Residents

The Skilled Workforce Program through United Way offers residents of Pinal County an opportunity to receive benefits from attending trade school programs like the our programs offered here at The Refrigeration School! United Way’s mission is to help vitalize and improve the individuals, families and business of Pinal County as whole by helping to provide financial stability to its residents.

If you’re interested in learning more and applying click here!

Scholarship Help for Students

Frequently Asked Scholarship Questions Answered

Some scholarship awards are a few hundred dollars and others cover the total cost of tuition.

You can research scholarships online or at a public library. Check with local community organizations, churches, and businesses. Many online sites can help as well. Remember: NEVER pay to apply for a scholarship. Information on scholarships is also available at RSI’s Financial Aid Department. Call us at 855-596-1499.

Deadlines vary with the scholarship. Getting an early start on your scholarship search and applications is a good idea because some deadlines can be as early as a year before school starts.

The first step is filling out the application completely and turning it in on time. Application requirements vary, so be sure to read them carefully. Our Student Financial Services representatives can help you with the forms and provide enrollment verification letters as needed.

Either is possible. You may receive a check for the full award amount, or the scholarship provider may send the money to your school to apply to tuition and fees. Check with the scholarship provider.

Yes. A scholarship is considered a form of financial aid. When all the aid you receive is added up, it cannot total more than your cost of attending RSI. Make sure to let one of our Student Financial Services representatives know if you are awarded a scholarship.

 

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We’re Here to Help

Our Student Financial Services representatives are standing by to answer any questions you have about finding funding for your investment in vocational school. We’ll help you through the financial aid process and create a tuition plan to make sure your training is funded by the time school starts.
 

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Additional Sources


ii https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-type/vocationalscholarships/
iii https://studentaid.gov/sa/types/grants-scholarships/finding-scholarships
iv https://www.rsi.edu/tuition-planning/financial-aid/scholarships/

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