Association of
Independent Trade Schools — home
Scholarship support and learner next steps.

Open a door to hands-on learning.

More people deserve the chance to discover what they can do.

AITS’s educational-access mission reaches across independent trade schools. Welding is one existing scholarship fund—not the limit of that mission.

Help shape what comes next

Which opportunity would you like to open?

Whether your interest is woodworking, machining, construction, manufacturing, or another hands-on field, start a conversation about learners’ needs and the purpose you want to support.

These are areas for discussion, not a list of open scholarships. New opportunities need approved fund terms, eligible providers, selection criteria, and resources before they can accept designated gifts or applications.

Discuss support across trades

For learners and families

Ask about the field you want to study and any relevant opportunities. An inquiry is not an application or a promise of funding. Parents or guardians should inquire for young learners.

Ask about educational opportunities