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George J. Priester Memorial Scholarship

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The George Priester Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the memory of George Priester, a true Aviation pioneer. Mr. Priester became an instrument instructor pilot in 1938 for the War Training Service. Eventually he trained over 700 pilots for the Civil Aviation Administration licenses and more than 1,000 pilots for the FAA . After the War, Mr. Priester founded Priester Aviation.

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Closed 15 October 2026

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Which collegeGeorge J. Priester Memorial Scholarship - Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Who can applyThe George Priester Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the memory of George Priester, a true Aviation pioneer. Mr. Priester became an instrument instructor pilot in 1938 for the War Training Service. Eventually he trained over 700 pilots for the Civil Aviation Administration licenses and more than 1,000 pilots for the FAA . After the War, Mr. Priester founded Priester Aviation. In addition, he was the owner and operator of Palwaukee Airport in Wheeling, Illinois from 1953- 1986.
Who can applyIt was the second busiest airport in the state of Illinois during the 1960s, 70s and 80s and the busiest privately owned airport in the world. Mr. Priester passed away in 2006, but he left a strong legacy behind. His family has continued to be leaders in the Aviation industry. Scholarship for a student with a major in aviation flight, aviation management or aviation technologies Recipient must have a minimum overall GPA of 2.75.
Who can applyArea of Interest College of Health and Human Sciences, School of Aviation

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Official source: https://siu.academicworks.com/opportunities/39915
Last checked by SCRN: 2026-10-11Verified null days ago
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Name: George J. Priester Memorial ScholarshipRead on 2026-10-11 from https://siu.academicworks.com/opportunities/39915
Provider: Southern Illinois University CarbondaleRead on 2026-10-11 from https://siu.academicworks.com/opportunities/39915
What it provides: The George Priester Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the memory of George Priester, a true Aviation pioneer. Mr. Priester became an instrument instructor pilot in 1938 for the War Training Service. Eventually he trained over 700 pilots for the Civil Aviation Administration licenses and more than 1,000 pilots for the FAA . After the War, Mr. Priester founded Priester Aviation. In addition, he was the owner and operator of Palwaukee Airport in Wheeling, Illinois from 1953- 1986. It was the second busiest airport in the state of Illinois during the 1960s, 70s and 80s and the busiest privately owned airport in the world. Mr. Priester passed away in 2006, but he left a strong legacy behind. His family has continued to be leaders in the Aviation industry. Scholarship for a student with a major in aviation flight, aviation management or aviation technologies Recipient must have a minimum overall GPA of 2.75.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://siu.academicworks.com/opportunities/39915
Amount: Award VariesRead on 2026-10-11 from https://siu.academicworks.com/opportunities/39915
Deadline: Deadline 10/15/2026Read on 2026-10-11 from https://siu.academicworks.com/opportunities/39915
How to apply: You will be automatically considered based on your completed General Application. To complete the General Application, please sign in .Read on 2026-10-11 from https://siu.academicworks.com/opportunities/39915
Which college: George J. Priester Memorial Scholarship - Southern Illinois University CarbondaleRead on 2026-10-11 from https://siu.academicworks.com/opportunities/39915
Who can apply: The George Priester Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the memory of George Priester, a true Aviation pioneer. Mr. Priester became an instrument instructor pilot in 1938 for the War Training Service. Eventually he trained over 700 pilots for the Civil Aviation Administration licenses and more than 1,000 pilots for the FAA . After the War, Mr. Priester founded Priester Aviation. In addition, he was the owner and operator of Palwaukee Airport in Wheeling, Illinois from 1953- 1986.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://siu.academicworks.com/opportunities/39915
Who can apply: It was the second busiest airport in the state of Illinois during the 1960s, 70s and 80s and the busiest privately owned airport in the world. Mr. Priester passed away in 2006, but he left a strong legacy behind. His family has continued to be leaders in the Aviation industry. Scholarship for a student with a major in aviation flight, aviation management or aviation technologies Recipient must have a minimum overall GPA of 2.75.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://siu.academicworks.com/opportunities/39915
Who can apply: Area of Interest College of Health and Human Sciences, School of AviationRead on 2026-10-11 from https://siu.academicworks.com/opportunities/39915

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