DEWALT Trades Scholarship 2026

In Partnership with The SkillPointe Foundation, this foundation is awarding $5,000 Scholarships for eligible applicants currently enrolled in or studyingTrades Education.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineFebruary 28, 2026
• Value$5,000
• Study LevelTraining , Undergraduate
• SponsorDEWALT Foundation
• Course to studyTrades
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

$5,000

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or accepted to a post-secondary school or training program and pursuing a high-demand skilled trade. Primary focus includes community colleges, vocational or technical institutions, career centers, dual enrollment programs, 2-year transitional programs. 
• Eligible Locations: United States and Canada.
• Pursuing educational training related to one of the following industries (some example program pathways provided):
  • ? Construction – Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Masonry, HVAC, Pipefitting, Welding
  • ? Industrial – Maintenance & Repair Technicians, Manufacturing, Plant Operations, Fabrication, Quality Control, Robotics & Automation
  • ? Motor / Power – Diesel, Automotive, Small Engine Repair, Power Plant Operations, Generators & Turbines
  • ? Mechanics – Automotive Service, Heavy Equipment Operations, Aviation (mechanics, avionics), Fleet Maintenance, Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems
  • ? Technology – Applied Electronics & Controls, Computer Aided Design (CAD)/Drafting, Electrical Engineering, Fire Science, Mechatronics
• Employees and/or spouses or dependents of employees of Stanley Black & Decker or DEWALT are not eligible to apply.

Selection Process

• Application Opens: November 4, 2025
• Application Deadline: February 28, 2026
• Awards are paid directly to recipient's school or training center. Please review how scholarship awards can be used by visiting the Scholarship "How it Works" Link on our website.
• Recipient notifications will be sent approximately 4-6 weeks after the scholarship deadline.  

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Free Ongoing Fully Funded Scholarships Guide 2026 (Download Now)

Application Deadline

How To Apply

To apply, visit Dewalt Scholarship webpage