Students studying to become collision and diesel technicians received their scholarship awards from UAF, as did those who applied to industry organizations running their own scholarship programs.
The University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF) recently awarded their scholarships for the 2025-26 school year. This year, the organization awarded 368 scholarships, totaling more than $700,000. Additionally, UAF also helped organizations like Women in Auto Care administer more than 100 other scholarships.
“We would not be able to award so many scholarships without the generosity of those who contribute their time and resources to UAF, including Auto Care Association and MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers,” said Mike Buzzard, AAP, UAF scholarship committee chairman. “Their ongoing support is essential to ensure that students who have demonstrated academic and work achievements are able to earn scholarships and begin their journey in the aftermarket through education.”
Most of the students who received scholarship awards are studying to become mechanical, collision, or heavy-duty repair technicians, though some were also pursuing engineering, business, and supply chain and IT/cybersecurity courses that could lead them to the aftermarket as well.
After the awards for the 2025-26 school year, applications for scholarships for the 2026-27 academic year are open as well. Students wishing to apply can do so at AutomotiveScholarships.com or HeavyDutyScholarships.com before the March 31, 2026 deadline.
