Techs of Tomorrow Scholarship Application 2026-2027
Application deadline: February 28, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. Apply during the 2026–2027 application cycle for the Techs of Tomorrow Scholarship supporting the 2027–2028 school year. Please complete all required sections.
General Info
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Are you a citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S.?
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Please check your student status at the time of application (read all selections and choose only one):
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High school student, high school graduate, or first-year college or technical school student pursuing an automotive technical degree or certification
Currently attending automotive trade or technical school; or accredited college or university and pursuing an automotive technical degree or certification
Graduating in the next 12 months from an automotive trade or technical school; or accredited college or university and pursuing an automotive technical degree or certification
Are you a first-generation college student?
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Yes, I am first among my parents or grandparents to attend college / technical school
No, either my parents or grandparents have attended college or trade / technical school
Specific Area of Study
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Automotive
Diesel
Motorcycle & Powersports
NASCAR & Motorsports
Other
Please specify your area of study
Required Documentation & Forms
TOPDON Techs of Tomorrow scholarships are need-based. If applicable, upload your processed 2026–2027 FAFSA Submission Summary (typically available within 1–3 days of submission by logging into your StudentAid.gov account and going to your "My Activity" section) showing your Student Aid Index or other approved documentation. Redact sensitive personal information, including your Social Security number, before uploading.
Approximate credit hours completed by May 2027
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Have you completed the FAFSA for the 2026–2027 academic year?
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Not applicable
FAFSA Submission Summary or other approved documentation
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If applicable, please provide a copy of your FAFSA Submission Summary or other approved documentation to support your application. Please redact sensitive personal information, including your Social Security number, before uploading any documents.
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Proof of Enrollment
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Please upload one of the following documents below verifying your current enrollment at an accredited educational institution. Please note the document must include your full name, the name of your educational institution, and the current academic term or semester. Accepted documents: Official enrollment verification letter; Current class schedule showing your name and the academic term; Official transcript showing current enrollment; Certificate of enrollment issued by your school. If not yet enrolled, an acceptance letter from an intended accredited program may be submitted as an alternative.
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Academic Transcript
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Please upload your most recent high school or college transcript.
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Letters of Recommendation
Please upload two letters of recommendation from individuals who can speak to your character, accomplishments, work ethic, academic performance, or potential. Recommendations may not be written by relatives or family members. We encourage you to choose recommenders such as teachers, counselors, employers, coaches, mentors, or community leaders who know you well.
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High School Information
Will you be a May 2027 high school graduate?
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High school attended
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High school city and state
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Enter the city and state where your high school is located.
Year of high school graduation or GED
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Most recent cumulative GPA
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High school activities, community activities, volunteer work, honors, offices held
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Have you ever applied for a TOPDON Techs of Tomorrow scholarship?
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When?
College or Technical School Information
Current college or technical school
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Current GPA
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School activities, honors, offices held, etc.
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Please indicate your current student status:
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Full-time student
Part-time student
Are you working while attending college or technical school?
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Have you ever received a college or technical school scholarship?
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Have you ever applied for a TOPDON Techs of Tomorrow scholarship?
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When?
Do you plan to complete your degree/certification at your current college or technical school?
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Do you plan to transfer to another college or technical school?
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Are you a GED recipient?
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Are you a U.S. military veteran?
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Tell us More About You
Who or what inspired you to choose automotive technology as your career path?
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What skills, strengths, or personal qualities do you have that will help you succeed in an auto tech training program?
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Tell us about a time you used your hands to solve a problem or make something work. What did you learn from the experience?
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What qualities do you believe are essential for success as an automotive technician?
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What do hard work and commitment mean to you? How will you demonstrate those qualities during your auto tech training/courses?
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How would receiving the TOPDON Techs of Tomorrow scholarship impact your ability to attend an automotive trade school?
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What are your career goals after completing automotive technical school/training?
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Parent or Legal Guardian Consent
Required for applicants under 18 years of age. If the scholarship applicant is under 18, a parent or legal guardian must review and complete this section.
If the scholarship applicant is under 18, a parent or legal guardian must review and complete this section. Privacy policy: https://www.topdon.us/policies/privacy-policy
Parent or Legal Guardian Full Name
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First Name
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Relationship to Applicant
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Parent or Legal Guardian Email Address
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Parent or Legal Guardian Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
I certify that I am the parent or legal guardian of the applicant named above. I have reviewed the scholarship application requirements and authorize the applicant to participate in the scholarship application process. I understand that the information provided in the application will be used to evaluate the applicant’s eligibility for the scholarship and will be handled in accordance with the scholarship program’s privacy policy. I confirm that the information I have provided in this section is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
I have read and agree to the statements above and authorize the applicant’s participation in the scholarship program.
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I have read and agree to the statements above and authorize the applicant’s participation in the scholarship program.
Guardian Signature
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Applicants Signature
By signing the space below, you are certifying that all information is correct and that you are the person completing this application. When you press the submit button, you will receive an email confirmation that your application was received. Please print for your records and retain as verification of your application.
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