Wisconsin Technician Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by Wisconsin Automobile & Truck Dealers Association
Introduction
The WATDA Foundation is the nonprofit 501(c)(3) philanthropic arm of the Wisconsin Automobile & Truck Dealers Association. Funded almost entirely by contributions from WATDA dealer members — including new and used car, truck, RV, and motorcycle dealers — the Foundation focuses on attracting and supporting the next generation of service technicians. Its programs provide tuition assistance, Snap-on Tools, and job-placement help to prepare students for careers in the transportation trades.
Scholarship overview
Each year the Foundation grants between 70 and 100 scholarships to students enrolled at Wisconsin Technical Colleges. Awards support programs in:
- Automotive
- Auto collision repair
- Diesel (note: FABCO, agricultural, and heavy equipment programs are excluded)
- Motorcycle
Who may apply
Applicants must meet all of the following:
- Be a high school graduate entering a one- or two-year technical program, or be a current technical college student in the first year of a two-year program.
- Be employed by, or have a commitment to work for, a WATDA member dealership.
- Hold a valid driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
Timing
Scholarships are distributed annually between May and August.