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Scholarships

Applications are now open for 2026 scholarship opportunities! 

Applications are being accepted through October 16, 2026.

 

WTS Columbus is proud to support the next generation of transportation professionals through scholarship opportunities for students pursuing a career in the transportation industry!  These scholarships would not be possible without the generosity of our corporate partners, support from our annual golf outing, and participation at our monthly events.  For the 2026–2027 academic year, the following scholarships are available:

Applications are due October 16, 2026.

Eligibility

All female college students who currently attend school in Ohio or are enrolled in a school outside of Ohio and have a permanent Ohio address are eligible to apply.

All applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale and plan to pursue a career in transportation.

BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnicities) candidates are encouraged to apply.

Individuals are encouraged to apply for all scholarships to which they are eligible.

Learn more

For more information on scholarship applications, to apply, or to donate to our educational fund, please contact the Scholarship Chairs at [email protected].

Congrats to the Past WTS Columbus Scholarship Recipients! 

 

2025

  • Molitoris Leadership Scholarship ($5,000 award) – Maria Alvarez
  • Helene M. Overly Memorial Scholarship ($5,000 award) – Laine Groty
  • Columbus Chapter Local Selection Award ($5,000 award) – Madison Richards

 

2024

  • Sharon D. Banks Memorial Scholarship ($3,000 award) – Holly Wirsing
  • Molitoris Leadership Scholarship ($5,000 award) – Madison Richards
  • Helene M. Overly Memorial Scholarship ($5,000 award) – Hailey DeGeorge
  • Bridgette Beato Leadership Legacy Scholarship ($3,000 award) – Seal Russell

 

2023

  • Sharon D. Banks Memorial Scholarship ($3,000 award) – Shawne-Marinn Murphy
  • Molitoris Leadership Scholarship ($5,000 award) – Megan Brockway
  • Helene M. Overly Memorial Scholarship ($5,000 award) – Rana Tarabay
  • Jannet Walker-Ford Leadership Legacy Scholarship ($3,000 award) – Erin Stewartson