Several organizations offer financial assistance to students seeking to advance their knowledge in the plumbing and HVAC industry. Explore trade school and apprenticeship scholarships below to see if you qualify.
Cost is one of the biggest questions people have when they start looking into a plumbing or HVAC career. The good news: several industry organizations, manufacturers, and nonprofits offer plumbing and HVAC scholarships specifically for students and apprentices in the trades — money that can go toward tuition, tools, or program costs.
If you're considering PHCC San Diego's plumbing pre-apprenticeship program or another path into the trade, it's worth reviewing these opportunities early, since most have specific enrollment windows and eligibility requirements tied to being enrolled in (or about to enroll in) an accredited program.
Eligibility: Open to plumbing or HVAC students accepted into an accredited trade school or degree program. The Foundation prioritizes applicants affiliated with the roofing industry, but plumbing and HVAC students in its service area (including California) are eligible to apply.
Learn MoreEligibility: Currently enrolled or enrolling in a plumbing or HVACR apprenticeship program, and working full-time for a licensed plumbing or HVACR contractor who is a member of the PHCC National Association.
Learn MoreEligibility: Must be enrolled in an accredited four- or five-year plumbing apprenticeship program and work full-time for a licensed plumbing contractor.
Learn MoreEligibility: Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited HVAC program. Offered through Trade Academy, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit initiative sponsored by WD-40 and Supply House.
Learn MoreEnrollment windows change year to year. Always confirm current deadlines and requirements directly on each organization's official scholarship page before applying — the windows listed above reflect typical annual cycles.
Most plumbing and HVAC scholarships share a few common requirements. A little preparation goes a long way:
Plumbing students can apply for scholarships such as the PHCC Education Foundation Scholarship, the BrassCraft Zell Scholarship, and the Davis Memorial Foundation Scholarship, all of which support students and apprentices enrolled in accredited plumbing programs.
HVAC students can apply for scholarships including the PHCC Education Foundation Scholarship, the Davis Memorial Foundation Scholarship, and the WD-40 Next Generation Mechanical Trades Scholarship, which is specifically for students enrolled in an accredited HVAC program.
Most of these scholarships require that you be currently enrolled in, or actively enrolling in, an accredited plumbing or HVAC program. Some also require full-time employment with a licensed contractor. Check each scholarship's eligibility requirements on its official page before applying.
Yes. These are separate programs run by different organizations, so there's no reason not to apply to every scholarship you're eligible for.
PHCC San Diego's plumbing pre-apprenticeship program is a good starting point for people new to the trade. You can also explore all current offerings on the Academy Programs page.
