All applicants must be members in good standing with the American Welding Society. The AWS Foundation does not discriminate by age, race, color, national origin, disability, creed, or gender. Selection The Student Loan Approval Committee will meet monthly, or as needed, based on the volume of applications received. Funds are to be used for tuition, books, and supplies. Applicant must submit all required application information.
Students have one year to use their funds.
Applicants must reapply. Deferment Payment may be deferred, adjusted, or postponed only under the following circumstances. Active duty in the U. S. Armed Forces. Services in a full-time volunteer organization such as the Peace Corps or Vista. The borrower may enter into a deferrable situation with a written request and submission of appropriate documentation.