Student Resources
Membership Kits
Click the images below related to your program level (middle school, high school or college/postsecondary). From there, you’ll be presented with the contents of your membership kit, including a comprehensive membership guide, quick-start guides, posters and more. Download the entire kit as one .zip file or download individual items separately.
2023-2024 Theme
SkillsUSA: No Limits
Each year, a new SkillsUSA annual membership theme is unveiled to great excitement at the conclusion of the National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC). The theme is designed to inspire the amazing work in our SkillsUSA chapters during the school year as students develop the Personal, Workplace and Technical Skills of our SkillsUSA Framework.
Not to be confused with our long-standing national slogan/organizational tagline, “SkillsUSA: Champions at Work,” the annual theme is selected each year as a member-centric element.
Scholarships
One of the benefits of SkillsUSA membership is the opportunity to apply for scholarships available only to SkillsUSA members. During the 2022-23 school year, approximately $1 million in annual scholarships were awarded to SkillsUSA high school and college/postsecondary members nationwide to offset the cost of postsecondary education and training. Additionally, multiple scholarships were awarded to offset the cost of attending SkillsUSA events such as the National Leadership & Skills Conference and the Washington Leadership and Training Institute.
Washington State Scholarships
Road to Atlanta Scholarship
OPEN
$1,000 (2 Recipients)
Opens: April 1, 2024 | Closes: June 1, 2024
Requirements:
- SkillsUSA Member: Must be a member of SkillsUSA.
- Recipient must be qualified to attend NLSC
- GPA: Must hold a 3.0 GPA or higher
- 200-Word Essay: Share why you are excited about nationals
"New Year, New Limits" Scholarship
OPEN
$500 (4 Recipients)
Opens: January 1, 2024 | Closes: May 1, 2024
Requirements:
- Must be NEW to SkillsUSA
- SkillsUSA Member: Must be a member of SkillsUSA
Rhonda Downing Memorial Scholarship (In Memory of Rhonda Downing)
CLOSED
Full SLSC registration cost and accommodation – a +$700 value! (1 Recipient)
Opened: January 1, 2024 | Closed: February 16, 2024
Requirements:
- SkillsUSA Member: Must be a member of SkillsUSA
Thank you Downing/Scroggins Family!
"More Better" Scholarship (In Memory of Marty Lee Ayres)
CLOSED
$1,000 (1 Recipient)
Opened: December 1, 2023 | Closed: April 1, 2024
Requirements:
- SkillsUSA Member: Must be a member of SkillsUSA
- GPA: Must hold a 3.0 GPA or higher
- Extracurricular Involvement: Candidates are required to actively participate in an extracurricular program.
- 200-Word Essay: Share how you intend to utilize the scholarship funds to be “more better”
Thank you Ayres Family!
Central Welding Supply "Weld Onward" Scholarship
CLOSED
$1,000 (1 Recipient)
Opened: November 1, 2023 | Closed: December 15, 2023
Requirements:
- Welding Student: You must be enrolled in a welding program, demonstrating your dedication to mastering this essential skill.
- SkillsUSA Member: Must be a member of SkillsUSA.
- 200-Word Essay: In a brief 200-word essay, share your passion for welding, your goals, and how this scholarship will help you. We want to hear your story and your aspirations.
- Resume: Provide a comprehensive resume that highlights your experiences, achievements, and involvement in the welding field and beyond.
- Transcript: Include your latest academic transcript to demonstrate your commitment to your education.
Thank you Central Welding Supply!
National Scholarships & Grants
The 2024 SkillsUSA Nationals Scholarship Season opened January 2, 2024 and closed April 15, 2024. During this period, SkillsUSA members across the nation were able apply for annual scholarships. Please note that other scholarship opportunities may also become available outside of these dates. SkillsUSA Washington members are encouraged to monitor Scholarships and Grants Page on the national website to access scholarship applications and review updates!
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