AmericanMuscle Student Scholarship Program
Scholarship Sponsored by AmericanMuscle Automotive
Our Program
AmericanMuscle awards two $2,500 scholarships each year to students pursuing automotive-focused majors. One scholarship is awarded for the spring semester and an additional scholarship for the fall semester. The program is ongoing and accepts submissions every spring and fall. Winning funds are paid directly to the recipient’s school as a tuition payment.
Description: Two scholarships are offered annually to currently enrolled students or high school seniors entering post-secondary education who demonstrate drive and ambition in the automotive field.
Award Value: Each scholarship is $2,500; two awards are granted per year (one spring, one fall).
Application Timeline: Essays must be submitted by 12:00 PM EST — October deadline for spring applicants and June deadline for fall applicants. Winners are selected by November 15 for spring and July 15 for fall.
- Two $2,500 scholarships awarded annually.
- Open to current students and graduating high school seniors.
- Winners paid directly to the school as tuition.
Who is Eligible
Eligibility is limited to students pursuing automotive-related education and high school seniors planning to enroll in post-secondary institutions. Eligible institutions include U.S. and Canadian colleges, automotive engineering programs, trade schools, and technical institutes. Applicants must submit proof of current enrollment or proof of intent to enroll. Scholarships are non-renewable, but previous winners may reapply with a new essay; only one entry per student per semester is allowed.
Eligibility: Full-time students at qualifying institutions and high school seniors planning to attend college; applicants must be pursuing an automotive degree or related field.
- Open to U.S. and Canadian post-secondary students and qualifying high school seniors.
- Proof of enrollment is required with each application.
- One essay submission per student, per semester; awards are non-renewable.
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit a 700–1,500 word essay describing who they are and how they plan to use their automotive education to drive innovation in the custom car industry. Essays must be submitted as a PDF or Microsoft Word document and include proof of current enrollment. Judging focuses on demonstrated drive, ambition, and the applicant’s plan for positive impact within the automotive community. Follow the posted deadlines for each semester to ensure eligibility.
Submission Requirements: Essay length 700–1,500 words; file formats accepted are PDF or Microsoft Word; include proof of enrollment or intent to enroll.
Selection: Winners are selected based on the merit of the essay, including demonstrated ambition and potential for impact; selection dates align with the spring and fall award cycles.
- Essay: 700–1,500 words, PDF or Word only.
- Include verifiable proof of enrollment with submission.
- One entry allowed per student per semester; selection is merit-based.
About Us
AmericanMuscle, founded by brothers Andrew and Steve Voudouris, started as a garage-based startup in 2003 and is a subsidiary of Turn5, Inc. The company is now a leading online retailer of aftermarket Ford Mustang and Dodge Challenger parts and accessories, operating from a large facility near Philadelphia. The scholarship program is an extension of the company’s commitment to support education and encourage creativity in the automotive community. Awarding scholarships is part of AmericanMuscle’s broader initiative to give back to the next generation of automotive innovators.
History of the Award: This scholarship is a permanent program offered every year, accepting submissions each spring and fall as part of AmericanMuscle’s ongoing support for automotive education.
- Founded in 2003; subsidiary of Turn5, Inc.
- Program reflects the company’s commitment to education and the aftermarket community.
- Headquartered near Philadelphia with substantial office and warehouse space.