Universal Technical Institute (UTI) Scholarships
Imagine America Foundation Scholarship Programs
Apply for ScholarshipUniversal Technical Institute is one of the nation's leading providers of transportation and skilled trades education — and as an Imagine America Foundation partner school, UTI students can access $1,000 scholarship awards to help pay for training.
Whether you're a high school senior planning your next step or an adult changing careers, Imagine America's award programs work at UTI campuses across the country, covering programs from Automotive & EV Technology to Welding, Diesel, HVACR, Aviation, and Electrical.
Imagine America Scholarships for Universal Technical Institute Students
Universal Technical Institute participates in the following Imagine America Foundation award programs. Each award is applied toward tuition at the school.
High School Scholarship
For graduating high school seniors nominated by their high school. Established in 1998, the Imagine America High School Scholarship has helped thousands of students afford career education.
Learn more →Adult Skills Education Program (ASEP)
A one-time grant for qualifying adult students planning to attend a participating career college — designed for career changers and nontraditional students.
Learn more →How to Apply
- Create your free profile on the Imagine America portal
- Select Universal Technical Institute as your school and review your scholarship options
- Complete the scholarship application
- Work with the school's admissions team to finalize enrollment and apply your award
About Universal Technical Institute
UTI has trained technicians for more than 55 years, operating campuses in Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Texas — plus affiliated brands including MIAT College of Technology and NASCAR Technical Institute. Campuses are institutionally accredited by the ACCSC, and several hold ACCSC School of Excellence recognition.
What sets UTI apart is its manufacturer relationships: qualifying students can enter Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training (MSAT) programs like BMW FastTrack, Ford FACT, and Peterbilt Technician Institute, earning factory credentials that lead directly to dealership and fleet careers.
Programs are hands-on and fast — the core Automotive & EV Technology program runs 51 weeks, and Welding Technology (developed with Lincoln Electric) runs 36 weeks — so students enter the workforce in about a year.
Universal Technical Institute Campus Locations
Avondale, AZ
Automotive · Welding · Aviation · Electrical
Long Beach, CA
Automotive · Welding · Aviation · Electrical
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Automotive · Welding · Aviation · Electrical
Sacramento, CA
Automotive · Welding · Aviation · Electrical
Miramar, FL
Automotive · Welding · Aviation · Electrical
Orlando, FL
Automotive · Welding · Aviation · Electrical
Lisle, IL
Automotive · Welding · Aviation · Electrical · HVAC
Bloomfield, NJ
Automotive · Welding · Aviation · Electrical · HVAC
Exton, PA
Automotive · Welding · Aviation · Electrical · HVAC
Austin, TX
Automotive · Welding · Aviation · Electrical · HVAC
Dallas, TX
Automotive · Welding · Aviation · Electrical · HVAC
Houston, TX
Automotive · Welding · Aviation · Electrical · HVAC
Houston, TX
Automotive · Welding · Aviation · Electrical · HVAC
Explore Universal Technical Institute Programs
Learn more about specific programs and campuses with scholarship opportunities:
Automotive Technology
Austin, TX
Automotive Technology
Avondale, AZ
Welding Technology
Avondale, AZ
Automotive Technology
Bloomfield, NJ
Automotive Technology
Dallas, TX
Welding Technology
Dallas, TX
Automotive Technology
Exton, PA
Automotive Technology
Houston, TX
Welding Technology
Houston, TX
Automotive Technology
Lisle, IL
Automotive Technology
Long Beach, CA
Welding Technology
Long Beach, CA
Automotive Technology
Miramar, FL
Automotive Technology
Orlando, FL
Automotive Technology
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Automotive Technology
Sacramento, CA
Ready to Start at Universal Technical Institute?
Create your free Imagine America profile to apply for scholarships and connect with the school's admissions team.
Apply for Your UTI ScholarshipFrequently Asked Questions
Does UTI accept Imagine America scholarships?
Yes. Universal Technical Institute is an Imagine America Foundation partner school. Qualifying high school seniors and adult learners can apply $1,000 Imagine America awards toward tuition at participating UTI campuses.
How do I get a UTI scholarship through Imagine America?
Create a free profile on the Imagine America portal, select UTI as your school, and complete the scholarship application. High school seniors are nominated through their high school; adult learners apply through the Adult Skills Education Program (ASEP).
Can I combine Imagine America awards with UTI's own scholarships?
Imagine America awards are applied toward tuition and can typically be combined with other aid. UTI also offers its own scholarship and grant programs — the school's admissions team can help you stack available funding.
Which UTI programs qualify?
Imagine America awards apply to enrollment at participating UTI campuses across their program areas, including Automotive & EV Technology, Welding, Diesel, HVACR, Electrical, and Aviation programs.
