Mike Rowe Work Ethic Scholarship Program

Scholarship Value: $4,000

Awards Available: 300

Award Deadline: Register to View


For the eleventh year in a row, we're launching the next Work Ethic Scholarship Program and giving away another $1,000,000 in scholarships this year. We’re looking for hardworking men and women who will keep the lights on, water running, and air flowing--people who will show up early, stay late, and bust their asses to get the job done. It's not for everyone, but we know hard workers are out there.

The next scholarship cycle launches FEBRUARY 12, 2025. YOU’LL HAVE TO:

  • Enroll in an approved program.
  • Sign the S.W.E.A.T. Pledge.
  • Answer 4 questions about the S.W.E.A.T. Pledge.
  • Make a video.
  • Have 2 solid references from a teacher or boss.
  • Verify your school costs.
  • Provide high school or college transcript.
  • Send your most recent 1040 tax form.
  • Submit your application no later than April 17, 2025 at 11:59 PM PT.

Approved Programs

  • Automotive Technology
  • Aviation Technology
  • Commercial Driving
  • Construction
  • Computer Information Technology
  • Cosmetology
  • Culinary Arts
  • Diesel Technology
  • Electrical Technology
  • Energy Technology
  • Farming & Agriculture
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • HVAC
  • Machining
  • Manufacturing
  • Marine Technology
  • Nursing
  • Plumbing
  • Protective Services
  • Welding
  • Veterinary Technology

The following programs are NOT available for this scholarship:

  • Any four-year or bachelor's degree program
  • Diving
  • Registered Nursing, Dental, Laboratory, or healthcare programs
  • Veterinary physician/medicine
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