Engineering Scholarships

Student Eligibility Requirements: * U.S. citizenship (not permanent resident). * Current high school senior. * 3.0 or better grade point average on a 4.0 scale. * Rank in the 90th percentile in both match and critical reading on SAT 1 or the composite ACT scores. * Citizen of the United States required at the time of application (not permanent resident). * Pursuing a bachelor/associate degree in engineering or technology through an ABET accredited program. * Planning to attend an accredited college or university in the United States in the fall. * Past or present student of a Ford PAS program at their high school or in a Ford PAS after-school/weekend/summer/college program. Terms of Scholarship:One $5,000 scholarship will be awarded each year.How to Apply: * Begin the application process online. * If you are qualified, you will be prompted to continue the process and submit the following: o Official copy of your high school transcript with SAT/ACT scores. o Two letters of reference. One reference must come from a Ford PAS instructor. * All information must be submitted by January 15. Selection and Announcement of Recipients: * Recipient will be selected by the SAE Scholarship Committee and notified by the end of June. * Applicants not selected will be notified by the end of July. Payment of Scholarship Funds: * This scholarship will be paid into your account at your selected university in July/August. * It can be used for tuition or any other incidental school expenses. Terms for Renewal of Scholarship: This scholarship is not renewable.

Student Eligibility Requirements: * U.S. citizenship (not permanent resident). * Child or grandchild of a current member. * 3.0 or better grade point average on a 4.0 scale (required). * Demonstrated financial need. * Enroll in a two- or four-year engineering or science program at an ABET accredited college or university. Terms of Scholarship: * Two scholarships will be awarded each year for $5,000 per year. * Scholarship may be renewed at $5,000 a year for three additional years (total award $20,000). How to Apply: * Begin the application process online. * If you are qualified, you will be prompted to continue the process and submit the following: o An official copy of your high school transcript with SAT/ACT scores. o FAFSA forms. o At least one letter of recommendation from an adult, non family member (teacher, coach, pastor, etc.) * All information must be submitted by January 15. Selection and Announcement of Recipients: * Recipient will be selected by the SAE Detroit Section Scholarship Committee, in cooperation with the SAE Foundation, and notified by the end of June. * Applicants not selected will be notified by the end of July. Payment of Scholarship Funds: * This scholarship will be paid into your account at your selected university in July/August. * It can be used for tuition or any other incidental school expenses. Scholarship Renewal: * May be renewed for $5,000 per year for up to three additional years. * Must maintain a 2.5 grade point average. * Remain in good standing at the college or university. * A student who completed a two-year program may continue for an additional consecutive two years at a second school offering a complete engineering or science. * Complete the Detroit Section Scholarship renewal form.

This annual scholarship is provided by BMW AG in recognition of its commitment to excellence in engineering. BMW is world famous for designing and building luxury, high-performance passenger cars and motorcycles. The company is also a leader in developing and manufacturing high technology, high performance internal combustion engines.This scholarship is in support of the SAE Foundation to ensure an adequate supply of well-trained engineers for the future.Student Eligibility Requirements: * U.S. citizenship (not permanent resident). * 3.75 or better grade point average on a 4.0 scale (required). * Rank in the 90th percentile in both math and critical reading on SAT I or composite ACT scores. * Pursue an engineering or related science degree through an ABET accredited program Terms of Scholarship: * One scholarship will be awarded each year for $1,500 per year. * Scholarship may be renewed at $1,500 a year for three additional years (total award $6,000). How to Apply: * Begin the application process online. * If you are qualified, you will be prompted to continue the process and submit the following: o Official copy of your high school transcript o SAT/ACT scores * All information must be submitted by January 15. Selection and Announcement of Recipient: * Recipient will be selected by the SAE Scholarship Committee and notified by the end of June. * Applicants not selected will be notified by the end of July. Payment of Scholarship Funds: * This scholarship will be paid into your account at your selected university in July/August. * It can be used for tuition or any other incidental school expenses. Terms for Renewal of Scholarship: May be renewed for $1,500 per year for three additional years. * Must maintain a 3.0 grade point average. * Complete the BMW/SAE Engineering Scholarship renewal form.

Eligibility: An applicant for the Churchill Scholarship must be a citizen of the United States, either native born or naturalized, and must be a senior who is enrolled in one of the institutions participating in the Scholarship Program or a student who has recently graduated from one of those institutions. Upon taking up the Churchill Scholarship, a Churchill Scholar must be between the ages of 19 and 26, must hold a bachelor's degree or an equivalent, and may not have attained a doctorate. The criteria for the selection of Churchill Scholars include: Exceptional academic talent and outstanding achievement, especially in the major, as indicated by course grades. The Foundation does not require a minimum GPA, but recent Churchill Scholars have had a GPA of at least 3.7 and usually have 3.9 or above. A capacity to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the sciences, engineering, or mathematics by pursuing original, creative work at an advanced level as demonstrated by awards, prizes, research, and letters of recommendation. Applicants in the sciences and engineering will demonstrate extensive laboratory experience, internships, or other related work, while applicants in mathematics will show substantial independent work or other projects. Outstanding personal qualities. Understanding the time commitment required by research, the Churchill Foundation does not seek so-called “well rounded” applicants; instead, it seeks applicants with what we call interesting “jagged edges.” Nonetheless, it should be noted that successful applicants display a bewildering array of talents activities outside of academic pursuits, especially in music, athletics, social service, among other activities. The Winston Churchill Foundation of the United States is committed to a policy against discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, gender, marital or parental status, race, color, religion, national origin, or disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description:Established to provide financial assistance and summer internships to undergraduates at minority academic institutions (MAIs) who are interested in majoring in fields related to the environment. Eligibility:Applicants for this program must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents who are enrolled full time with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 in an accredited 4-year institution that meets the definition of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as an MAI: Historically Black College and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs), and Tribal Colleges (TCs). Students must be majoring in environmental science, physical sciences, biological sciences, chemistry, computer science, environmental health, social sciences, mathematics, or engineering. They must be available to work as interns at an EPA facility during the summer between their junior and senior years.

Description:Established to provide financial assistance for college study in disciplines related to the wall and ceiling industry to employees of firms that are members of the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industries-International (AWCI) and their dependents. Eligibility:This program is open to employees of AWCI member companies and their dependents. Applicants must be pursuing or planning to pursue, as a full-time student, post-secondary education in the field of construction management, engineering, or architecture. They must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher during their last two semesters of study. Students in graduate school, technical school, associate degree programs, and 4-year colleges and universities are all eligible.

The purpose for this scholarship is to provide financial assistance to those individuals demonstrating his/her leadership abilities, and interested in pursuing a career in welding engineering or welding engineering technology. Eligibility The Praxair International Scholarship will be awarded to a full-time student demonstrating leadership abilities and pursuing a minimum four-year bachelors degree in welding engineering (WE) or welding engineering technology (WET); however, priority will be given to welding engineering (WE) students. All applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements. * Applicant must be a minimum of eighteen years of age. * Applicant must have a minimum high school diploma. * Applicant must be enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 credit hours). * Applicant must submit all required application information. * Financial need is not a criteria in order to apply; however, it would be a primary consideration in prioritizing top candidates. * Applicant must maintain a minimum 2.5 overall grade point average in order to qualify. * Applicant should have demonstrated leadership abilities through clubs, organizations, extra-curricular academic activities, community involvement, etc. * Applicant must be a United States or Canadian citizen and plan to attend an academic institution within the United States or Canada. * Applicants may reapply; however, persons who have received this award may reapply and may be granted the award for a maximum of four years. The award will be presented to individuals nationwide. Applicant does not have to be a member of the American Welding Society. The AWS Foundation does not discriminate by age, race, color, national origin, disability, creed, or gender. Selection Applicant will be chosen by the Named Scholarship Selection Committee comprised of five (5) members, which have been selected by the National Educational Scholarship Committee. Selection committee will determine award recipient in February of each year. Recipient will be announced at the National Awards Luncheon Awards One $2,500 award will be given annually. No awards will be paid to the recipient. All awards are for tuition and books only, and will be paid directly to the academic institution by the AWS Foundation. Deadline Deadline for application is January 15, for the following Fall Term. (Please confirm the deadline before filing an application.)

Description:For students currently enrolled that have at least one semester remaining in a course of study leading to a degree in a construction-related program. Post graduates are not eligible. Eligibility:Come to the Financial Aid office to pick up an application.

Description:Financial assistance offered to students through the National Association of Home Builders. Eligibility:Open to students who are majoring in building sciences. Application and information only available through local Builders Association.

Eligibility:Awards –The Midwest scholarship program will award ten (10) scholarships. Any candidate applying for a scholarship will only be eligible to win one of the aforementioned scholarships.Eligibility – A graduating senior in High School who will be enrolling in college for the fall semester, or a First, Second or Third year student currently enrolled in a full accredited College or University. Applicant must be a full time student in good academic standing. Applicants must be members of the AIST Midwest chapter or the dependent of a member of the AIST Midwest chapter. Engineering StudentSelection – An impartial Scholarship Committee not connected with the AIST Midwest Chapter will select scholarships on a basis of merit.

The purpose for this scholarship is to provide financial assistance to those individuals, with significant financial need, interested in pursuing a career in welding. The scholarship is available to the recipient for a maximum of four years, based on GPA requirement, full time attendance, and welding curriculum. Eligibility The Jerry Robinson - Inweld Corporation Scholarship will be awarded to an undergraduate student pursuing a minimum four-year bachelors degree in a welding program at an accredited university. All applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements. * Applicant must be a minimum of eighteen years of age as of October 1 of the year the scholarship is awarded. * Applicant must have a minimum high school diploma or G. E. D. in the year the scholarship is awarded. * Applicant must have a 2.5 overall grade point average. * Applicant must provide an essay as to why the funds are needed, how the scholarship would change his/her life, how it would allow him/her to further the joining sciences. * Student must be accepted at the specified university/college, and attend full-time. * Proof of financial need is required to qualify. Copies of student and parents/guardians previous year tax returns will be required. Student must provide proof that other financial aid has been applied for. * Applicant must submit all required application information. * Applicant must be a citizen of the United States and plan to attend an academic institution located within the United States. * Applicants may reapply; however, persons who have received this award will automatically be eligible to be granted the award for a maximum of four years. * This award is renewable for a maximum of four years. However, it will be the responsibility of the recipient to provide proof of the required designated GPA, full time attendance, and appropriate approved curriculum to continue receipt of scholarship. Deadline for the receipt of the final college transcript, proof of attendance, and proof of major will be July 1 of each year. Failure to provide this information by July 1 will result in the recipient being deemed ineligible for future awards. The award will be presented to individuals nationwide. Applicant does not have to be a member of the American Welding Society. The AWS Foundation does not discriminate by age, race, color, national origin, disability, creed, or gender. Selection Applicant will be chosen by the Named Scholarship Selection Committee comprised of five (5) members, which have been selected by the National Educational Scholarship Committee. Selection committee will determine award recipient in May of each year. Awards One $2,500 award will be given annually. No awards will be paid to the recipient. All awards are for tuition and books only, and will be paid directly to the academic institution by the AWS Foundation. Deadline Deadline for application is January 15, for the following Fall Term. (Please confirm the deadline before filing an application.)

This scholarship is intended to promote the professions of Architecture and Engineering. Graduating high school seniors with a minimum 3.5 GPA, who have been accepted into an accredited 4 or 5-year program in Architecture or Engineering may apply. Second year Community College transfer students with a minimum 3.2 GPA who have been accepted into an accredited program in Architecture or Engineering may apply. May be renewable based on performance. Award Amount: $2,000 Max. Projected # of Awards(all catagories): 2 Also for Architecture students. 3.5 GPA for high school students 3.2 GPA for College transfer students