Author: Julie Ross

The Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) Michigan Chapter supports the advancement of students pursuing careers in transportation and who strive to impact their communities through transportation professions and initiatives.

We will award multiple scholarships for the 2026–2027 academic year to students seeking a career in a transportation related field. Application Deadline – May 16, 2026

Some examples include: Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Surveying, Civil Technology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Construction Management, Aerospace Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Public Administration (Transportation Focus), Supply Chain & Logistics, Infrastructure Planning, etc.

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE ($500 – $3,000)

• Sharmyn Elliott Legacy Scholarship
• COMTO Michigan Chapter Scholarship
• Garrett A. Morgan Transportation Achievement Scholarship

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicant must be a resident of the State of Michigan
• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident
• Graduating High School Students, Undergraduate Students or Graduate Students

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicant must be a resident of the State of Michigan
• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident
• Graduating High School Students, Undergraduate Students or Graduate Students
  

https://comtomichigan.org/annual-golf-outing-scholarships/

The MITA Scholarship Fund offers financial support to individuals hoping to pursue a career in the heavy construction industry.

The MITA Scholarship Fund is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 academic year! Completed applications will be accepted by MITA until April 30, 2026. Applications MUST be complete in order to be considered by the Scholarship Committee. Incomplete applications will not be given consideration.

The Scholarship Committee will consider all completed applications at their May 2026 meeting. Final decisions will be made post-meeting, and all applicants will be notified by the end of June 2026.

Please review the Application Info Sheet to be sure that you have everything you need before you submit your application. Essay talking points are outlined on the info sheet for all applicants.

By submitting your application for review, you hereby give permission to MITA to include portions of your acceptance speech, pictures or video, application and your essay in our association communications and publications.


Additionally applications may be emailed to Danielle Coppersmith or submitted electronically by starting the online application below.

Questions? Call Danielle at 517-347-8336.

https://thinkmita.org/mita-scholarship-fund-application

Are you completing an undergraduate degree program and need funding to continue your education in environmental engineering or environmental science?

The Environmental Engineering and Science Foundation (EESF) has created eleven annual scholarships for students majoring in Environmental Engineering and Environmental Science.

EESF Master’s Degree Scholarships in Environmental Engineering and Science

Eight scholarships in the amount of $2,500 each are offered to students completing undergraduate degree programs at accredited four-year institutions. Applicants must have been accepted to enter an accredited graduate program to complete a Master’s Degree either in Environmental Engineering or related field of engineering or Environmental Science or related field. These scholarships are based on academic performance.

EESF Master’s Degree Scholarships in Environmental Engineering and Science for Under-Represented Minority (URM) Students

These three scholarships are identical to those described above for Master’s degree candidates but are available to students who self-identify as American Indian/Alaska Native, Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander. The URM category will include individuals who identify two or more affiliations if at least one of their affiliations is one of these groups.

Details, FAQs, and application forms can be found at: https://www.eesfoundation.org/scholarship/.

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE NO LATER THAN MAY 1, 2026.