Category: Scholarships

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.

Women in Chemicals Scholarship

The Women in Chemicals scholarship program is designed to encourage the advancement of women in STEM, and to promote careers in the chemical industry.

Through the Myers-Greene Family STEM Scholarship Fund, Women in Chemicals will award an annual scholarship in the amount of $10,000 to one woman pursuing a post secondary education in STEM through an accredited university, vocational or trade school.

The scholarship will be awarded for the first time in 2026 and the recipient will be honored at the 2026 Women in Chemicals Conference on September 14-16.

APPLY HERE

The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is a non-profit
association of women actively employed in the many facets of the construction
industry, with more than 6,000 members in chapters throughout the United
States.

Each year NAWIC Grand Rapids #194, in an effort to promote excellence in
all aspects of the construction industry, is proud to offer scholarships to
candidates pursuing a career in the construction industry.

All who possess a commitment to obtaining an education leading to a degree
through a course of study in construction are encouraged to review the
scholarship guidelines and eligibility requirements and submit their application
for consideration. Scholarship awards may be applied toward the cost of
tuition and/or course expenses as selected by the recipient. The applicant has
the ultimate responsibility to ensure the scholarship application is completed.
The dollar amount of scholarship awards range from $1,000 to $7,500. Your
assistance in finding eligible candidates is appreciated.

The scholarship application can be found online at
https://nawic.org/education/nfsf-scholarships. Candidates don’t need to apply
for a specific scholarship award; by applying you are eligible to win any
scholarship that is available to you based on preset criteria. The application
and any other required documentation must be submitted by February
28, 2026.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Teresa Riley by e-mail
nawicgr194@gmail.com or teresar@triangle-inc.com.

The ASCE Michigan Section annually awards scholarships to deserving college students pursuing degrees in Civil Engineering. Applications are due by Memorial Day each year. To be eligible, students must:

• Be a Michigan resident and US Citizen at the time of application,
• Be enrolled as a full time student (in good standing) at an ABET accredited college in a civil and/or environmental engineering program in the State of Michigan,
• Have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 (out of 4.0) at the time of application.

Two scholarships are available, the Mackinac Scholarship ($10,000 total – $5,000 each year for 2 years) and the Zuidema Scholarship ($1,500). To apply, download the Scholarship Application and return it to the ASCE Michigan Section (information provided with application).

Thanks to generous alumni gifts, two funding opportunities are available through the Office of Sustainability and Resilience to help Michigan Tech students develop climate change and sustainability leadership skills.

Please visit the Student Funding Opportunities webpage for more information. Feel free to send questions to Alan Turnquist, Director of Sustainability and Resilience, at sustainability@mtu.edu. 

Funding Opportunities:

1. Frank Chernosky Climate Ambassador Award (upper-level undergraduates only)
Includes $8,000 tuition scholarship plus up to $1,600 for professional development.

• One award available for 2026-27.
• Funds usable through August 2027.
• Includes partial tuition and funds/support to pursue professional development.
• Apply on the 2026 Chernosky Award application form.
• Deadline: March 13.

2. NextGen Climate Leaders Fund (all student levels)
Up to $1,000 per student (a minimum of $10,000 total is available for 2026).

• Supports eligible professional development activities that build climate and sustainability leadership skills and networks.
• Note for graduate students: Research expenses are ineligible. For proposed conference travel, please demonstrate how the experience is complementary to your research and coursework.
• Apply on the 2026 NextGen application form.
• Deadline: Rolling applications accepted through 2026 (review time of 10 business days).

The Asphalt Institute Foundation is pleased to announce the Bill and Shireen Kirk Scholarship for 2026.

To qualify for the scholarship, students must:

• Be a third- or fourth-year undergraduate student; masters; or doctoral student.

• Be pursuing a degree in a civil engineering or pavement infrastructure-focused major, with an emphasis on asphalt materials and its use.

The link online application can be found on this website: https://www.asphaltfoundation.org/kirk-scholarship/.

The application deadline is March 9, 2026.

Since 1953, the MSES Legacy Scholarship has awarded over $1.6 million to more than 1,100 deserving college students who demonstrate strong academic performance, financial need, and an interest in pursuing a career within the Minnesota transportation infrastructure industry. Last year alone, we awarded 20 scholarships to deserving students, totaling $39,000!

Criteria:

• Any undergraduate student who is a Minnesota resident OR any undergraduate student attending specific schools outlined on the website and enrolled in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• College junior or senior undergraduate class standing during the entire 2026-2027 academic year.
• Maintain an academic load of at least 12 credits per semester during the entire 2026-2027 academic year.
• Pursuit of a career in the Minnesota transportation infrastructure industry, including:
  • Government (DOT, County, City)
  • Private Engineering Firms/Consultants
  • Transportation Materials Suppliers
  • Contractors with Transportation Focus
  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Structural Engineering
  • Roadway Design
  • Materials Testing
  • Water Resources/Hydraulics
  • Environmental Engineering
  • ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems)
  • Traffic Engineering
  • Transportation Planning
  • Pavement Design
  • Land Surveying

Application and full criteria can be found here:

• Scholarship – Minnesota Surveyors and Engineers Society
• Note – scroll to the bottom of the page and click NEXT to access the scholarship application.

Thank you for your support of the MSES Legacy Scholarship. Please reach out with any questions.

Katie Ellis 
Senior Registered Engineer
Professional Engineer: MN, WI

P 612.523.2046 | C 612.523.2046

E katie.ellis@tkda.com
3311 E Old Shakopee Rd, Suite 300, Bloomington, MN 55425

The ACEC Research Institute is the leading source of knowledge and thought leadership dedicated to advancing a more sustainable, safe, and technically advanced built environment. Through research, trend analysis, and academic scholarships, the Institute works to strengthen and elevate the engineering profession.

Through the ACEC Research Institute’s online scholarship portal, qualified students can access more than 100 scholarships totaling nearly $1 million in awards, including the NCEES Professional Licensure Scholarship which will award a $5,000 scholarship to a student in Michigan. Students complete a single application, which automatically matches them with all scholarships for which they qualify.

The deadline for all national scholarships is March 13, 2026. Scholarships provided by ACEC State Member Organizations may have varying deadlines.

Students can access the scholarship portal here:
https://acecinstitute.awardspring.com/ 

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or would like additional information.

Mira Schueler

Manager, Engagement

ACEC Research Institute

Office: 202-347-7474

Mobile: 202-682-4304

1400 L Street NW, Suite 400

Washington, DC 20005-3529

Email: mschueler@acec.org