Category: Scholarships

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

NFSF Scholarships

The NAWIC Founders’ Scholarship Foundation (NFSF) assists in providing the construction industry with trained employees through higher education and certified training programs. The construction industry encompasses almost every professional discipline, including trades, project management, administrative, legal, financial, insurance, and business owner. The NAWIC Founders Scholarship Foundation (NFSF) is here to help.

Each year we are pleased to award over $250,000 to worthy recipients in construction-related programs. Award amounts start at $1,000. Some local chapters award scholarships as well. For questions on eligibility please see below or email us at nfsf@nawic.org.

NFSF was founded in 1963, is a self-supporting scholarship program, and is a 509(a)(3) designated organization so contributions are tax deductible as a charitable donation. We have the capability to administer scholarships to college or trade school students for your company or local NAWIC chapter.

Undergraduate Scholarship Eligibility:

• Applicant must be currently enrolled in a construction-related degree program at a school in the United States and must have a least one term remaining in a course of study leading to an associate or bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field. High school seniors and those pursuing graduate degrees are not eligible.
• Applicant must desire a career in a construction-related field.
• Applicant can be enrolled part-time or full-time.
• Applicant must have a current cumulative GPA or 3.0 or higher to be considered for awards.
• To be considered, the Application and all attachments must be complete and received via email by February 28th for the next following academic year. If your school only mails transcripts, please email NFSF (nfsf@nawic.org) for the address to mail the transcripts to. Official sealed transcripts must also be received no later than February 28th. THIS DEADLINE IS STRICTLY ENFORCED.
• Only students enrolled in a school in the United States will be considered for awards.
• Scholarship winners will be contacted by the NFSF Administrator.  If you are an applicant, please do not call the national office to check on scholarship status.

Undergraduate Scholarship Application Form

MSES is proud to announce its annual scholarship program for college students pursuing a degree or career in a transportation-related field. 

Since 1953, the MSES Legacy Scholarship has awarded more than $1.6 million to over 1,100 deserving college students who demonstrate strong academic achievement, financial need, and a commitment to pursuing a career within Minnesota’s transportation infrastructure industry. 

2026-2027 MSES Scholarship Application 

• The 2026-2027 scholarship application is now open and must be submitted by March 10, 2026. 
• Scholarship qualifications, guidelines, and evaluation criteria are available at https://mses.org. 
• Applications must be submitted through the online application form (scroll to the bottom of the page) at https://mses.org. 
• Questions regarding scholarship qualifications or the application process may be directed to Heidi Holste, Executive Director, at info@mses.org. 

Application Review Process 

• Applications will be reviewed and scored by members of the MSES Scholarship Committee using the published criteria. 
• The top scoring applicants will participate in a virtual “meet and greet” with MSES scholarship committee members to learn more about MSES, its goals, and opportunities for future involvement. Please note that the “meet and greet” is not part of the scholarship scoring process. 

Engage with MSES 

We encourage you and your students to take advantage of additional opportunities to connect with MSES: 

• Free Student Membership: All scholarship applicants receive a complimentary MSES student membership, which includes access to the MSES newsletter and free attendance at MSES events. 
• Stay Connected: Follow MSES on LinkedIn and Facebook for updates, events, and announcements. 
• Guest Speakers: MSES professionals are available to speak to classes or student groups. To request a speaker, please contact info@mses.org. 
• Annual Meeting: All scholarship recipients are invited to attend the MSES Annual Meeting on February 5, 2026, to connect with fellow students and MSES members. Registration for students is free.  REGISTER HERE 

IMEG’s engineering scholarship opportunity – open now through March 13, 2026. All of the necessary information needed to apply can be found in the links below. The application is completed through ACEC and takes some time to complete.

Link: https://acecinstitute.awardspring.com/Home/ScholarshipDetails/396544

IMEG Info: https://imegcorp.com/careers/imeg-engineering-scholarship-program/