Free Grant Money and Scholarship

Program Scholarship:

Colorado Graduate Grant
Colorado Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (CLEAP) and SLEAP
Colorado Student Grant
Colorado Undergraduate Merit Scholarships
Governor’s Opportunity Scholarship
Graduate Fellowship
Law Enforcement/POW/MIA Dependents Scholarship-Colorado

Colorado Graduate Grant

(Four Year College, University/Grant)

Purpose: Grant for graduate student in an accredited school in Colorado who is a legal resident of Colorado. Must be taking at least 4 credit hours per semester and demonstrate financial need. Qualif.: High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum award amount: $250. Maximum award amount: $5000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 1483 grant(s), totalling $2,856,627. To Apply: Required: application form; financial need analysis. Contact: Financial Aid Office at college/institution.

Colorado Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (CLEAP) and SLEAP

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University, Vocational/Occupational/Grant)

Purpose: Renewable awards for Colorado residents who are attending Colorado state-supported postsecondary institutions at the undergraduate level. Must document financial need. Contact colleges for complete information and deadlines. Qualif.: High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 5000. Minimum award amount: $50. Maximum award amount: $900. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 2377 grant(s), totalling $2,507,260. To Apply: Required: application form; financial need analysis. Contact: Financial Aid Office at college/institution.

Colorado Student Grant

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University, Vocational/Occupational/Grant)

Purpose: Assists Colorado residents attending eligible public, private, or vocational institutions within the state. Application deadlines vary by institution. Renewable award for undergraduates. Contact the financial aid office at the college/institution for more information and an application. Qualif.: High school students not considered.

Funds Avail.: Minimum award amount: $500. Maximum award amount: $5000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 25128 grant(s), totalling $38,505,666. To Apply: Required: application form; financial need analysis. Contact: Financial Aid Office at college/institution.

Colorado Undergraduate Merit Scholarships

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University, Vocational/Occupational/Scholarship)

Purpose: Renewable awards for students attending Colorado state-supported institutions at the undergraduate level. Must demonstrate superior scholarship or talent. Contact college financial aid office for complete information and deadlines. Qualif.: High school students not considered.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 10823. Minimum award amount: $1230. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 10823 scholarship(s), totalling $13,312,566. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; test scores. Contact: Financial Aid Office at college/institution.

Governor’s Opportunity Scholarship

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University, Vocational/Occupational/Scholarship)

Purpose: Scholarship available for the most needy first-time freshmen whose parents’ adjusted gross income is less than $26,000. Must be U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident. Work-study is part of the program. Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Maximum no. of awards: 1052. Minimum award amount: $5665. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 1052 scholarship(s), totalling $5,959,855. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; test scores; financial need analysis. Contact: Financial Aid Office at college/institution.

Graduate Fellowship

(Four Year College, University/Fellowship)

Purpose: Fellowship based on merit for full-time graduate student who is a Colorado resident and attends a Colorado institution. Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum award amount: $5000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 595 fellowship(s), totalling $1,517,404. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis. Contact: Financial Aid Office at college/institution.

Law Enforcement/POW/MIA Dependents Scholarship-Colorado

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University, Vocational/Occupational/Fellowship)

Purpose: Aid available for dependents of Colorado law enforcement officers, fire or national guard personnel killed or disabled in the line of duty, and for dependents of prisoner-of-war or service personnel listed as missing in action. Award covers tuition and room and board. Qualif.: High school students not considered. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 903 fellowship(s), totalling $5,270,258. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis. Contact: Financial Aid Office at college/institution.

Scholarships Program:

Colorado College and University Scholarships
Ethnic Diversity College and University Scholarships
Gordon Scheer Scholarship

Colorado College and University Scholarships

(Four Year College, Postgraduate, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: Award of $1000 available to declared accounting majors at Colorado colleges and universities with accredited accounting programs.

Must have completed at least 8 semester hours of accounting courses. Overall GPA and accounting GPA must each be at least 3.0. Must be Colorado resident. Focus: Accounting Qualif.: High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 15. Maximum no. of awards: 20. Minimum award amount: $1000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 14 scholarship(s), totalling $14,000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; reference(s). Deadline: 3/1. Contact: Gena Mantz, Membership Coordinator, 303-741-8613, gmantz@cocpa.org.

Ethnic Diversity College and University Scholarships

(Four Year College, Postgraduate, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: Award of $1000 for declared accounting major at a Colorado college or university. Must be African-American, Hispanic, Asian-American, American-Indian, or Pacific Islander and have completed at least 8 semester hours of accounting courses. Scholarship is awarded for the fall semester. Must be Colorado resident. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Focus: Accounting Qualif.: High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award available to the following races: Native American/Eskimo; Asian; African American; Hispanic.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $1000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 2 scholarship(s), totalling $2,000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript. Deadline: 6/30. Contact: Gena Mantz, Membership Coordinator, 303-741-8613, gmantz@cocpa.org.

Gordon Scheer Scholarship

(Four Year College, Postgraduate, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: Award of $1250 for a declared accounting major attending a college or university in Colorado. Must have completed intermediate accounting. Minimum 3.5 GPA required. Submit application, official transcript, and three references. May reapply. Must be Colorado resident. Focus: Accounting Qualif.: High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $1250. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 1 scholarship(s), totalling $1,250. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; reference(s). Deadline: 6/30. Contact: Gena Mantz, Membership Coordinator, 303-741-8613, gmantz@cocpa.org.

7979 East Tufts Ave., Ste. 500
Denver, CO 80237-2845
Ph: (303)741-8613
Fax: (303)773-2877
E-mail: gmantz@cocpa.org
URL: http://www.cocpa.org

Scholarships Program:

Caterpillar Scholars Award Fund
Arthur and Gladys Cervenka Scholarship Award
Chapter 4 Lawrence A. Wacker Memorial Scholarship
Detroit Chapter One-Founding Chapter Scholarship
Director’s Scholarship Award
Downriver Detroit Chapter 198 Scholarship
Fort Wayne Chapter 56 Scholarship
Connie and Robert T. Gunter Scholarship
Clinton J. Helton Manufacturing Scholarship Award Fund
Kalamazoo Chapter 116-Roscoe Douglas Memorial Scholarship Award
E. Wayne Kay Co-op Scholarship
E. Wayne Kay Community College Scholarship Award
E. Wayne Kay Graduate Fellowship
Wayne Kay High School Scholarship
E. Wayne Kay Scholarship
Guiliano Mazzetti Scholarship Award
North Central Region 9 Scholarship
Phoenix Chapter 67 Scholarship
Edward S. Roth Manufacturing Engineering Scholarship
St. Louis Chapter No. 17 Scholarship Fund
SME Corporate Scholars
SME Family Scholarship
Myrtle and Earl Walker Scholarship Fund
William E. Weisel Scholarship Fund
Wichita Chapter 52 Scholarship
Albert E. Wischmeyer Memorial Scholarship Award

Caterpillar Scholars Award Fund

(Four Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: Supports five one-time scholarships of $2000 each for full-time students enrolled in a manufacturing engineering program. Minority applicants may apply as incoming freshmen.

Applicants must have an overall minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Focus: Engineering/Technology Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 5. Minimum award amount: $2000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s). Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Arthur and Gladys Cervenka Scholarship Award

(Four Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: One-time award to full-time students enrolled in a degree program in manufacturing engineering or technology. Preference given to students attending a Florida institution. Must have completed a minimum of 30 college credit hours. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Focus: Engineering/Technology Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $1250. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); resume. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Chapter 4 Lawrence A. Wacker Memorial Scholarship

(Four Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: Two one-time awards available to full-time students. One scholarship will be granted to a graduating high school senior and the other will be granted to a current undergraduate student. Students must be enrolled in or accepted to a degree program in manufacturing, mechanical or industrial engineering at a college or university in the state of Wisconsin. All applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale. Focus: Engineering/Technology Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $1500. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); resume. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Detroit Chapter One-Founding Chapter Scholarship

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: Three annual awards of at least $1000 each, will be available in each of the following: associate degree and equivalent, baccalaureate degree and graduate degree programs. Minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Must be undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a manufacturing engineering or technology program at one of the sponsored institutions and be a member in good standing of their SME Student Chapter. Focus: Engineering/Technology Qualif.: High school students not considered.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 3. Minimum award amount: $1000. To Apply: Required: application form; reference(s). Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Director’s Scholarship Award

(Four Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: One-time award for full-time undergraduate students enrolled in a manufacturing degree program in the U.S. or Canada. Must have completed 30 college credit hours. Minimum 3.5 GPA required. Preference given to students who demonstrate leadership skills. Focus: Engineering/Technology Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $5000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); resume. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Downriver Detroit Chapter 198 Scholarship

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: One-time award for an individual seeking an associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or graduate degree in manufacturing, mechanical or industrial engineering, engineering technology, or industrial technology at an accredited public or private college or university in Michigan. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Preference is given to applicants who are a child or grandchild of a current SME Downriver Chapter No. 198 member, a member of its student chapter, or a Michigan resident. Focus: Engineering/Technology; Trade/Technical Specialties; Mechanical Engineering; Industrial Design.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $1000. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Fort Wayne Chapter 56 Scholarship

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: One-time award for an individual seeking an associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or graduate degree in manufacturing, mechanical or industrial engineering, engineering technology, or industrial technology at an accredited public or private college or university in Indiana. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Preference given to applicants who are a child or grandchild of a current SME Fort Wayne Chapter No. 56 member, a member of its student chapter, or an Indiana resident. Focus: Engineering/Technology; Trade/Technical Specialties; Mechanical Engineering; Industrial Design.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 4. Minimum award amount: $1000. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Connie and Robert T. Gunter Scholarship

(Four Year College/Scholarship)

Purpose: One-time award for full-time undergraduate student attending Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia Southern College, or Southern College of Technology and enrolled in a degree program in manufacturing engineering or manufacturing engineering technology. Must have minimum 3.5 GPA and have completed at least thirty college credit hours. One-time award of $1000. Must submit application cover sheet and resume. Focus: Engineering/Technology Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $1000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 1 scholarship(s), totalling $1,000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); resume. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Clinton J. Helton Manufacturing Scholarship Award Fund

(Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: One-time award to full-time students enrolled in a degree program in manufacturing engineering or technology at one of the following institutions: Colorado State University, University of Colorado-all campuses. Applicants must possess an overall minimum GPA of 3.3. Focus: Engineering/Technology; Trade/Technical Specialties Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $3500. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Kalamazoo Chapter 116-Roscoe Douglas Memorial Scholarship Award

(Four Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: Scholarship to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in a degree program in manufacturing, engineering, or technology at one of the sponsored Michigan institutions. Minimum GPA of 3.0 required. Must have completed a minimum of 30 college credit hours. Focus: Engineering/Technology Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $1500. To Apply: Required: application form. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

E. Wayne Kay Co-op Scholarship

(Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: Two $2500 awards for full-time students enrolled in a manufacturing engineering or technology co-op program at an accredited college or university. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Must have completed a minimum of 30 college credit hours. Focus: Engineering/Technology Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $2500. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s). Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

E. Wayne Kay Community College Scholarship Award

(Two Year College, Vocational/Occupational/Scholarship)

Purpose: One-time award to full-time students enrolled at an accredited community college or trade school which offers programs in manufacturing or closely related field in the U.S. or Canada. Minimum GPA of 3.0 required. Must have less than 60 college credit hours and seeking a career in manufacturing engineering or technology. Focus: Engineering/Technology; Trade/Technical Specialties Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 3. Minimum award amount: $1000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); resume. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

E. Wayne Kay Graduate Fellowship

(University/Fellowship)

Purpose: One-time award for full-time graduate students pursuing manufacturing or industrial engineering degrees. Must have 3.0 minimum GPA. Submit application cover sheet, resume, transcript, essay, references, and statement of career goals. Must demonstrate potential for future leadership in the profession. Focus: Engineering/Technology Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 10. Minimum award amount: $4000. Maximum award amount: $12000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 10 fellowship(s), totalling $50,000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); resume. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Wayne Kay High School Scholarship

(Four Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: Two awards for up to $2500 each for two years as follows: $1000 for first year and renewable for $1500 for second year, based on academic excellence and career path. Must be graduating high school seniors who commit to enroll in manufacturing engineering or technology program at an accredited college or university as a full-time freshman in the current summer or full semester. Minimum 3.0 GPA required. Focus: Engineering/Technology Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 2. Maximum award amount: $2500. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s). Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

E. Wayne Kay Scholarship

(Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: Award for full-time undergraduate study in manufacturing engineering and manufacturing technology. Must have minimum 3.0 GPA. Submit transcript, essay, references, application cover sheet, and statement letter with resume. One-time award of $2500. Must have completed a minimum of 30 college credit hours. Focus: Engineering/Technology; Trade/Technical Specialties Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 10. Minimum award amount: $2500. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 10 scholarship(s), totalling $25,000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); resume. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Guiliano Mazzetti Scholarship Award

(Four Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: One-time award available to full-time students enrolled in a degree program in manufacturing engineering or technology in the U.S. or Canada. Must have completed a minimum of 30 college credit hours. Minimum GPA of 3.0 required. Focus: Engineering/Technology Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $1500. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); resume. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

North Central Region 9 Scholarship

(Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: Award to a full-time student enrolled in a manufacturing, mechanical, or industrial engineering degree program in North Central Region 9 (Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and the upper peninsula of Michigan). Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to North Central Region 9 members and their family members and to residents of the states in North Central Region 9. Focus: Mechanical Engineering; Industrial Design; Engineering/Technology; Trade/Technical Specialties Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $1000. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Phoenix Chapter 67 Scholarship

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: Award for a high school senior who plans on enrolling in a manufacturing program technology or manufacturing technology program or an undergraduate student enrolled in a manufacturing engineering technology, manufacturing technology, industrial technology, or closely related program at an accredited college or university in Arizona. Applicants must have an overall GPA of 2.5 and a 3.0 GPA in their manufacturing courses. Focus: Engineering/Technology; Trade/Technical Specialties; Mechanical Engineering; Industrial Design Qualif.: High school students not considered.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $1000. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Edward S. Roth Manufacturing Engineering Scholarship

(Four Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: Awarded to a graduating high school senior, a current full time undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in an accredited four-year degree program in manufacturing engineering at a sponsored ABET accredited school. Minimum GPA of 3.0 and be a U.S. citizen. Preferences will be given to students demonstrating financial need, minority students, and students participating in a Co-Op program. The top three applications will be sent to Mr. and Mrs. Roth for final selection. Focus: Engineering/Technology Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $2500. To Apply: Required: application form; interview. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

St. Louis Chapter No. 17 Scholarship Fund

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: Award for undergraduates pursuing studies in manufacturing engineering or industrial technology. Must attend an approved institution with a student chapter of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, sponsored by St. Louis Chapter Number 17. One-time award of $1000. Award based on merit. Submit application cover sheet and resume. Must rank in upper quarter of class or have minimum GPA of 3.5. Focus: Engineering/Technology Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 4. Minimum award amount: $1000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 5 scholarship(s), totalling $5,000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); resume. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

SME Corporate Scholars

(Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: Award to full-time students enrolled in a degree program in manufacturing engineering or technology in the United States or Canada. Applicants must have an overall GPA of 3.0. Focus: Engineering/Technology; Trade/Technical Specialties Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student.

Funds Avail.: Minimum award amount: $1000. Maximum award amount: $5000. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

SME Family Scholarship

(Four Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: Three scholarships awarded to children or grandchildren of Society of Manufacturing Engineers members. Must be graduating high school senior planning to pursue full-time studies for an undergraduate degree in manufacturing engineering, manufacturing engineering technology, or a closely related engineering study at an accredited college or university. Undergraduate students must have completed 30 credit hours. Minimum GPA of 3.0 and SAT score of 1000 required, or ACT score of 21. Focus: Engineering/Technology Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 3. Minimum award amount: $5000. Maximum award amount: $20000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; test scores; essay; reference(s); resume. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Myrtle and Earl Walker Scholarship Fund

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University, Vocational/Occupational/Scholarship)

Purpose: One-time award for students seeking a career in manufacturing engineering or technology who have completed at least 15 credit hours or one semester. Must have minimum 3.5 GPA. Submit application cover sheet, resume, transcript, essay, references, and statement of career goals. Focus: Engineering/Technology; Trade/Technical Specialties Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 25. Minimum award amount: $1000. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); resume. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

William E. Weisel Scholarship Fund

(Undergraduate/Scholarship)

Purpose: Must be full-time undergraduate student enrolled in a degree engineering or technology program in the United States or Canada and must be seeking a career in robotics or automated systems used in manufacturing. Candidates will also be considered which are seeking a career in robotics for use in the medical field. Must have completed a minimum of 30 college credit hours. Minimum GPA of 3.5 is required. Focus: Engineering/Technology; Trade/Technical Specialties; Mechanical Engineering; Electrical Engineering/Electronics Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $1000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 1 scholarship(s), totalling $1,000. To Apply: Required: transcript; essay; reference(s); resume. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Wichita Chapter 52 Scholarship

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: Award for an individual seeking an associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or graduate degree in manufacturing, mechanical or industrial engineering, engineering technology, or industrial technology at an accredited public or private college or university in Kansas. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Preference given to applicants who are a relative of a current SME Wichita Chapter No. 52 member or a Kansas resident. Focus: Engineering/Technology; Trade/Technical Specialties; Mechanical Engineering; Industrial Design.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $1000. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

Albert E. Wischmeyer Memorial Scholarship Award

(Four Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: One-time award supports two scholarships of at least $1900 each. Applicants must be residents of Western New York State (West of Interstate 81), graduating high school seniors or current undergraduate students enrolled in an accredited degree program in manufacturing engineering, manufacturing engineering technology or mechanical technology. Applicants must plan to attend a college or university in New York State and have an overall minimum GPA of 3.0. Focus: Engineering/Technology Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $1900. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); resume. Deadline: 2/1. Contact: Cindy Monzon, Program Coordinator, 313-271-1500 ext. 1707, monzcyn@sme.org.

One SME Dr.
PO Box 930
Dearborn, MI 48121-0930
Ph: (313)271-1500
Fax: (313)240-6095
E-mail: monzcyn@sme.org
URL: http://www.sme.org/foundation

Program Scholarship:

American Legion Auxiliary Department of Colorado Department President’s Scholarship for Junior Members
American Legion Auxiliary Department of Colorado Past President Parley Nurses Scholarship

American Legion Auxiliary Department of Colorado Department President’s Scholarship for Junior Members

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: One-time award for members of the American Legion Junior Auxiliary who are residents of Colorado. Contact for more information.

Qualif.: Applicant must be: female, full-time student. High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $500. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 1 scholarship(s), totalling $500. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; test scores; essay; reference(s). Contact: Jean Lennie, Department Secretary/Treasurer, 303-367-5388.

American Legion Auxiliary Department of Colorado Past President Parley Nurses Scholarship

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: Nonrenewable scholarship for veterans or their dependents to pursue nursing degree at an accredited institution. Service must have been during time of eligibility for American Legion membership. Must be U.S. citizen and a Colorado resident. Focus: Nursing Qualif.: Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum no. of awards: 3. Minimum award amount: $500. Maximum award amount: $1000. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 1 scholarship(s), totalling $750. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; test scores; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); photograph. Deadline: 4/15. Contact: Jean Lennie, Department Secretary/Treasurer, 303-367-5388.

7465 East First Ave., Ste. D
Denver, CO 80230
Ph: (303)367-5388