The SME Education Foundation offers 60+ scholarships and awards nearly $1 million each year. By submitting one application, you will be considered for every scholarship for which you are eligible. Awards range from $2,500 – $20,000.
The Foundation provides merit and need-based scholarships, issues renewing and one-time awards, and seeks applications from all eligible students, including but not limited to young women and underrepresented communities.
Scholarship applications are accepted annually from November 1 – February 1. Applying for an SME Education Foundation scholarship is straightforward and easy.
Below are details on application requirements and information on how to register an account.
Register and Create Your Scholarship Account
To apply for our scholarship program, you must first create an account. Click here to register.
By registering for an account, you’ll be able to apply for a scholarship as soon as the application process opens on November 1. Your registration will also prompt automatic reminder emails that notify you when you can apply between November 1 and February 1 each year.
Be prepared. Register an account today to make sure you don’t miss out.
Basic Criteria for Scholarship Consideration
- Graduating high school senior or current college student (associates or bachelor’s)
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
- Pursuing an associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree in technical fields that directly support manufacturing.
- Attending accredited college or university in the United States or Canada
- Permanent resident or citizen of the United States, Canada, or possess a student visa
- Full-time or part-time student
As part of the application process. students must prepare the following:
