Scholarship Value $20,000

Number of Scholarships 60

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 to  February 1. Applying for an SME Education Foundation scholarship is straightforward and easy.

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