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School of Engineering Scholarships & Awards
Department	Description	Application Details
School of Engineering	The School of Engineering awards several scholarships each year using a single application process.	Apply at siue.academicworks.com To apply for all the scholarships administered by the School of Engineering, please search for "School of Engineering General Scholarship" and complete this application. Questions should be directed to engineering@siue.edu.

Industry Scholarships
Awarding Organization	Description	Application Details
Air and Waste Management Association - Greater St. Louis Section	Andy Polcyn Memorial Scholarship Mr. Polcyn was a long-time member of the organization, and upon his passing several years ago, a $1,000 scholarship was created to honor his memory while helping students studying in the environmental arena.	More Information: Air and Waste Management Association - Greater St. Louis Section
American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC)	AISC Education Foundation Undergraduate or Graduate Scholarship: $5000 AISC/Associate Steel Erectors of Chicago Undergraduate or Graduate Scholarship: $3000	More Information: AISC Scholarships
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)	ASCE offers several undergraduate and graduate scholarship opportunities.	More Information: http://www.asce.org/Scholarships/
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) St. Louis Section	Annual section scholarships.	More Information: https://sections.asce.org/st-louis/scholarships
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) St. Louis Section, Geo-Institute Chapter	Geo-Institute Chapter, American Society of Civil Engineers St. Louis Section Shamsher Prakash Geotechnical Scholarship	More Information: Prakesh Award Info (pdf)
American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)	In the HVAC&R industry, economizers are used to reduce heating and cooling costs. The ASHRAE Scholarship Program also serves as an economizer, helping reduce the financial burdens of obtaining your engineering education. Without the future leaders of the HVAC&R industry, we at ASHRAE wouldn't be able to do what we do. So, through the Society's scholarship program, we're here to help you do what you do - learn.	More Information: ASHRAE Scholarship Information Page
Association of State Dam Safety Officials (ASDSO)	The ASDSO Scholarship Program, established in 1992, awards annual undergraduate scholarships to U.S. citizens enrolled in accredited programs in engineering or related fields and planning careers related to the design, construction, or operation of dams.	Scholarship Page and Application
Hispanic Scholarship Fund	The Hispanic Scholarship Fund believes that the country prospers when all Americans have access to the opportunities a college education can afford. As the nation's leading Hispanic higher education fund, HSF works to address the barriers that keep many Latinos from earning a college degree.	More Information: HSF Scholarships Information
Illinois Association of Aggregate Producers (IAAP)	The Illinois Association of Aggregate Producers (IAAP) Education Foundation Scholarship This scholarship supports students learning and training to be the next generation of professionals in the industry. Applicant must be majoring, or intends to major, in a curriculum which will be compatible with a career in the aggregates industry such as (but not limited to):  Civil Engineering  Engineering Science  Environmental Engineering  Environmental Science  Geology  Geological Engineering  Mineral Science  Mining Engineering	More Information: https://www.iaap-aggregates.org/education-foundation-scholarship.html
Illinois Asphalt Paving Association	The Illinois Asphalt Pavement Association's scholarship program was started in 1984. To date, the program has awarded over 200 scholarships worth more than $500,000. The purpose of the program is to: Promote knowledge of hot-mix asphalt (HMA) and HMA pavements; Enhance IAPA's relationship with Engineering and Construction schools throughout the state of Illinois; and Provide educational assistance to qualified students. Students enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate engineering or construction management program at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, University of Illinois - Chicago, Bradley University, Lake Land College, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, or Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville are eligible for the program. Applications are coordinated through each respective university. Students selected for award are required to complete a minor research report related to asphalt pavements and are invited to attend IAPA's Annual Conference.	https://www.siue.edu/engineering/civil-engineering/forms/IAPA_AWARD.pdf
Illinois Society of Professional Engineers (ISPE)	The Illinois Society of Professional Engineers Foundation each year offers scholarships to qualified prospective engineers to assist with their education funding needs.	More Information: ISPE Scholarship Application and Eligibility
Illinois Society of Professional Engineers (ISPE) Salt Creek Chapter	The Salt Creek Chapter of the Illinois Society of Professional Engineers would like to award two scholarships to deserving engineering students during this academic year. The first is a one-time $2,000 scholarship in memory of Chapter member, Orville L. Meyer, P.E. to a Sophomore, Junior or Senior level student enrolled at an Illinois university in an accredited Civil Engineering program with an interest or concentration in Environmental Engineering. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0. Financial need is not a criterion for selection. The second is a one-time $1 ,000 scholarship to a Sophomore, Junior or Senior level student enrolled at an Illinois university in an accredited engineering program (any specialty). Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0. Again, financial need is not a criterion.	More Information: ISPE Salt Creek Chapter Scholarships
Illinois Space Grant Fellowships	The Illinois Space Grant Consortium (ISGC), part of NASA's National Space Grant Consortium and Fellowship Program, is awarding scholarships and fellowships to support outstanding undergraduate and graduate students pursuing aerospace, astrophysics, astronomy, cosmology, Earth system science and other interdisciplinary space-related science, engineering or mathematics fields	More Information: Undergraduate Scholarship Information and Application Graduate Fellowship Program Information and Application
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship	The purpose of the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) is to help ensure the vitality and diversity of the scientific and engineering workforce in the United States. The program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students who are pursuing research-based master's and doctoral degrees in fields within NSF's mission. The GRFP provides three years of support for the graduate education of individuals who have demonstrated their potential for significant achievements in science and engineering research. The ranks of NSF Fellows include numerous individuals who have made transformative breakthroughs in science and engineering research, many who have become leaders in their chosen careers, and some who have been honored as Nobel laureates.	More Information: How to Apply
Phi Kappa Phi - SIU Chapter 203	For additional information about Phi Kappa Phi, see their web site at http://www.phikappaphi.org.	More Information: Award Information
Simpson Strong-Tie® Structural Engineering & Construction Scholarship	The Simpson Strong-Tie® Structural Engineering & Construction Scholarship is available to master and doctorate degree students performing research on resilient construction materials or techniques, subject to the requirements listed below. Award of the scholarship is at the sole discretion of the StormStruck® Scholarship Committee and their decision is final.	More Information: Application Instructions
Society of American Military Engineers (SAME)	The mission of the St. Louis Post of SAME is to provide a forum for all individuals and corporations, both civilian and military, to strengthening their relationships, improve their capabilities, and volunteer their services, all this being for the benefit and readiness of the St. Louis area and for the security and strength of the nation. Sophomore, Junior, and Senior level college students (as of the fall semester of 2020) are invited to complete and submit the enclosed scholarship application form for consideration by the St. Louis Post SAME Education and Mentoring Committee. Our intended program includes awarding a $2,000 scholarship to a qualifying Senior, a $1,500 scholarship to a qualifying Junior, and a $1,000 scholarship to a qualifying Sophomore. The program may vary depending on the applications received.	More Information: Application Information
Society of Fire Protection Engineers, Greater St. Louis Chapter	The goal of this scholarship fund is to provide educational assistance to students who are seeking a degree in engineering and show interest in the fire protection field. It is also intended to promote the fire protection industry by encouraging students who are inclined to become Registered Professional Engineers and practice in the St. Louis area. BASIC CRITERIA: 1. Full time student with minimum 60 credit hours by 6-1-15 in an accredited engineering curriculum at BS or MS level.	More Information: Application Instructions
Women in Transportation Seminar	Each year the WTS Greater Chicago Chapter honors exceptional young women as they pursue careers in the transportation industry. Our chapter offers six local scholarships for women seeking both undergraduate and graduate degrees.	More Information: WTS Scholarships