Civil Engineering Scholarships

he 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. Scholarships have ranged from $5,000 to $10,000 in recent years. Successful recipients must be U.S. citizens and enrolled full-time at the senior level during the following year's academic term in an accredited civil engineering program, or in a related field as determined by ASDSO, and must demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in hydraulics, hydrology or geotechnical disciplines, or in another discipline related to the design, construction and operation of dams. Minimum Criteria Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 for the first three years of college and be recommended by their academic advisor. Basis for Award The basis for selection will generally follow these guidelines: Academic Scholarship Financial Need Work Experience/Activities Essay Announcement of successful candidates will be made in July of each year.

The NAHB Professional Women in Building Strategies for Success Scholarship Fund encourages students to further their education in housing industry related programs. It was initiated in 2001 by NAHB Professional Women in Building Past National President Deborah Ferland and Austin Ferland and is supported through the generosity of Professional Women in Building members, individuals, and corporations.Up to $2,000 can be awarded to a full time student pursuing education in a building-related course of study, such as construction management, construction technology, civil engineering, architecture, design, or any of the trade specialties at the college or university they attend. The scholarship award may be used to pay tuition, fees, and/or books.

Mr. & Mrs. George Kurty created this scholarship in honor of Mr. Kurty’s parents.Criteria:? Be a junior, senior, or graduate student in the fall enrolled at Ball State University, Purdue University, University of Evansville, Tri-State University, or Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology? Be pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or any of their sub-disciplines? Demonstrate a GPA of 2.5 or higher? Demonstrate financial need through completion of the FAFSA

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Purpose * The purpose of the award is to encourage those who have an exceptional interest in pursuing scientific research or education in geospatial science or technology or land information systems/records to enter a professional field where they can use the knowledge of this discipline to excel in their profession.Eligibility * The Scholarship is made to an under-graduate student currently enrolled or intending to enroll in a college or university in the United States for the purpose of pursuing a program of study that prepares him/her to enter a profession in which education in geospatial science or land information disciplines will advance the value of those disciplines within that profession.Award * The award consists of a certificate and a check in the amount of $1,000 and a one year student membership (new or renewal) in the Society. * Funds from the ILI have been donated to the ASPRS Foundation to support the John O. Behrens ILI memorial Scholarship in recognition of Mr. Behrens' outstanding contributions over the many years of his distinguished careerApplicationA student or prospective student who wishes to be considered for the award must submit an application form and the following items: * A listing of courses taken in land information, data management and geospatial information and technology and the academic grades received. * A transcript of all college or university level courses completed and grades received to demonstrate scholastic ability. If the applicant is a prospective enrollee in a college or university program, prior high school and post high school transcripts are required. * Two letters of recommendation from faculty members or professionals having knowledge of the applicant’s capabilities (demonstrated or potential) as a professional in a field that uses land information. * Papers, research reports, or other items produced by the applicant that may support the capabilities in this field. * A statement of work experience that may include internships, other forms of work experience, or special projects that demonstrates excellence in geospatial science, technology, land information systems/records research, and/or in communications and collaboration. The statement should include the nature, location and date(s) of the experience. * A statement, not to exceed 2 pages, detailing the applicant’s plans for continuing studies towards becoming a professional in a field that uses land and/or geospatial information as a key part of its performance.Award Selection * The Committee evaluates each application, applying equal weight to each of the items listed above. The applicant who, in the opinion of the majority of the Committee, has the highest overall ranking is designated as the winner.

Background: Established by the North Texas Tollway Authority and a group of North Texas businesses to provide scholarships to disadvantaged students in civil engineering programs at universities in Texas. Any recipient of the Thompson Scholarship will be given an opportunity for a paid internship in the Dallas area with one of the scholarship’s sponsors during the summer between the student’s junior and senior years. Work offered during the internship will be relevant to the student’s course of study. Amount: Up to $2,000 per semester, beginning in the winner’s junior year. Maximum award is $8,000 over four semesters. Funds may be used for: Tuition, fees, and books. Geographic limitations: None, although special consideration may be given to applicants residing in counties in the service area of the North Texas Tollway Authority: Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Tarrant Counties, Texas. Eligibility: At the time of the original application, the student must be a sophomore enrolled full-time pursuing a B. S. in civil engineering or construction engineering at a public or private college or university in Texas, and must be able to demonstrate financial need Renewals: Scholarship may be renewed for three additional semesters after initial award if the student remains a full-time student, maintains a 2.5 GPA while enrolled under the scholarship, and submits a grade report within 45 days after the end of each semester.

Description:Scholarships are provided by the CMAA Northern California Chapter. Eligibility:Applicant must attend a college or university located in California and have a zip code greater than 93999. Must be pursuing a degree in Construction Management or pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Construction Management. Applicant must have a GPA of at least a 2.7.

Description:Established to provide financial assistance to undergraduate and master’s degree students who demonstrate excellence in the art, science, and technology of mapping. Eligibility:This program is open to undergraduate students and master’s candidates in cartography. Applicants must submit a statement of how the award would help them with their educational plans, an example and a brief description of a recent map or mapping project that they have completed, and copies of transcripts.

In memory of George Edward Watters. Awards $5,000 to a civil engineering student.

In memory of Francix X. Crowley, who made a large contribution to NEWWA. Awards $3,000 to a civil or environmental engineering, or business management student.

Using funds from a bequest Elson T. Killam left to NEWWA in 1989, this scholarship awards $1,500 to a civil or environmental engineering student.

In memory of Joseph A. Murphy, this scholarship awards $1,500 to a civil or environmental engineering, or a business or related science-program student.