BMW / SAE Engineering Scholarship

This annual scholarship is provided by BMW AG in recognition of its commitment to excellence in engineering. BMW is world famous for designing and building luxury, high-performance passenger cars and motorcycles. The company is also a leader in developing and manufacturing high technology, high performance internal combustion engines.

This scholarship is in support of the SAE Foundation to ensure an adequate supply of well-trained engineers for the future.

Student Eligibility Requirements:

• U.S. citizenship (not permanent resident).
• 3.75 or better grade point average on a 4.0 scale (required).
• Rank in the 90th percentile in both math and critical reading on SAT I or composite ACT scores.
• Pursue an engineering or related science degree through an ABET accredited program

Terms of Scholarship:

• One scholarship will be awarded each year for $1,500 per year.
• Scholarship may be renewed at $1,500 a year for three additional years (total award $6,000).

Application Deadline: January 15

How to Apply:

• Begin the application process online.
• If you are qualified, you will be prompted to continue the process and submit the following:
  • Official copy of your high school transcript
  • SAT/ACT scores
• All information must be submitted by January 15.

Selection and Announcement of Recipient:

• Recipient will be selected by the SAE Scholarship Committee and notified by the end of June.
• Applicants not selected will be notified by the end of July.

Payment of Scholarship Funds:

• This scholarship will be paid into your account at your selected university in July/August.
• It can be used for tuition or any other incidental school expenses.

Terms for Renewal of Scholarship: May be renewed for $1,500 per year for three additional years.

• Must maintain a 3.0 grade point average.
• Complete the BMW/SAE Engineering Scholarship renewal form.

Questions can be directed to:

SAE Scholarships and Loans Program
400 Commonwealth Drive
Warrendale, PA 15096 USA
scholarships@sae.org