SAE Detroit Section $5,000 Technical Scholarship
Established in 2001, this scholarship is sponsored by the < ahref="http://www.sae-detroit.org/">SAE Detroit Section to encourage children and grandchildren of current Detroit Section members to pursue careers in engineering or science. The Section anticipates a need for more student candidates in these fields as a shortage of qualified graduates is expected.
Student Eligibility Requirements:
- U.S. citizenship (not permanent resident).
- Child or grandchild of a current SAE Detroit Section member.
- 3.0 or better grade point average on a 4.0 scale (required).
- Demonstrated financial need.
- Enroll in a two- or four-year engineering or science program at an ABET accredited college or university.
Terms of Scholarship:
- Two scholarships will be awarded each year for $5,000 per year.
- Scholarship may be renewed at $5,000 a year for three additional years (total award $20,000).
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:
- An official copy of your high school transcript with SAT/ACT scores.
- FAFSA forms.
- At least one testimonial letter (">sample testimonial).
- All information must be submitted by January 15.
Selection and Announcement of Recipients:
- Recipient will be selected by the SAE Detroit Section Scholarship Committee, in cooperation with the SAE Foundation, 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.
Scholarship Renewal:
- May be renewed for $5,000 per year for up to three additional years.
- Must maintain a 2.5 grade point average.
- Remain in good standing at the college or university.
- A student who completed a two-year program may continue for an additional consecutive two years at a second school offering a complete engineering or science.
- Complete the Detroit Section Scholarship renewal form.
Questions can be directed to:
SAE Scholarships and Loans Program
400 Commonwealth Drive
Warrendale, PA 15096 USA
scholarships@sae.org
