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 letter of recommendation from an adult, non family member (teacher, coach, pastor, etc.)
• 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