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The SME Education Foundation offers nearly 60 scholarships for students pursuing two-year, four-year or advanced degrees in STEM-based manufacturing or engineering programs.
The SME Education Foundation offers nearly 60 scholarships for students pursuing two-year, four-year or advanced degrees in STEM-based manufacturing or engineering programs.
SME Members – including their children and grandchildren – have exclusive access to apply for scholarships to support their pursuit of careers in manufacturing and engineering.
Community Colleges allow students to acquire the necessary skills and technical knowledge to directly enter the workforce upon graduation. The SME Education Foundation awards scholarships for students attending these 2-year schools.
High School students looking for scholarships for college can apply for over 30 scholarships from the SME Education Foundation. If you’re planning a career in manufacturing, then you’ve come to the right place! Let us help fund your education and allow you to focus on your studies.
Already in college or studying at a university? We have scholarships specifically for you. Let us help you on your path toward a career in manufacturing. We award our scholarships annually after our application closes on February 1. Students can re-apply annually on November 1 for a chance to renew their scholarship.
While Graduate Students typically rely on fellowship, the SME Education Foundation is proud to award scholarships for manufacturing students looking for an advanced degree. Students enrolled in advanced manufacturing education need to dedicate time to their studies: Our scholarships help them take on the financial burden while allowing students to focus on their education.