2010 High School Scholarship Application - download now (PDF)

Foreword
The Michigan Society of Professional Engineers (MSPE) encourages talented and committed high school seniors to pursue an engineering degree. The Society also offers financial support through grants and scholarships to students who earn their degrees at a Michigan college or university. The scholarships are provided by the generosity of individuals, leading companies and educational institutions.

All scholarships are based on merit and are to be used towards tuition only. Applicants must meet minimum criteria to qualify.

Eligibility & Requirements
Applicants must:

    * Be accepted at a Michigan ABET accredited college or university and enroll in an engineering program. Scholarship awards are contingent upon acceptance for admission and an intent to earn a degree in engineering and enter the practice of engineering after graduation.
    * Be a high school senior, a resident of Michigan, and a U.S. Citizen at the time of application.
    * Have at least a 3.0 grade point average (based on a 4.0 scale) for the 10th and 11th grades.
    * Attain a minimum composite test score of 26 on the American College Testing (ACT) Exam.
    * Submit a list of senior classes being taken.
    * Attach a documented high school transcript and ACT test score to be considered.
    * Submit only the current year MSPE application. Additional forms are available from MSPE. Photocopies are accepted.

Selection Process
Initial judging will be made on the basis of each candidate's high school record, participation in extracurricular activities, evidence of leadership, character and self- reliance, and the comments from teachers and administrators. Semifinalists will be contacted for an interview by a member of the Scholarship Selection Committee.

Criteria
The Scholarship Selection Committee will award points based on GPA, ACT score, Activities and Honors, Essay, and Supplemental Credits. Points will also be awarded for college-level courses.

Deadlines

* Completed applications must be submitted to applicant's local Chapter Chair by the third Monday in February. MSPE awards will be announced in late spring.

How to Apply

    * Obtain the application from your guidance counselor, your local MSPE Chapter or the MSPE Headquarters.
    * Submit the completed application to your MSPE Chapter Representative (see back page for appropriate chapter). Contact the MSPE Headquarters if you are unable to reach your Chapter Representative. Do not send applications to the MSPE Headquarters.

For More Information Contact

    PO Box 15276
    Lansing, MI 48901
    Phone (517) 487-9388
    Fax (517) 487-0635
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