Scope
Up to two (2) awards annually
Timeline
Submissions open 8 September – 8 November
Eligibility:
- Female IEEE Student Member
- Full-time student who has completed two (2) years of undergraduate study in an engineering curriculum at an ABET-accredited university or college within the United States.
- Full-time student who is currently enrolled in an undergraduate engineering curriculum at an ABET-accredited university or college within the United States.
- Applicant may apply multiple times, but can only be awarded the scholarship one time.
Basis of Selection:
- Two essays: (1) 1,000 words on why the applicant wants to go into the engineering profession, and (2) 500 words on why the applicant should receive the scholarship.
- Evidence of at least a 3.7 grade point average on a 4.0 scale
- Two letters of recommendation: (1) from an academic reference, such as a professor or department chair, and (2) from a personal reference who knows the applicant well and can comment on her character.
- The candidate(s) shall be selected from the successful applicants meeting the eligibility requirements of this award.
Selection Committee
The scholarship recipient(s) will be recommended by the IEEE WIE Outreach Subcommittee and approved by the IEEE WIE Committee.
Scholarship Award
The scholarship award shall be a one-time check in the amount of US$2,500.
If you have any questions, please contact women@ieee.org.