Birmingham Member Chapter Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST)

Purpose The AIST Birmingham Member Chapter Scholarships exist to recognize and support local high school seniors and currently enrolled undergraduate students who are preparing for careers in engineering. The scholarship provides financial assistance to students attending any accredited college or university full time. Award Details - One one-year scholarship of $2,000 will be offered annually. - The award may be renewed for up to three additional years (maximum total of four years) subject to review of the recipient’s academic record. - The Scholarship Award Committee will select the recipient from students in the AIST Birmingham Chapter service area using criteria it establishes. - If no qualified engineering applicants apply, the committee may award the scholarship to an eligible student pursuing another major related to iron or steel production. Who May Apply At the time of application, applicants must meet one of the following: - Be a current AIST member; or - Be the child (natural, step, adopted, ward) or spouse of a member in good standing of the AIST Birmingham Member Chapter; or - Be an AIST Student Member through the Material Advantage Student Program. In addition, applicants must have been accepted into (or be enrolled in) a full-time engineering program at an accredited college or university and demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in the iron and steel industry. Awards are granted without regard to financial need. Selection Process Applications are evaluated by the Scholarship Award Committee, which makes the final selection. Required Application Materials All items must be uploaded as unprotected PDF files. 1. Current resume listing work history, extracurricular activities, and any leadership roles. 2. An essay (choose one topic, 500 words or fewer): a. Describe a notable accomplishment you achieved as a student. b. Explain your interest and/or involvement in the iron and steel industry. c. Explain why you should be selected to receive this scholarship. 3. Official or unofficial copy of current high school or college transcripts. 4. Three letters of recommendation. Conditions and Rules 1. Scholarship funds must be used at an accredited college or university. 2. The recipient must begin or continue the qualifying program in the fall semester of the year the scholarship is awarded. 3. The AIST Foundation will send the scholarship as a single lump-sum payment to the recipient’s institution for deposit into the student’s account. 4. Any delay, interruption, or change in admission or study plans must be reported immediately to the Scholarship Chair and Chapter Secretary of the AIST Birmingham Member Chapter; failure to do so may result in forfeiture of the award. 5. Recipients may submit semester grades for annual review; renewal for subsequent years is contingent on satisfactory academic performance. How to Apply Submit the completed application and all required attachments by April 30. Direct any questions about the scholarship or the application process to Ken Orndoff at ko@lincolnmfg.net.