Scholarships
You have the opportunity to apply for a multitude of scholarships thanks to our generous donors. Scholarships can be beneficial tools to your academic success. Consider applying for one this spring!
The ME Undergraduate Scholarship application for the 2025-2026 academic year is now closed. Thanks for applying!
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are ME scholarships? Do these funds need to be repaid?
ME scholarships are financial awards that do not need to be repaid. Thanks to support from our Alumni and Donors, ME is proud to offer an array of scholarships for our students.
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When does the ME scholarship application open?
Monday, February 3rd
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When does the ME scholarship application close?
Friday, March 14th
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Do I need to apply to specific ME scholarships?
No! The process is simple. You will need to complete one scholarship application, in full, to be considered for ME scholarships.
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What is the probability that I will receive a scholarship?
Student applicants change yearly, so it is not possible to predict. Your full scholarship application, GPA, career essay, and perseverance essay will collectively impact your scholarship application.
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When will I receive a decision about my ME scholarship application?
Students who receive ME scholarship funding will receive a decision by late June. The decision will be sent to your Purdue University email address.
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When will I receive the ME scholarship funds?
ME scholarships are awarded for the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters. Scholarship funds are disbursed by the Division of Financial Aid (DFA) before the start of the Fall and Spring semesters.
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What if I apply but do not receive a ME scholarship?
Please apply again in the future! Scholarship decisions are based on a holistic review that includes reviews of GPA, a career essay, and a perseverance essay.
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I am graduating in December. Am I still eligible to apply?
Yes! While most ME scholarships are disbursed between both the Fall and Spring semesters, if you are graduating in December, your funding may be disbursed fully in the Fall semester.
Please contact Brandon Boyd (bnboyd@purdue.edu), Director of Undergraduate Student Services with any questions.
Mechanical Engineering Emergency Scholarship Fund
The Mechanical Engineering Emergency Scholarship Fund exists to assist our students through unforeseen and unavoidable emergencies that may arise while a Purdue Mechanical Engineering student. These scholarships are designed to provide critical financial support for unexpected emergency situations that prevent a student from being able to meet their financial obligations to Purdue University.
It is important to note that the School of Mechanical Engineering can only award emergency scholarships when funds are available.
Only current Purdue Mechanical Engineering students on the West Lafayette or Indianapolis campus may apply for these emergency scholarships. Students should only apply for these scholarships once they have exhausted all other resources available (loans, external scholarships, additional student aid, assistance from friends or family, and other personal resources). The funding is not available for students seeking to reimburse expenses that have already been paid to the University. If a student is awarded a Mechanical Engineering Emergency Scholarship, they do not have to be repaid.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a current Purdue Mechanical Engineering or Motorsports Engineering student on the Indianapolis or West Lafayette campus
- Must be a student of good standing as defined by the School of Mechanical Engineering
- Applicant must have an immediate financial hardship due to an emergency, accident, or other unexpected life event.
- Applicant must have already exhausted all other resources such as loans, additional student aid, or other resources available to them.
- A complete application must be submitted to the School of Mechanical Engineering
Application Process
Students seeking a Mechanical Engineering Emergency Scholarship may apply and provide documentation through the application below. The Mechanical Engineering Emergency Scholarship Committee will review applications and determine the appropriate funding amount.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR AN EMERGENCY SCHOLARSHIP
If you have any questions regarding the application or the Emergency Scholarship Fund, please contact Brandon Boyd at bnboyd@purdue.edu