Engineering professional organization scholarships

Indiana Society of Professional Engineers

The Indiana Society of Professional Engineers (ISPE) recognizes that engineering education is the foundation upon which the engineering profession is constructed and also recognizes the need for encouragement and financial aid. This scholarship program was created to aid students who are residents of Indiana and who have proven a genuine interest in an engineering career.

Apply for the Indiana Society of Professional Engineers

External scholarship opportunities

Students are encouraged to pursue as many external (outside) scholarships as possible to assist with funding for educational expenses. External scholarships are an excellent source of funding opportunities available to students of all qualifications, abilities and interests. They are provided by private donors, foundations, professional, civic or service organization and many other sources outside of Purdue University/College of Engineering. The internet is one of the best ways to identify private scholarship opportunities for current and high school students. The Division of Financial Aid warns students to be wary of scholarship search firms that charge a fee. To assist with scholarship search, we have included some free resources: FinAid!, fastweb, scholarships.com, College Scholarships.org and UNIGO. 

The American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) of Indiana

The American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) of Indiana extends multiple scholarships each year to Hoosier college students pursing degrees in engineering ($28,500 to Hoosier students in 2025).

Students Create an Award Spring Account to Apply

Applicants will automatically be considered for the ACEC Research Institute Scholarship (national) and the ACEC Indiana Scholarship at the same time if Indiana residency is determined. Applicants have the option to apply for additional specialty scholarships, including the ACEC Indiana Diversity Scholarship, in their customized dashboard.

The application is open until March 13, 2026, for the 2026-27 academic year.

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JE Dunn’s National Diversity Scholarship

The National Diversity Scholarship is a $5,000 scholarship paid over the course of two years and includes up to two guaranteed internship opportunities. It is awarded to 11 students nationally each year. JE Dunn believes in the power of diversity and is committed to supporting the next generation of construction leaders. This scholarship aims to assist students from underrepresented backgrounds pursuing degrees in construction, engineering, and related fields.

APPLY for JE Dunn's National Diversity Scholarship

Material Handling Education Foundation, Inc. (MHEFI) Scholarship

The Material Handling Education Foundation, Inc. (MHEFI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization seeking to engage and attract students to the material handling, logistics and supply chain industry by providing financial support. Since 1976, our programs have supported over 1,500 students and educators seeking pathways to quality educational programs and fulfilling careers. Scholarship awards range from $1,500-$6,000 and must be used to cover tuition, fees and required books related to full-time enrollment.

Deadline to submit applications is Jan. 31, 2026.

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