The Verplank Foundation Scholarship is a program established by the Verplank Family to support undergraduate students who are pursuing degrees in engineering or related fields at select universities in the United States. The scholarship is open to current undergraduate students who are enrolled in select universities that have a partnership with the Verplank Foundation. These universities include Cornell University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Purdue University, University of Michigan, and University of Texas at Austin. Applicants must be studying in a field related to engineering, such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science.
The scholarship provides financial assistance to cover tuition, fees, books, and other related expenses. The amount of the scholarship varies depending on the university and the financial need of the student. The scholarship is renewable for up to four years as long as the recipient maintains a minimum GPA and continues to meet the other eligibility requirements.
The application process for the Verplank Foundation Scholarship varies depending on the university. Interested students should contact their university’s financial aid office or engineering department for more information on how to apply.