SAE scholarships are typically open to high school seniors, undergraduate, and graduate students who are pursuing degrees in engineering, technology, or other fields related to the automotive industry. The eligibility criteria, application requirements, and award amounts may vary depending on the specific scholarship program. These scholarships often consider factors such as academic achievement, leadership potential, extracurricular activities, and a demonstrated interest in the automotive industry.
Some of the prominent SAE scholarship programs include:
- SAE Scholarship Program: This program provides various scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in engineering or related fields. Scholarships are available for both SAE student members and non-members.
- SAE/Ford Partnership for Advanced Studies Scholarship: This scholarship, offered in partnership with Ford Motor Company, supports students pursuing education and careers in engineering, with a focus on automotive-related fields.
- SAE Women-in-Engineering Scholarship: This scholarship aims to increase the representation of women in engineering and related fields, including automotive engineering.
- SAE/Jimmy Dinsmore Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship is specifically for students interested in automotive journalism and communications.