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Amtrak Academic Scholarship

Amtrak Academic Scholarship

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students & Graduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$5,000

Application Deadline:

31/01/2024
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About This Scholarship

The Amtrak Academic Scholarship is a scholarship program offered by Amtrak, a national passenger railroad service in the United States, to support the educational pursuits of dependent children of Amtrak employees. The scholarship program is intended to recognize academic excellence and support the future educational goals of students.

The Amtrak Academic Scholarship is highly competitive, and only a limited number of scholarships are awarded each year. However, for eligible applicants, this scholarship program can provide a valuable opportunity to receive financial support and recognition for their academic achievements.

In addition to the financial award, scholarship recipients will have the opportunity to participate in an Amtrak internship or co-op program, and will be invited to attend various Amtrak events and programs.

Eligibility Criteria For Amtrak Academic Scholarship

The Amtrak Academic Scholarship is designed to support undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in fields related to the railroad industry. The eligibility criteria for this scholarship program are as follows:

  • Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
  • They must be enrolled or accepted as a full-time student at an accredited college or university in the U.S and should be pursuing a degree in transportation, engineering, or a related field.
  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) and they must submit an official transcript, a resume, a personal statement, and two letters of recommendation.

The Amtrak Academic Scholarship awards up to $10,000 per year to eligible students. Scholarship recipients are selected based on their academic achievements, leadership, community involvement, and commitment to their field of study.

The application period for the Amtrak Academic Scholarship typically opens in the fall and closes in January. This scholarship program is a valuable opportunity for students pursuing degrees in transportation, engineering, or related fields to achieve their academic and career goals in the railroad industry.

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