College of Engineering Scholarships
The College of Engineering annually awards over $1.1 million in both merit-based and need-based scholarships to all engineering majors in all classes, made possible by our gracious donors. Their generous gifts provide nearly 250 students the opportunity to continue their studies in the field of engineering.
How the application process works:
- Engineering scholarships are separate from university scholarships. It is recommended that you also fill out the Office of Financial Aid's General Scholarship application.
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Both merit-based and need-based scholarships are available through the College of Engineering. Need-based scholarships have special requirements:
- Need is determined through the FAFSA, so to be eligible for a need-based scholarship a FAFSA needs to be on file at WSU.
- Some need-based scholarship applications will require a one-page essay for the student to explain their financial need situation.
- Fill out the appropriate form below by finding the description that best fits you.
- Questions on the application will be used to match the applicant with the guidelines of the available scholarships. Be as accurate and as thorough as possible when answering the questions.
- You will receive immediate confirmation after you click Submit.
- If awarded, you will be notified with further instructions.
High School Seniors
Wallace Invitational for Scholarships in Engineering (WISE)
This exciting competition is held each November for high school seniors interested in studying engineering at WSU. Scholarships are awarded based on GPA, ACT Math and ACT Composite scores, and results of the hands-on competition. Sign up at www.wichita.edu/wise. Deadline November 1.
High School Seniors
There are still scholarship opportunities for high school seniors who do not compete at WISE or who do not receive any awards from WISE. Fill out the undergraduate engineering scholarship application. Deadline February 1.
Kansas BEST
Students who have participated in Kansas BEST have the opportunity to apply for a 4-year renewable scholarship totaling $4,000. Two students will be selected from the qualified applications each year. Fill out the Kansas BEST scholarship application by right-clicking and downloading to your computer. You will need Adobe Reader to fill out the fillable PDF application. Be sure to save! If you have trouble using the Submit button, please e-mail this form as an attachment to engr.scholarships@wichita.edu. Deadline February 1.
Merlin & Cleda Marlow Scholarship
The Marlow's created a scholarship specifically for graduates of Wichita Heights High School who decide to major in Computer Engineering or Computer Science and who have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Fill out the undergraduate engineering scholarship application. Deadline February 1.
James & Catherine Buck Charitable Trust Current Scholarship in Aerospace Engineering
Aerospace Engineering majors who work outside the WSU campus more than 8 hours per week, have FAFSA demonstrated financial need and who have a GPA between 2.5 and 3.5 are encouraged to apply for this generous scholarship. Fill out the GPA Release Form and email the completed form back as an attachment to engr.scholarships@wichita.edu.
Project Lead The Way
The College of Engineering is proud to partner with Project Lead The Way (PLTW) to offer merit based scholarships for students who participate in PLTW courses. High school seniors attending a certified PLTW high school and who have completed a course within the PLTW curriculum are encouraged to apply for this scholarship. The scholarships are renewable awards of $500 per year, with a potential award amount of $2,000 over 4 years. Applicants must have a minimum 2.75 GPA in high school. Fill out the PLTW scholarship application. Deadline February 1.
Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
Each year the national Society of Women Engineers (SWE) awards more than 100 scholarships, from $1,000 to $5,000, to full-time students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in accredited engineering programs. You can find an application form and more information at the SWE website. The freshman application opens in March and is available until May.
Transfer Students
Transfer Student Scholarship
Transfer student scholarships are awarded through the Office of Financial Aid and are awarded to qualifying students on a funds available basis. Apply online at www.wichita.edu/scholarships.
Undergraduate Scholarships
Transfer students wanting to apply for engineering scholarships should fill out the undergraduate engineering scholarship application. Deadline February 1.
James & Catherine Buck Charitable Trust Current Scholarship in Aerospace Engineering
Aerospace Engineering majors who work outside the WSU campus more than 8 hours per week, have FAFSA demonstrated financial need and who have a GPA between 2.5 and 3.5 are encouraged to apply for this generous scholarship. Fill out the GPA Release Form and email the completed form back as an attachment to engr.scholarships@wichita.edu.
Current WSU Engineering Students
Undergraduate Scholarships
There are many engineering scholarship opportunities for undergraduates who show good academic progress toward their engineering degree. Fill out the undergraduate engineering scholarship application. Deadline February 1.
Engineering Study Abroad Scholarship
This is a non-renewable $1,500 award provided to two full-time undergraduate engineering students each year participating in the Engineer of 2020 study abroad activity. Read more and apply at the 2020 Study Abroad scholarship page.
Merlin & Cleda Marlow Scholarship
The Marlow's created a scholarship specifically for graduates of Wichita Heights High School who decide to major in Computer Engineering or Computer Science and who have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Fill out the undergraduate engineering scholarship application. Deadline February 1.
James & Catherine Buck Charitable Trust Current Scholarship in Aerospace Engineering
Aerospace Engineering majors who work outside the WSU campus more than 8 hours per week, have FAFSA demonstrated financial need and who have a GPA between 2.5 and 3.5 are encouraged to apply for this generous scholarship. Fill out the GPA Release Form and email the completed form back as an attachment to engr.scholarships@wichita.edu.
Wichita Manufacturers Association (WMA)
The WMA has established a scholarship program to support and advance the growth of manufacturing in Kansas. Under this program, qualified part-time and full-time students are eligible for scholarship awards. Application information is available online at www.wichitamanufacturers.org. Deadline February 1.
American Council of Engineering Companies of Kansas (ACEC)
The local Kansas member organization of ACEC is looking for engineering students entering their junior, senior, fifth, or master’s degree year, in the fall of 2013 to qualify for general scholarships. In addition, a student must be a U.S. citizen pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an ABET-accredited engineering program or in an accredited land-surveying program to qualify. Application information is available online at www.acec.org/getinvolved/scholarships.cfm. Submit applications to acecscholarships@gbateam.com by February 1.
Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
This scholarship program provides financial assistance to women admitted to accredited baccalaureate or graduate programs, in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology and computer science. You can find an application form and more information at the SWE website. The upperclass application opens in December and is available until February.
Graduate Fellowships
Graduate Fellowships
There are several graduate fellowships available to engineering majors. All require US citizenship. Fill out the graduate fellowship application. Deadline February 1.
Graduate Certificate in Engineering Education Scholarships
Two $1,500 scholarships are provided each year to students who want to teach engineering classes. Details on the certificate can be found on the Graduate School website. To apply, fill out the PDF application and send it as an attachment via email to larry.whitman@wichita.edu.
Maha "Maggie" Sawan Fellowship for Graduate Students
The Maha "Maggie" Sawan Fellowship for Graduate Students was established by Edwin Sawan, professor emeritus in electrical engineering and computer science at Wichita State University. It is established in memory of his wife, Maha "Maggie" Sawan, who died in 2010, and honors her lifelong dedication to education and service to family and community.
American Council of Engineering Companies of Kansas (ACEC)
The local Kansas member organization of ACEC is looking for engineering students entering their junior, senior, fifth, or master’s degree year, in the fall of 2013 to qualify for general scholarships. In addition, a student must be a U.S. citizen pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an ABET-accredited engineering program or in an accredited land-surveying program to qualify. Application information is available online at www.acec.org/getinvolved/scholarships.cfm. Submit applications to acecscholarships@gbateam.com by February 1.
International Students
Undergraduate Opportunties
The College of Engineering has several scholarships that are available to international undergraduate students. Fill out the undergraduate engineering scholarship application. Deadline February 1.
Graduate Opportunities
Unfortunately, the College of Engineering does not have any engineering fellowships for international students at this time. Please use the following resources to help you in your search:
- Office of Financial Aid
- Office of International Education
- Graduate School
- Student Government Association International Student Scholarship application
Maha "Maggie" Sawan Fellowship for Graduate Students
The Maha "Maggie" Sawan Fellowship for Graduate Students was established by Edwin Sawan, professor emeritus in electrical engineering and computer science at Wichita State University. It is established in memory of his wife, Maha "Maggie" Sawan, who died in 2010, and honors her lifelong dedication to education and service to family and community.
Additional Information about Engineering Scholarships
Guidelines
All scholarships and fellowships have specific criteria to identify and select recipients. Visit the WSU Foundation's Scholarship Policies and Guidelines College List to see the list all of the available engineering scholarships and their requirements.
Accepting a Scholarship
Please fill out this Acceptance Form to accept or decline a scholarship/fellowship offer. You will need Adobe Reader to fill out the fillable PDF application. An acceptance form must be received for each offer. If you have trouble using the Submit button, please e-mail this form as an attachment to engr.scholarships@wichita.edu.
Hometown News Release
Would you like to share the news of your scholarship with your hometown newspaper? Fill out the Hometown Release Form. You will need Adobe Reader to fill out the fillable PDF application. If you have trouble using the Submit button, please e-mail this form as an attachment to engr.scholarships@wichita.edu.
Volunteering
Engineering scholarship students are asked to volunteer at two (2) events each year: one CoE event and one in the Wichita community. There is no requirement for the amount of hours. GEEKS scholarship recipients are not required to volunteer, but are encouraged to volunteer. Sign up at www.wichita.edu/engrvolunteer.
Have questions? Don't hesitate to contact us!
Scholarship Coordinator
College of Engineering
Wichita State University
1845 Fairmount
Wichita, KS 67260-0044
(316) 978-6301