61 Nomination-Required Scholarships (August 2025)

The purpose of the Canadian Section Student Award is to support a student at a Canadian university who is pursuing an advanced degree related to electrochemical science and technology and/or solid state science and technology. Applicants must be nominated in writing by a university faculty member of a Canadian university. Nominations must then be supported by letters of recommendation from personnel at the university, in industry or in government. The nomination should have a student curriculum vitae, a letter of recommendation from the nominating professor and a brief outline of the research project written by the student.

The purpose of the American Legion Baseball Scholarship is to award scholarships to members of American Legion-affiliated baseball teams. Applicants must have graduated high school and be nominated by a head coach or team manager. One player per department (state) will be selected. Nominations should be sent to the local Department Headquarters. Scholarships may be used to further education at any accredited college, university or other institution of higher education.

The purpose of the Gentlemen Showcase is to recognize and honor young gentlemen across the country. Individuals nominated must be at least 18 years of age and not more than 40 years of age. Nominees must be enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs and provide a student email address.

The purpose of the Zeb Gardner Memorial Scholarship is to assist students in the Peoria Public Schools. Applicants must be female graduating students from Richwoods High School who are members of Richwoods golf team. Students must be nominated by their golf coach.

The purpose of the ASME Auxiliary Lucy and Charles W. E. Clarke Scholarship is to help FIRST Robotics team members who are interested in pursuing a career in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology. Applicants must be high school seniors who are FIRST Robotics team members. They must be nominated for the award by an ASME member, an ASME Auxiliary member or a student ASME member who is also involved with FIRST. Students must plan to enroll in an ABET-accredited or similarly accredited mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology degree program. They must be able to begin undergraduate studies no later than the fall following graduation from high school. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.

The purpose of the Jones-Laurence Award for Scholastic Achievement is to improve scholarship among active Sigma Alpha Epsilon members. Applicants must be brothers of Sigma Alpha Epsilon in good standing and either must have junior standing or higher or must be pursuing full-time graduate study. This award is merit-based, with an emphasis on combining academic excellence, leadership, service and campus involvement. Applicants are nominated by their chapters and have a minimum 3.8 GPA.

The purpose of the Predoctoral Fellowship Program is to support advanced graduate research in the history, theory and criticism of art, architecture and urbanism. Applicants for predoctoral fellowships must be nominated by the chair of the graduate department of art history or other appropriate departments. Applicants must have completed all departmental requirements, including course work, residency and general and preliminary examinations. Certification in two languages other than English is required. Applicants should submit nomination forms, supporting letters from two individuals and writing samples. There are various fellowships. The David E. Finley Fellowship requires applicants have a significant interest in curatorial work. The Paul Mellon Fellowship is for the completion of a doctoral dissertation in Western art. The Samuel H. Kress Fellowship is for the completion of a doctoral dissertation in European art on a topic before the early nineteenth century. The Wyeth Fellowship is for the completion of a doctoral dissertation that concerns aspects of art of the United States, including native and pre-Revolutionary America. The Ittleson Fellowship is for the completion of a doctoral dissertation in the visual arts in a field other than Western art. The Andrew W. Mellon Fellowship is for the completion of a doctoral dissertation in cross-cultural studies or in a field other than Western art through the twentieth century. The Robert H. and Clarice Smith Fellowship is for research on Northern European art between 1400 and 1700, intended for the advancement or completion of either a doctoral dissertation or a resulting publication. The Chester Dale Fellowships are for the advancement or completion of a doctoral dissertation in any area of Western art, with a preference for modern and contemporary topics. The Center offers a Paul Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship for recipients of the David E. Finley, Paul Mellon, Samuel H. Kress, Wyeth, Ittleson, Andrew W. Mellon and two-year Chester Dale fellowships if the dissertation has been accepted by June 1 of the residence year. Several candidates for each fellowship will be invited to Washington for interviews.

The purpose of the Lisa Zaken Award For Excellence is to reward excellence in scholarly activities and leadership related to the industrial engineering profession on campus. Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students with at least one year remaining, have a 3.0 or higher GPA, major in industrial engineering and be active members who have been leaders in IIE. Students may not apply directly for this scholarship and must be nominated. The award is based on academic ability and leadership related to industrial engineering.

The purpose of the Undergraduate Award for Excellence in Chemistry is to reward female undergraduate students for excellence in the field of chemistry study. Applicants must be female senior chemistry students at an accredited four-year college or university and be nominated by a member of the faculty.

The purpose of the Bob Stevens Memorial Scholarship is to support high school journalism students. Applicants must be graduating New Jersey high school seniors who are nominated by a GSSPA member, have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and have participated in high school journalism for at least two years.

The purpose of the United Parcel Service Scholarship for Female Students is to help female undergraduate engineering students. Applicants must be full-time female students at an institution in the United States, Canada or Mexico with an accredited industrial engineering program, majoring in industrial engineering or its equivalent and active members. Students may not apply directly for this scholarship and must be nominated. The award is based on academic ability, character, leadership, potential service to the industrial engineering profession and financial need. Applicants must have a minimum 3.4 GPA.

The purpose of the Davidson Fellows Scholarships is to reward young people for their works in mathematics, science, technology, music, literature, philosophy or "outside the box." Applicants must be 18 or younger and be able to attend the awards reception in Washington, DC. In addition to the monetary award, the institute will pay for travel and lodging expenses. Three nominator forms, three copies of a 15-minute DVD and additional materials are required.

The purpose of the Mr. and Mrs. Sidney A. Sparks Collegian of the Year is to honor the most outstanding collegian member of Delta Sigma Pi who exemplifies the ideals of the organization. Nominees must be members in good standing and be nominated by their chapter. Demonstrated fraternity involvement, demonstrated college/university and/or community involvement, demonstrated pursuit of professional development and scholastic average will all be considered along with other desirable characteristics like moral character and professional attitude.

The purpose of the Jamie Epstein Memorial Scholarship is to assist students in the Peoria Public Schools. Applicants must be graduating seniors from Richwoods High School. Students must be nominated by their teachers.

The purpose of the Carson Scholars is to recognize students who demonstrate academic excellence and commitment to the community. Applicants must be nominated by their school. They must be in grades 4 through 11 and have a GPA of 3.75 or higher in English, reading, language arts, math, science, social studies and foreign language. They must have participated in some form of voluntary community service beyond what is required by their school. Scholarship recipients must attend a four-year college or university upon graduation to receive funds.

The purpose of the Robert B. Oliver ASNT Scholarship is to support students in nondestructive testing. Applicants must be undergraduate students enrolled in an engineering program and specialize in nondestructive testing (NDT). A nominating letter, transcript and an essay describing the role of NDT/NDE in their career are required. The award is based on creativity, content, format and readability and the student's involvement in a research project.

The purpose of the Donald F. and Mildred Topp Othmer Scholarships is to support AIChE student members. Applicants must be members of an AIChE Student Chapter or Chemical Engineering Club. Applicants must be nominated by their student chapter advisors. Awards are presented on the basis of academic achievement and involvement in student chapter activities.

The purpose of the Corrosion Division Morris Cohen Graduate Student Award is to recognize graduate research in corrosion science and/or engineering. Applicants must be graduate students who have completed all the requirements for their degrees within two years prior to the nomination deadline. Nomination may be made by the applicant's research supervisor or someone familiar with the applicant's research work. A summary of the applicant's master's or Ph.D. research work, reports, memberships and involvement with scientific societies, awards, an academic record and reprints of publications are required.

The purpose of the Betsy Plank/PRSSA Scholarship is to assist public relations students. Applicants must be PRSSA members enrolled in an undergraduate public relations program and be college juniors or seniors. Eligible students may be nominated from each PRSSA chapter. Selection is based on academic achievement, leadership, experience and commitment to public relations. Applicants need to include a 300-word statement of commitment to public relations.

The purpose of the Genevieve Kroepel Cahail Award is to assist students in the Peoria Public Schools. Applicants must be graduating seniors from Manual High School who plan to study physics or other related science field in an accredited college or university. Students must be nominated by a Manual teacher.

The purpose of the National Beta Club Scholarship is to award outstanding Beta Club members. Applicants must be active National Beta Club members who are registered with the national headquarters by June 30 of the application year, high school seniors and nominated by their chapters. Awards are based on factors including academic excellence, leadership, character and school and community service.

The purpose of the Gilbreth Memorial Fellowship is to support graduate student Institute members. Applicants must be graduate students at an institution in the United States, Canada or Mexico, majoring in industrial engineering or its equivalent and active members. Students may not apply directly for this scholarship and must be nominated. The award is based on academic ability, character, leadership, potential service to the industrial engineering profession and financial need.

The purpose of the Shred Nations Scholarship Program is to support students pursuing a higher education for students interested in business and environmental responsibility. Applicants must be interested in making future contributions to their community in business, environmental studies or the shredding and recycling industry. Students must be pursuing a degree at an accredited college, university or trade school and either currently be an enrolled college student or be a graduating senior in high school. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA, receive a nomination from an NAID member company employee or owner and must not be employees or immediate/extended family members of employees of Shred Nations. Students seeking a career in the secure destruction industry will receive priority. Applicants must write an essay as part of their application.

The purpose of the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest is to encourage students to research and write about politics and John F. Kennedy. Applicants must be in grades 9 through 12 in public or private schools or be home-schooled and write an essay about the political courage of a U.S. elected official who served during or after 1917. Essays must have source citations. Applicants must register online before sending essays and have a nominating teacher review the essay. The winner and teacher will be invited to the Kennedy Library to accept the award, and the winner's teacher will receive a grant. Essays are judged on content (55 percent) and presentation (45 percent).

The purpose of the ACI Scholarship is to support students who are interested in studying concrete. Applicants must be nominated by a faculty member who is also a member of ACI in order to receive an application. Students must be full-time undergraduate or graduate students during the award year who plan to study in the U.S. or Canada. Applicants must be proficient in the English language. Students should submit applications via email.