MECA Scholarship

Established in 2007, the MECA Scholarship supports Minnesota students pursuing engineering or science degrees with an emphasis on erosion and sediment control or stormwater management. The scholarship amount has increased over time, and MECA now awards $2,500 to an individual preparing for a career that protects our soils and water.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a student intending to complete an engineering or science degree.
• Must demonstrate interest in a career involving stormwater management or erosion and sediment control.
• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Must be a Minnesota resident (your college may be located outside Minnesota).
• Open to both new college students and currently enrolled students.

INSTRUCTIONS

• Complete all required fields in the MECA Scholarship Application Form.
• Provide your scholarship essay text directly in the form (no uploads).
• Your essay should explain:
  • Why you feel you should be selected to receive the MECA Scholarship
  • Your educational, career, and personal goals
  • Any special interests or circumstances you want the committee to consider
  • Evidence of leadership and community service
  • Your interest in stormwater management or erosion and sediment control
• Essay guidelines:
  • Approximately one page in length
  • Written in 11‑point font equivalent
  • The essay must be your own work; use of AI will disqualify your application
  • Use your name and essay title at the top of the essay text box