ASM Undergraduate Scholarships

Undergraduate Scholarships

George A. Roberts Scholarships: Up to seven scholarships of $6,000 (each). Established in 1995 through a generous contribution by Dr. George A. Roberts, past president of ASM and retired CEO of Teledyne, as an expression of his commitment to education and the materials science and engineering community.

Lucille & Charles A. Wert Scholarship: One year full tuition of up to $10,000. Established in 2006 through a generous bequest by Dr. & Mrs. Charles Wert.

William Park Woodside Founder’s Scholarship: One year full tuition of up to $10,000. Established in 1996 by Mrs. Sue Woodside Shulec in honor of her grandfather, William Park Woodside, a man whose vision and leadership evolved into the founding of ASM International.

Acta Materialia Scholarships: Two scholarships of $5,000 (each). Established in 2017 through a generous contribution by Acta Materialia through its Board of Governors, as an expression of the Corporation’s commitment to education and the materials science and engineering community.

Ladish Co. Foundation Scholarships: Two scholarships of $2,500 (each). (Student must be a Wisconsin resident and must attend a Wisconsin university to qualify.)

ASM Outstanding Scholars Awards: Three scholarships of $2,000 (each) to recognize distinguished scholars. (Merit based).

Edward J. Dulis Scholarship: One award of $1,500. Established in 2003 by the family of Edward J. Dulis, who was a fellow of ASM International.

John M. Haniak Scholarship: One award of $1,500. Established in 2003 by the family of John Myron Haniak, who was a life-long dedicated member of ASM International. (Student must be a Pennsylvania resident and / or must attend a Pennsylvania university to qualify.)

David J. Chellman Scholarship: One award of $2,500. Established in 2014 by Mrs. Arline Denny in honor of her husband David James Chellman, who was a long-standing Senior Technical Fellow with Lockheed Martin Corporation, a life member of ASM International, and who enthusiastically served on the AeroMat Conference Organizing Committee for more than 25 years. This scholarship is an expression of his commitment to education and the materials science and engineering community, and is awarded based on academic merit and financial need.

Application Deadline: February 28

WHO MAKES THE DECISIONS?

The Undergraduate Scholarship Program is administered by the ASM

Action in Education Committee. The following rules govern application for and granting of all scholarships.

AM I ELIGIBLE?

To be eligible for all awards you must meet ALL of the following general eligibility requirements:

• Must be a member of ASM International or Material Advantage student member.
• Must have an intended or declared major in metallurgy or materials science engineering. Applicants majoring in related science or engineering disciplines will be considered if they demonstrate a strong academic emphasis and interest in materials science.
• Must have completed at least 1 year of college.
• The university must have an accredited science and engineering program leading to a bachelor’s degree.

HOW DO I APPLY?

In order to be considered, you must complete the online application and send all supporting papers by 28 February:

1. Complete the online application.
2. Submit / email supporting papers to: ScholarshipsUG@asminternational.org.

• Transcript
• Resume
• Photograph
• Two letters of recommendation – at least one from a professor or employer in the field

HOW ARE DECISIONS MADE?

ASM Undergraduate scholarships are intended to encourage and support capable students with interest and potential in the field of metallurgy/materials engineering and related careers. Information is drawn from your application, transcript, personal statement and recommendations. The Selection Committee considers a variety of factors including:

Academic Achievement: Grades, Courses selected, Interdisciplinary skills / interests 

Interest in the Field: Knowledge of metallurgy/materials engineering field, Demonstrated interest through activities/jobs, Potential for related

Personal Qualities: Motivation, Social Values, Maturity, Goals

ALL scholarships, except the ASM Outstanding Scholar Awards are only awarded to students studying in North America who demonstrate financial need in addition to academic merit.

ASM Outstanding Scholar awards are open to international students. These are merit awards and financial need is not considered.

WHAT ELSE SHOULD I KNOW?

1. Each award is for one year; students must re-apply for consideration the following year. No applicant may receive more than two consecutive scholarship awards.
2. Any number of students from an institution may apply.
3. Colleges and universities are urged not to reduce other support to students who receive ASM Scholarships.
4. Applicants will be considered for all awards for which they qualify.
5. All application materials should be submitted together by the applicant.
6. The application and materials must be received by 28 February.
7. All applicants will be contacted following the committee review. Award winners will be notified.