Structural Engineers Foundation 2020-2021 Academic Scholarship

The Structural Engineers Foundation (SEF) is currently accepting applications for the upcoming academic year for undergraduate and graduate students studying structural engineering.   Applicants will be evaluated on scholarship, leadership, and academic involvement.  Up to five scholarships will be awarded, each in the amount of $2,500.  One of the five scholarships, the Max Zar scholarship, will be awarded to students enrolled in a school in Illinois. The Rubinos-Mesia scholarship is awarded to a student of Hispanic descent. And new this year, the Fred Haas Scholarship is awarded to an outstanding Graduate student who demonstrates interest in structural steel design and construction.

The Scholarship Information & Application form includes eligibility requirements and application guidelines and can be downloaded and submitted electronically.  This information is also available on our website. Scholarship applications must be received by Friday, May 1, 2020.  Winners will be notified by June 5, 2020.

The SEF was established in late 1993 in recognition of the 75th birthday of the Structural Engineering Act of Illinois.  It was set up to provide financial support for the educational and charitable activities of the structural engineering profession, including items like scholarships, honoraria for lecturers and research grants.  The Foundation is funded by individual engineers, engineering firms and other businesses and organizations associated with engineering and construction.  SEF is recognized as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization by the Internal Revenue Service and contributions are tax-deductible within the limits prescribed by tax laws.








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