SCHOLARSHIP

OFFICIAL SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA

The Richmond Area Program for Minorities in Engineering (RAPME) will provide funding for several $500 scholarships and the $1000 Bert Petersen Meritorious Service Award scholarship to former RAPME participants. These awards will be granted for the 2008-2009 school year. In order to be considered for the scholarship, a student must meet the following criteria:

1. Must have participated in at least one RAPME Summer Engineering Institute.
2. Must be enrolled or accepted to a four-year accredited college or university.
3. Must select a major in a field of engineering or engineering technology. Consideration will also be given to students pursuing degrees in science or math.
4. Complete and submit the RAPME Scholarship application form.
5. Submit, with the application, the following:
   • One letter of reference from someone that can speak about your academic performance and potential.
   • A work history summary or resume.
   • A short (250 words or less) statement, prepared by you, on how engineering or technology has impacted society.
   • An official transcript from the school or university you are currently attending.

After a review of all of the submitted material, the Scholarship panel will select several finalists for a personal interview. All scholarship applicants will be notified as to the status of their applications. Current scholarship recipients must submit an application (complete section I and III) and an official college transcript to be considered for renewal of the scholarship for the upcoming school year.

All material must be received at the RAPME office by April 25, 2008 for consideration.
RAPME, Scholarship Committee
1 Hayden Drive Box 9022
Virginia State University
Petersburg, Virginia 23806

RAPME SEI Applications

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Engineering Organizations

JOIN TODAY! There are many advantage to becoming a member, not only will you be able to attend the annual conference, but you also have the opportunity to apply for various scholarships.

• America Society of Engineering Education
• America Society of Mechanical Engineers
• Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineering, IEEE
• National Society of Black Engineers
• National Society of Professional Engineers
• Society of Women Engineers

 

 

 

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