Other Opportunities

Academic scholarship applications are now being accepted for the Robert W. Lyons and RCI Lewis W. Newlan awards. Each year the RCI-IIBEC Foundation awards up to $30,000 in scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in an accredited program of architecture, architectural engineering, structural or civil engineering, construction, or building sciences. Applications are due by April 14, 2025. For additional details and to apply, follow the corresponding link.

The Iowa Masonry Educational Foundation was set up to support Iowa students continuing their education in the Construction / Architecture / Engineering field. 

To be considered, applicants must be an Iowa high school student or college student, attend an Iowa institution, attend a program related to construction/architecture/engineering/masonry field, and complete the entire application and submit with accompanying documents.

For an application to be complete, the form must be filled out and electronically signed and must include a copy of school transcripts, current resume, and two letters of recommendations: one from a community leader and one from a teacher/instructor.

Half the award amount will be issued to the school each semester. If you graduate mid-year you will only receive funds for that semester. MII Foundation awards graduating seniors $500, current community college students $750 and university/grad students $1000. 

Applications are due by March 10, 2025. To apply, follow the corresponding link.

The ACEC Research Institute is the leading source of knowledge and thought leadership for creating a more sustainable, safe, secure, and technically advanced built environment. The Institute’s mission is to deliver information and business strategies that guide and elevate the engineering industry through research, forecasts, trend analysis and academic scholarships.

Through the ACEC Research Institute scholarship portal, qualified engineering students have access to more than 100 scholarships totaling nearly $1 million in grants. Students can receive up to a $15,000 scholarship. The portal will automatically match students with ALL scholarships available to them based on their completed application. Application deadlines vary, so students are encouraged to apply today! To apply through the portal, follow the corresponding link.

The ISU Women’s Club (ISUWC) has scholarships available to full-time senior and graduate status women to honor personal achievement. Scholarships are $2,000 per year ($1,000 per semester). The number of scholarships varies from year to year depending on funds available, but they anticipate awarding five (5) ISUWC Scholarships for 2025-2026. Applications are due by February 7, 2025. For details/deadlines on individual scholarships and to apply, follow the corresponding link.

The Material Handling Education Foundation, Inc. (MHEFI) has scholarships open to all undergraduate students pursuing a career in the material handling, supply chain, and logistics industry with Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Structural Engineering being some of the target programs. Multiple scholarships are available from $1,500 to $6,000. Applications are due by January 31, 2025. For details/deadlines on individual scholarships and to apply, follow the corresponding link.

The Alltricity Scholarship Foundation awards scholarships to deserving and qualified students in engineering, business, IT, plant, line or distribution technologies, line worker, and other curriculum related to the electric energy industry. Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Construction, and Cyber Security Engineering majors are most closely aligned with the industry, but all who fit the eligibility criteria are welcome to apply. Scholarship awards range from $1,500-$3,000+ and the application is currently open. Applications are due by February 7, 2024. For details/deadlines on individual scholarships and to apply, follow the corresponding link.

Bold.org is the nation’s largest independent scholarship provider, and their mission is to eliminate student debt. They offer a variety of scholarships specifically for engineering students. For details/deadlines on individual scholarships and to apply, follow the corresponding link.

PathwaysToScience posts many scholarship opportunities for STEM majors. Many of these scholarships have early fall deadlines for funding for the 25 /26 academic year, so pay close attention when applying. For details on individual scholarships and to apply, follow the corresponding link.

The Institute for Broadening Participation (IBP) website provides access to more than 30 scholarship opportunities from a variety of private and federal funding sources for students pursuing careers in STEM. The website also includes resources on how to build a strong application. Any questions related to these scholarship applications or how to use the online search to find funding opportunities should be directed to Liv Detrick at ldetrick@ibparticipation.org. For details on individual scholarships and to apply, follow the corresponding link.

Last Mile Education Fund invests in striving, low-income students pursuing degrees in the high-demand fields of technology and engineering to support them in their last mile to graduation and into a career. If you have need for funding to help get you to graduation, follow the link to apply for their multiple scholarships.

Iowa State University Honors Program has developed a website with resources for students interested in applying to nationally competitive scholarships and fellowships, such as Rhodes, Goldwater, Truman, etc. These fellowship and scholarship opportunities are available to both Honors and non-Honors students at ISU. They are merit based and successful candidates typically have a minimum 3.5 GPA and are active in leadership and/or service. Deadlines vary per scholarship/fellowship. For additional information or to apply, follow the link.

Albert E. Phillips Scholarship through COAA (Construction Owners Association of America).  Applicants must be a full-time undergraduate student who has successfully completed their freshman year at university and have a minimum 2.5 GPA.  Applications are due by March 1. Please follow the link for additional information on how to apply for this award.