I'm considering engineering as my major, and as a Black student, I'm wondering if there are scholarships available specifically for Black students going into engineering fields. Any recommendations or advice on where to start searching?
You're on the right track by tailoring your scholarship search to your particular circumstances, in this case, a Black student pursuing engineering. Here are a couple of scholarships that you might find relevant to your situation:
1. "National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Scholarships": The NSBE offers a number of scholarships for Black engineering students at various stages of their academic careers. The scholarships vary in terms of monetary value and eligibility criteria, so you might want to check their website for a detailed list of scholarships and instructions on how to apply.
2. "The Black Engineer of the Year Awards (BEYA) STEM Scholarship": This Scholarship sponsored by Lockheed Martin Corporation is available to Black students pursuing fields in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). You must be a US citizen to apply.
You can also use scholarship search engines, such as Fastweb, Chegg Scholarships, or Appily. You'll need to create a profile and then the search engine will match you with scholarships that fit your profile. Don't forget to specify your intended major and your ethnicity as both of these could help the search engine find the most applicable scholarships.
One tip to remember when searching for scholarships: start early and apply often. Scholarships can be highly competitive, so it's to your advantage to apply to as many as you're eligible for. Remember also to keep an eye on application deadlines to ensure you get your applications in on time.
Lastly, check with the financial aid office at the universities you're applying to. They might have a list of scholarships that are available specifically for their students, and they can provide resources and advice to aid your scholarship search.
Good luck with your scholarship search and your future as an engineer!
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