D. Fred & Marian L. Bovie Scholarship
AWS Foundation
About
A donor-funded national scholarship for students pursuing a bachelor’s or associate degree in welding or a related discipline. Awards are paid to the educational institution and may be used for tuition, fees, books, supplies, and required equipment. Applicants must submit required application materials including two references and official transcripts. Some awards consider demonstrated financial need or AWS membership when determining recipients.
The National Scholarships are the most prestigious, high-dollar scholarships offered by the AWS Foundation. More than 130 donor-funded scholarships, totaling over $700,000, are available for students pursuing a bachelor’s or associate degree in welding or a related discipline.
Who can apply
Pursue a bachelor’s or associate degree in welding or a related discipline.
“More than 130 donor-funded scholarships, totaling over $700,000, are available for students pursuing a bachelor’s or associate degree in welding or a related discipline.”
AWS membership may be required or preferred. · preferred
“Some scholarships require, or have a preference for, applicants to be a member of AWS.”
Be seeking enrollment in a degree program (prospective student for funds to be used in the fall term).
“The deadline to apply for all National Scholarships is March 1st for funds to be used in the fall term.”
Essay prompts
- 1.General Background Statement
- 2.Welding and/or Work Experience
- 3.Career Objectives and Goals
- 4.Cost of Attendance