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Samuel Fletcher Tapman ASCE Student Chapter Scholarship

American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)

This scholarship was started in 1961 by the Board of Direction, through the generous bequest of Samuel Fletcher Tapman, M.ASCE, in 1961. This is designed to further the education of deserving students in any civil engineering discipline. Eligible applicants are undergraduate civil engineering students, who will use the scholarship for their sophomore, junior or senior tuition expenses and fees.

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Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    The Samuel Fletcher Tapman ASCE Student Chapter Scholarships may be presented annually to not more than twelve (12) undergraduate civil engineering students.
  • Financial Need:
    Required
  • College:
    At the time of application the individual must be a student in an ABET-accredited program in civil engineering or related field.
  • Major/Career:
    At the time of application the individual must be a student in an ABET-accredited program in civil engineering or related field
  • Organization:
    A member of his/her local ASCE Student Chapter, and a Student Member of the Society in good standing at the time of application and award.
  • Miscellaneous:
    The scholarships may be awarded only to those students who will employ them to continue their formal undergraduate education in a recognized educational institution.

Application Details

  • Judging Criteria:
    Award selection is based on applicants justification of award, educational plan, academic performance and standing, potential for development, leadership capacity, ASCE activities, and financial need.
  • Transcript:
    Required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Essay:
    Statement by the applicant of the reasons believed to justify an award to him or her, as well as plans for continuing his/her formal education
  • Recommendation Letters:
    Minimum of two sealed letters of recommendation, one which must to be completed by the Student Chapter Faculty Advisor and at least one letter from one other member of the faculty.
  • Other Materials:
    A completed application form;Brief financial statement outlining how the applicant will finance his/her education if an award is granted

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