AIST offers annual scholarships to students in engineering, metallurgy, and STEM fields to promote education and research in the iron and steel industry.
Funder: Association for Iron & Steel Technology
Due Dates: April 30, 2026 (Ohio Valley, Birmingham, Northeastern Ohio, Detroit, Globe-Trotters) | June 30, 2026 (Northern) | February 14, 2027 (Midwest)
Funding Amounts: Scholarships typically range from $1,000 to $5,000 (USD or CAD), with some multi-year awards and chapter-specific totals up to $45,000 per year; number and size vary by chapter.
Summary: Annual regional scholarships for students pursuing studies related to the iron and steel industry, administered by local AIST chapters.
Key Information: Each chapter sets its own eligibility, award levels, and application process—review chapter-specific details before applying.
The Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST) offers more than 43 scholarships annually through its 22 local member chapters. These scholarships are intended to support students pursuing education relevant to the iron and steel industry, including engineering, metallurgy, materials science, and related STEM fields. Each AIST chapter administers its own scholarships, with distinct eligibility requirements, award amounts, and application procedures. Scholarships are generally open to high school seniors, undergraduate, and in some cases, graduate or trade school students, often with a preference for those with connections to AIST members or who demonstrate a clear interest in the steel industry.