Member Chapter Scholarships
AIST Member Chapter Scholarships support students in engineering, metallurgy, and materials science fields related to the iron and steel industry through local chapter awards.
Funder: Association for Iron & Steel Technology
Due Dates: April 30, 2026 (Birmingham, Detroit, Northeastern Ohio, Globe-Trotters, Ohio Valley) | June 30, 2026 (Northern) | February 14, 2027 (Midwest)
Funding Amounts: Awards range from $1,000 to $5,000 USD (or $2,000 CAD), most are one-year; some are renewable or have multiple recipients per chapter.
Summary: Annual scholarships for students in fields related to the iron and steel industry, administered by local AIST chapters.
Key Information: Each chapter has its own eligibility rules, award sizes, and application process.
Description
The Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST) Member Chapter Scholarships program offers over 43 scholarships annually through its 22 local chapters. These scholarships are designed to support students preparing for careers in engineering, metallurgy, materials science, or other fields relevant to the iron and steel industry. Each chapter manages its own scholarship(s), with unique eligibility criteria, award amounts, and application requirements. Awards are typically targeted at high school seniors and undergraduate students, though some chapters also consider graduate or trade school students. Most scholarships are for one year, with several chapters offering renewable awards.
