[Association for Iron & Steel Technology](https://cccc.ncte.org)

April 30, 2026

$2,500, one-year scholarship; one award annually

Annual scholarship for a student in the Ohio Valley region pursuing studies related to the iron and steel industry.

--- ## Description The Ohio Valley Systems Group Scholarship, administered by the Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST) Ohio Valley Member Chapter, provides a $2,500 award annually to a qualified student in the Ohio Valley region. The scholarship aims to support and encourage academic achievement and engagement with the steel industry among students who are pursuing STEM or related studies relevant to iron and steel production, management, or distribution. --- ## Due Dates - April 30, 2026: Completed application deadline (annual) --- ## Funding Amount - $2,500 for one year - One scholarship awarded annually --- ## Eligibility - Applicant must be the child (including step-children, adopted children, or wards) of a member in good standing of the AIST Ohio Valley Member Chapter, or an AIST Student member in good standing. - Must be accepted into, planning to attend, or currently enrolled in an eligible, full-time curriculum at an accredited university, college, or technical training center in the Ohio Valley chapter area. - Must be pursuing education directly related to the production, support, or management of iron and steel, or the distribution of steel. - STEM Bachelor of Science degrees are preferred, but Bachelor of Arts in related manufacturing management fields and Associate of Science degrees in STEM-related technology are also eligible. - Recipients may re-apply each year but can only win one scholarship annually. --- ## Application Process - Review the [Ohio Valley Member Chapter Scholarships page](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships/ohio-valley) for the current application form and detailed instructions. - Required documents: - Current resume, including work experience and extracurricular activities with leadership roles - Recommendation or evaluation from a counselor, teacher, or professor - Essay (max two pages) describing professional goals, interest in a steel industry career, and how your skills could contribute to the industry - Copy of current high school or college transcripts - Submit the completed application and supporting documents by April 30, 2026. --- ## Additional Information - The scholarship must be used at an accredited institution. - The award is paid directly to the educational institution for the student's account. - If studies or admission are delayed or interrupted, notify the chapter secretary immediately; this may result in forfeiture. - Transfer to another eligible program or institution is possible with approval and appropriate notification by April 30 of the transfer year. --- ## External Links - [AIST Member Chapter Scholarships Overview](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships) - [Ohio Valley Member Chapter Scholarships Page](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships/ohio-valley) - [Scholarship Application Form](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships/ohio-valley/application) - [Scholarship Recipients](https://imis.aist.org/Rosters/Chapters/Ohio_Valley_Member_Chapter_Scholarship_Recipients.aspx) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |------------------|----------------------------------------------------------|-----------------| | Phillip Levin | [phil.levin@clevelandcliffs.com](mailto:phil.levin@clevelandcliffs.com?subject=AIST%20Ohio%20Valley%20Scholarships) | +1.513.425.6403 |

Ohio Valley Systems Group Scholarship

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