[Association for Iron and Steel Technology Foundation](https://www.aist.org/foundation)

Most chapter awards range from $1,000 to $5,000 (USD or CAD), typically for one year; some are renewable or multi-year.

Over 43 annual scholarships from 22 local chapters support students pursuing education related to the iron and steel industry.

--- ## Description The Association for Iron and Steel Technology (AIST) Foundation's Member Chapter Scholarships program offers more than 43 scholarships each year through 22 local chapters across North America. These scholarships are designed to encourage and support students at various educational levels—primarily undergraduates, though some chapters also consider graduate and trade school applicants—who are pursuing studies relevant to the iron and steel industry. Each chapter administers its own scholarships, with varying eligibility criteria, award amounts, and application requirements. The goal is to foster local engagement and develop the next generation of professionals for the steel sector. --- ## Due Dates - **February 14, 2027:** Midwest Member Chapter scholarship application deadline (annual; "by 14 February") - **April 30, 2026:** Northeastern Ohio Member Chapter scholarship application deadline - **April 30, 2026:** Globe‑Trotters Member Chapter scholarship application deadline - **April 30, 2026:** Detroit (Judith A. Quinn) Member Chapter scholarship application deadline - **April 30, 2026:** Birmingham Member Chapter scholarship application deadline - **April 30, 2026:** Ohio Valley Member Chapter scholarship application deadline - **June 30, 2026:** Northern Member Chapter scholarship application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - **Award size varies by chapter and scholarship:** Most awards are between $1,000 and $5,000 (USD or CAD) for one academic year. - **Some scholarships are renewable** for up to four years (e.g., Northeastern Ohio, Birmingham). - **Examples:** - Midwest: Up to fourteen $3,000 one-year scholarships - Globe‑Trotters: One $5,000 scholarship; up to $45,000 total awarded annually - Detroit: Two $5,000 and two $2,500 scholarships annually - Northern: Two $2,000 CAD scholarships (one university, one college) - Ohio Valley: Up to six scholarships totaling $17,500 annually --- ## Eligibility Eligibility requirements are set by each local chapter. Common criteria include: - **Membership:** Applicants or their parents/guardians must often be members (or student members) of the relevant AIST chapter, or be part of the Material Advantage Student Program. - **Academic Status:** Most scholarships are for high school seniors entering college or current undergraduate students (some accept graduate or trade school students). - **Field of Study:** Preference is given to students pursuing engineering, metallurgy, materials science, or STEM fields related to iron and steel production. Some chapters consider non-engineering majors if related to the industry. - **Geographic Area:** Applicants must typically reside in, study in, or be affiliated with the chapter’s local region. - **Academic Standing:** Most require good academic standing (minimum GPA varies; e.g., Detroit requires 3.0+). - **Other:** Some scholarships require demonstration of interest or career goals in the steel industry. --- ## Application Process - **Application Form:** Submit the specific chapter’s application form online or by email/mail. - **Required Documents:** - Current resume (including extracurriculars and leadership roles) - Academic transcripts - Essays (topics vary: career goals, interest in steel industry, accomplishments, etc.) - Letters of recommendation (number and type vary by chapter) - **Submission:** All materials must be submitted by the relevant chapter deadline. - **Selection:** Committees review applications based on merit, academic achievement, essays, and alignment with chapter/industry goals. --- ## Additional Information - Students may apply to multiple chapter scholarships if eligible, but may only receive one per year. - Most scholarships are awarded without regard to financial need. - Some scholarships are renewable; recipients must maintain academic performance and reapply annually. - Local chapter contacts are available for specific questions (see below). --- ## External Links - [AIST Member Chapter Scholarships Main Page](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships) - [AIST Foundation Home](https://www.aist.org/foundation) - [Midwest Chapter Scholarships](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships/midwest) - [Northeastern Ohio Chapter Scholarships](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships/northeastern-ohio) - [Globe‑Trotters Chapter Scholarships](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships/globe-trotters) - [Detroit Chapter Scholarships](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships/detroit) - [Birmingham Chapter Scholarships](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships/birmingham) - [Ohio Valley Chapter Scholarships](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships/ohio-valley) - [Northern Chapter Scholarships](https://www.aist.org/students-faculty/scholarships/member-chapter-scholarships/northern) --- ## Contact Information | Chapter | Contact Name | Email/Link | Phone | |------------------------|--------------------|---------------------------------------------|-----------------| | Midwest | Shelonda Manning | [aistmidwestscholarships@gmail.com](mailto:aistmidwestscholarships@gmail.com) | | | Northeastern Ohio | Jaime Hart | [Jaime.Hart@RLGbuilds.com](mailto:Jaime.Hart@RLGbuilds.com) | +1.216.217.2499 | | Globe‑Trotters | JoJo Clark | [joanna.clark@nucor.com](mailto:joanna.clark@nucor.com) | +1.720.879.4792 | | Detroit | Roger Kalinowsky | [Rkalinowsky@sidockgroup.com](mailto:Rkalinowsky@sidockgroup.com) | | | Birmingham | Ken Orndoff | [ko@lincolnmfg.net](mailto:ko@lincolnmfg.net) | | | Ohio Valley | Phillip Levin | [phil.levin@clevelandcliffs.com](mailto:phil.levin@clevelandcliffs.com) | +1.513.425.6403 | | Northern | Dave Nicol | [dave.nicol@xtek.com](mailto:dave.nicol@xtek.com) | +1.905.317.8711 | For general inquiries, visit the [AIST Foundation contact page](https://www.aist.org/foundation/about-aist/contact-us).

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