Member Chapter Scholarships
AIST Member Chapter Scholarships fund students in engineering, metallurgy, materials science, and STEM fields advancing research and innovation in the iron and steel industry.
Funder: Association for Iron & Steel Technology
Due Dates: April 30, 2026 (Detroit, Globe-Trotters, Northeastern Ohio, Ohio Valley, Birmingham) | June 30, 2026 (Northern) | February 14, 2027 (Midwest)
Funding Amounts: Awards typically range from $1,000–$5,000 (USD/CAD) per year, with some multi-year scholarships; most chapters offer 1–6 awards annually.
Summary: Annual scholarships for students pursuing studies related to the iron and steel industry, administered by AIST local member chapters.
Key Information: Deadlines and eligibility vary by chapter; applicants must apply directly to the relevant chapter.
Description
The Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST) Member Chapter Scholarships program provides more than 43 scholarships annually through 22 local member chapters. These scholarships are intended to support students who are pursuing or planning to pursue studies related to the iron and steel industry. Each chapter manages its own application process, eligibility requirements, and award distribution, allowing for a range of scholarship types—including one-year and multi-year awards—tailored to the needs of their local regions. Scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria vary by chapter, but most support studies in engineering, metallurgy, materials science, or STEM fields relevant to steel production and its supporting industries.
