Member Chapter Scholarships
AIST Foundation regional chapters offer annual scholarships to students pursuing engineering, metallurgy, or STEM fields related to the iron and steel industry.
Funder: Association for Iron and Steel Technology Foundation
Due Dates: April 30, 2026 (Birmingham, Northeastern Ohio, Judith A. Quinn Detroit, Globe-Trotters, Ohio Valley) | June 30, 2026 (Northern) | February 14, 2027 (Midwest)
Funding Amounts: Over 43 annual scholarships; typical awards range from $1,000 to $5,000 USD (or CAD), with some multi-year and renewable options.
Summary: Annual scholarships offered by AIST’s regional chapters to support students pursuing careers in the iron and steel industry.
Description
The Association for Iron and Steel Technology (AIST) Foundation, through its 22 regional Member Chapters, awards more than 43 scholarships annually to students interested in careers related to the iron and steel industry. Each chapter manages its own scholarship program, offering various award amounts and eligibility criteria to support undergraduate and, in some cases, graduate or trade school students. The scholarships are designed to foster the next generation of leaders in the steel industry by providing financial support, encouraging academic excellence, and promoting engagement with the local steel community.
