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In the HVAC&R industry, economizers are used to reduce heating and cooling costs. The ASHRAE Scholarship Program also serves as an economizer, helping reduce the financial burdens of obtaining your engineering education. Without the future leaders of the HVAC&R industry, we at ASHRAE wouldn’t be able to do what we do. So, through the Society’s scholarship program, we’re here to help you do what you do – learn.
 “The ASHRAE scholarship that I received as a student greatly helped me finance my engineering education, which has been the foundation of my career. After graduating, I've been actively involved with my local chapter of ASHRAE. The experience has been instrumental in advancing my career. ASHRAE offers multiple avenues of resources, continuing education, and training to allow myself to be a better engineer. More importantly, through my involvement with ASHRAE I've been able to network with various professionals throughout the HVAC industry.”
- John Weiland, ASHRAE Reuben Trane Scholarship Recipient 2001-2002, 2000-2001 |  Being a recipient of an ASHRAE scholarship was a great blessing. The support I received by ASHRAE as a student enabled me to directly focus on and achieve my primary educational goals in engineering and architecture. I am now able to apply all I have learned in furthering responsible and sustainable design in the built environment. I continue to be impacted by and involved with ASHRAE as a professional and look forward to many years of service in the HVAC&R industry. I offer my sincere thanks to those who helped make all of the ASHRAE scholarships a reality.
– Samuel Snyder, ASHRAE Henry Adams Scholarship Recipient 2003-2004 |  "I feel that ASHRAE's investment and support in my education was a very big contribution to me being able to do so well and succeed in this trade. I wanted to thank ASHRAE for their support and their commitment to myself and the HVAC trade. Again Thank you"
- Timothy Cross, Black Hawk College - ASHRAE Associate Engineering Technology Scholarship Recipient 2007-2008 |  “ASHRAE has positively influenced my academic experience in college, both as an undergraduate and graduate student with the support of scholarships and a grant. The financial support of ASHRAE allowed me to focus on academics and leadership opportunities in student organizations in place of working long hours outside of class to pay for my education. Without the contributions of ASHRAE, I may have struggled to earn a strong education which is preparing me for a bright future in the HVAC&R industry!”
- Jeremy B. Dreiling, Frank M. Coda Scholarship Recipient 2006-2007, Kansas City ASHRAE Chapter Scholarship |
Selection Process:Scholarships are awarded based on the following and for the academic year following the application deadline beginning with the fall semester: - Full-time enrollment in an accredited undergraduate engineering or engineering technology program recognized by ASHRAE
- A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 on a scale where 4.0 is the highest and/or a class ranking of no less than 30% evidenced by submission of an official transcript of grades and/or statement from a school administrator
- Three letters of recommendation, including an instructor or faculty advisor, a current or past employer, and any other character reference. In the case of institutions with an ASHRAE student branch, include a letter from the faculty advisor of that branch (may be one of the three letters of recommendation). Comments from the Student Activities Chair of an ASHRAE chapter, if one is within reasonable distance of home or school, following an interview with the applicant
- Potential service to the HVAC and/or refrigeration profession
- Financial need
- Leadership ability (activities, leadership roles, community service, etc.)
- Work ethics (summer jobs, part-time jobs, etc.)
Scholarships, Criteria and Application Deadlines: Undergraduate Engineering Scholarships
University-Specific Scholarships
Regional Scholarships
Engineering Technology Scholarships Submit the following in one envelope postmarked by the application deadline. Re-applications encouraged and accepted from qualified former scholarship applicants and recipients.: - Application completed in English.
- Official transcript(s) of grades from at least one semester or quarter of college study and, if applicable, from all previous college coursework. If college grades are not available by the application deadline, submit an official transcript of high school grades and verification of enrollment or acceptance to a post-secondary educational institution.
- Letters of recommendation.
10 Tips for ASHRAE Scholarship Applicants
Make sure ...- You have read the application carefully and answered all questions completely and honestly
- You have submitted a signed and dated application on time
- All required documents are included in the application package
- You qualify by meeting all applicable criteria
- Your application is NEAT and legible (typed, computer-printed or handwritten clearly)
- You have used proper English (correct grammar and spelling) when responding to essay questions
- To take extra time to submit a brief, non-required introductory cover letter
- You are clear and thorough when stating goals and financial need
- You contact ASHRAE Headquarters to ensure application package was received and is complete
- You do not indicate a relative’s membership in ASHRAE on the application
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