University of Southern Maine

 

School of Applied Science, 
Engineering, and Technology

Scholarships for
Incoming and Current ASET Students

The School of Applied Science, Engineering, and Technology (ASET) at the University of Southern Maine wants incoming and current students to be aware of the scholarship opportunities that exist for those interested in computer science, engineering, environmental science, or technology degree programs. ASET is fortunate to have individuals, foundations, and area companies that provide financial support in the form of scholarships. Many of the available scholarships are intended for incoming students, while others support current students enrolled in ASET programs. Generally, each scholarship requires that you complete an application. It may also require an essay and/or additional supporting materials. The following provides information about each of the available ASET scholarships, the criteria, and what is required to apply. USM General Scholarship Application - deadline February 27, 2007 The deadline for the USM General Scholarship Application has been extended to March 9th - For any USM student. Follow the link to download the application. USM Alumni Association Scholarship - deadline February 27, 2007- for USM alumni and their children. Follow the link to download the application. ASET Scholarship applications are due Wednesday, February 28, 2007. Scroll down to see the ones available to continuing students. ASET students should apply for any available scholarships for which you are eligible, especially the ASET scholarships listed below for continuing students by Wednesday, Feb 28, 2007. Scholarships for ASET Students: For Incoming Students INFORMATION SCIENCE: Time Warner Scholarship, $2,500 INFORMATION SCIENCE: Time Warner "Women in Information Science" Scholarship, $2,500 COMPUTER SCIENCE: Governor's Computer Science Scholarship sponsored by Wright Express LLC, $2,000 ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY & HEALTH: Jack Eagleson Scholarship $1500 INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY OR ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY & HEALTH MAJOR: Southworth International Scholarship $2000 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: Fairchild Semiconductor Mechanical Engineering Scholarship $2000 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: W. R. Jackson, Jr. Mechanical Engineering Scholarship $2000 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: National Semiconductor Mechanical Engineering Scholarship $2000 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING: Pratt & Whitney Mechanical Engineering Scholarship $2000 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING OR OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH: Southworth International Scholarship $2000 TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION: ASET Annual Fund Scholarship for Technology Education $1,000   There is no application for the above scholarships, but you must have applied to the University to be considered. For more information, please contact: Bonnie Stearns ASET Director of Student Services 126 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5050 or bstearns@usm.maine.edu. For Continuing Students - Deadline is Wednesday, Feb 28, 2007 ANY ASET MAJOR: Brian Hodgkin Scholarship $1,000 ANY ASET MAJOR: I.O.O.F. Unity Lodge #3 Scholarship $1,000 ANY ASET MAJOR: NiSource Charitable Foundation Scholarship $500 NEW! INFORMATION SCIENCE: Time Warner Scholarship, $2,500 NEW! INFORMATION SCIENCE: Time Warner "Women in Information Science" Scholarship, $2,500 COMPUTER SCIENCE MAJOR: Governor's Computer Science Scholarship sponsored by Wright Express LLC, $2,500 - 5 scholarships are given annually. ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING MAJOR: Masi Engineering Research Scholarship $500 NEW! TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION or APPLIED TECHNICAL EDUCATION: William G. Hooper & Laura S. Hooper Scholarship, $2,600   The deadline for applying for the above Scholarships is the last day of February. For more information, please contact: Lori Arsenault, Administrative Manager Office of the Dean 104 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5142 or loria@usm.maine.edu.   Scholarships from other organizations CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION: AGC of Maine Education Foundation Scholarship Program ENGINEERING: Visit the Society of Women Engineers Web site at www.swe.org for information and applications. INCOMING STUDENT - INFORMATION SCIENCE Time Warner Scholarship, $2,500 This named scholarship was established at the University of Southern Maine in December 2002 by Time Warner. The award will be given in the fall to an incoming first-year student at the University of Southern Maine with an interest in studying Information Science or a related field (Computer Science, Information and Communications Technology, or Computer Engineering). Criteria: Eligible students will be enrolling as a full-time, first-year student at USM with a declared major in Information Science or a related field (Computer Science, Information and Communications Technology, or Computer Engineering) at the undergraduate level; be a Maine resident, and demonstrate the potential of maintaining a 3.0 GPA. Selection: Selection requires an application and acceptance to the University of Southern Maine. No additional application is necessary. Awards will be given to eligible students based on the criteria. Potential recipients can express an interest in the award by contacting the ASET Director of Student Services. The actual receipt of an awarded scholarship is contingent upon enrolling at USM, in the planned major, during the term specified in the award letter. Bonnie Stearns ASET Director of Student Services 126 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5050 or bstearns@usm.maine.edu. top of page                                                                    updated 1/24/2006 INCOMING STUDENT - INFORMATION SCIENCE Time Warner "Women in Information Science" Scholarship, $2,500 This named scholarship was established at the University of Southern Maine in December 2006 by Time Warner. The award will be given in the fall to a woman who is an incoming first-year student at the University of Southern Maine with an interest in studying Information Science or a related field (Computer Science, Information and Communications Technology, or Computer Engineering). Criteria: Eligible students will be women enrolling as a full-time, first-year student at USM with a declared major in Information Science or a related field (Computer Science, Information and Communications Technology, or Computer Engineering) at the undergraduate level; be a Maine resident, and demonstrate the potential of maintaining a 3.0 GPA. Selection: Selection requires an application and acceptance to the University of Southern Maine. No additional application is necessary. Awards will be given to eligible students based on the criteria. Potential recipients can express an interest in the award by contacting the ASET Director of Student Services. The actual receipt of an awarded scholarship is contingent upon enrolling at USM, in the planned major, during the term specified in the award letter. Bonnie Stearns ASET Director of Student Services 126 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5050 or bstearns@usm.maine.edu. top of page     new 12/21/2006 INCOMING STUDENT - COMPUTER SCIENCE Governor's Computer Science Scholarship sponsored by Wright Express LLC, $2,000 This named scholarship was established at the University of Southern Maine in 2000 by Wright Express LLC in honor of Governor Angus King’s work to improve and expand computer science education in Maine. The award will be given in the fall to an incoming first-year student at the University of Southern Maine with an interest in studying Computer Science. Criteria: Eligible students will be enrolling as full-time, first-year students with a declared major in Computer Science at the undergraduate or graduate level; be a Maine resident, and demonstrate the potential of maintaining a 3.0 GPA. Selection: Selection requires an application and acceptance to the University of Southern Maine. No additional application is necessary. Awards will be given to eligible students based on the criteria. Potential recipients can express an interest in the award by contacting the ASET Director of Student Services. The actual receipt of an awarded scholarship is contingent upon enrolling at USM, in the planned major, during the term specified in the award letter. A student may apply for and receive this award only once, but may apply for other Governor's Computer Science Scholarships in subsequent years when they meet those requirements. Bonnie Stearns ASET Director of Student Services 126 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5050 or bstearns@usm.maine.edu. top of page                                                                    updated 1/24/2006 INCOMING STUDENT - ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY & HEALTH Jack Eagleson Scholarship $1500 This named scholarship was established at the University of Southern Maine in 2004 by the Eagleson Institute. The Eagleson Institute is a non-profit foundation founded in memory of John M. Eagleson, Jr. The award will be given annually in the fall to an incoming first-year student at the University of Southern Maine with an interest in studying Environmental Safety and Health. Criteria: Eligible students will be enrolling as a full-time  freshman or current USM student in good standing with 22 or less earned credit hours. Eligible students must intend on majoring in the environmental safety and health program, and have a demonstrated financial need (must apply for financial aid). Preference will be given to children of employees of The Baker Company, who meet the above criteria. Recipients of the award will be given preference for available internships at The Baker Company or the Eagleson Institute. Selection: Selection requires an application and acceptance to the University of Southern Maine. No additional application is necessary. Awards will be given to eligible students based on the criteria. Potential recipients can express an interest in the award by contacting the ASET Director of Student Services. The actual receipt of an awarded scholarship is contingent upon enrolling at USM, in the planned major, during the term specified in the award letter. A student may receive this award only once, but may apply for other scholarships in subsequent years when they meet those requirements. Bonnie Stearns ASET Director of Student Services 126 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5050 or bstearns@usm.maine.edu. top of page updated 12/21/2006 INCOMING STUDENT - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING The Fairchild Semiconductor Scholarship for Mechanical Engineering $2000 This named scholarship was established at the University of Southern Maine in 2005 by a gift from Fairchild Semiconductor. The award will be given in the fall to an incoming first-year student at the University of Southern Maine with an interest in studying Mechanical Engineering. Criteria: Eligible students will be enrolling as a full-time, first-year student at USM with a declared major in Mechanical Engineering, and demonstrate the potential of maintaining a 3.0 GPA. Selection: Selection requires an application and acceptance to the University of Southern Maine. No additional application is necessary. Awards will be given to eligible students based on the criteria. Potential recipients can express an interest in the award by contacting the ASET Director of Student Services. The actual receipt of an awarded scholarship is contingent upon enrolling at USM, in the planned major, during the term specified in the award letter. A student may receive this award only once, but may apply for other scholarships in subsequent years when they meet those requirements. Bonnie Stearns ASET Director of Student Services 126 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5050 or bstearns@usm.maine.edu. top of page new 12/21/2006 INCOMING STUDENT - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING The W. R. Jackson, Jr. Scholarship for Mechanical Engineering $2000 This named scholarship was established at the University of Southern Maine in 2005 by a gift from W. R. Jackson, Jr. The award will be given in the fall to an incoming first-year student at the University of Southern Maine with an interest in studying Mechanical Engineering. Criteria: Eligible students will be enrolling as a full-time, first-year student at USM with a declared major in Mechanical Engineering, and demonstrate the potential of maintaining a 3.0 GPA. Selection: Selection requires an application and acceptance to the University of Southern Maine. No additional application is necessary. Awards will be given to eligible students based on the criteria. Potential recipients can express an interest in the award by contacting the ASET Director of Student Services. The actual receipt of an awarded scholarship is contingent upon enrolling at USM, in the planned major, during the term specified in the award letter. A student may receive this award only once, but may apply for other scholarships in subsequent years when they meet those requirements. Bonnie Stearns ASET Director of Student Services 126 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5050 or bstearns@usm.maine.edu. top of page updated 2/1/06 INCOMING STUDENT - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING The National Semiconductor Scholarship for Mechanical Engineering $2000 This named scholarship was established at the University of Southern Maine in 2006 by a gift from National Semiconductor Foundation. The award will be given in the fall to an incoming first-year student at the University of Southern Maine with an interest in studying Mechanical Engineering. Criteria: Eligible students will be enrolling as a full-time, first-year student at USM with a declared major in Mechanical Engineering, and demonstrate the potential of maintaining a 3.0 GPA. Selection: Selection requires an application and acceptance to the University of Southern Maine. No additional application is necessary. Awards will be given to eligible students based on the criteria. Potential recipients can express an interest in the award by contacting the ASET Director of Student Services. The actual receipt of an awarded scholarship is contingent upon enrolling at USM, in the planned major, during the term specified in the award letter. A student may receive this award only once, but may apply for other scholarships in subsequent years when they meet those requirements. Bonnie Stearns ASET Director of Student Services 126 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5050 or bstearns@usm.maine.edu. top of page new 12/21/2006 INCOMING STUDENT - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Pratt & Whitney Mechanical Engineering Scholarship $2000 This named scholarship was established at the University of Southern Maine in 2005 by a gift from Pratt & Whitney, North Berwick. The award will be given in the fall to an incoming first-year student at the University of Southern Maine with an interest in studying Mechanical Engineering. Criteria: Eligible students will be enrolling as a full-time, first-year student at USM with a declared major in Mechanical Engineering, and demonstrate the potential of maintaining a 3.0 GPA. Recipients of the award will be given preference for available internship/cooperative education experiences at Pratt & Whitney. Selection: Selection requires an application and acceptance to the University of Southern Maine. No additional application is necessary. Awards will be given to eligible students based on the criteria. Potential recipients can express an interest in the award by contacting the ASET Director of Student Services. The actual receipt of an awarded scholarship is contingent upon enrolling at USM, in the planned major, during the term specified in the award letter. A student may receive this award only once, but may apply for other scholarships in subsequent years when they meet those requirements. Bonnie Stearns ASET Director of Student Services 126 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5050 or bstearns@usm.maine.edu. top of page updated 2/1/06 INCOMING STUDENT - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING OR OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH The Southworth International Scholarship $2000 This named scholarship was established at the University of Southern Maine in 2006 by a gift from Southworth International Group. The award will be given in the fall to an incoming first-year student at the University of Southern Maine with an interest in studying Mechanical Engineering or Occupational Safety and Health. Criteria: Eligible students will be enrolling as a full-time, first-year student at USM with a declared major in Mechanical Engineering or Occupational Safety and Health, and demonstrate the potential of maintaining a 3.0 GPA. Selection: Selection requires an application and acceptance to the University of Southern Maine. No additional application is necessary. Awards will be given to eligible students based on the criteria. Potential recipients can express an interest in the award by contacting the ASET Director of Student Services. The actual receipt of an awarded scholarship is contingent upon enrolling at USM, in the planned major, during the term specified in the award letter. A student may receive this award only once, but may apply for other scholarships in subsequent years when they meet those requirements. Bonnie Stearns ASET Director of Student Services 126 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5050 or bstearns@usm.maine.edu. top of page new 12/21/2006 INCOMING STUDENT - TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION ASET Annual Fund Scholarship for Technology Education $1,000 This scholarship is supported by gifts to ASET from alumni, faculty, staff and friends of the school. It is given to an incoming first-year student that is a Maine resident pursuing a degree in Technology Education. Criteria: Given to an incoming freshman that is a Maine resident, pursuing a degree in Technology Education. Selection: Selection requires an application and acceptance to the University of Southern Maine. No additional application is necessary. Awards will be given to eligible students based on the criteria. Potential recipients can express an interest in the award by contacting the ASET Director of Student Services. The actual receipt of an awarded scholarship is contingent upon enrolling at USM, in the planned major, during the term specified in the award letter. A student may receive this award only once, but may apply for other scholarships in subsequent years when they meet those requirements. Bonnie Stearns ASET Director of Student Services 126 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5050 or bstearns@usm.maine.edu. top of page updated 2/1/06 For Any ASET Student Brian Hodgkin Scholarship $1,000 Criteria: Eligible students must be a declared ASET major who is a Maine resident. Recipients may be incoming students with promise of being able to achieve the requisite grade point average of continuing students, or continuing students having at least a 3.0 GPA and demonstrated financial need (must have applied for financial aid). Application: Complete the application online, or Download an ASET Scholarship application and submit it to the ASET Office of the Dean. This application also requires including an essay of 500 words or less describing goals and needs. Application deadline: the last day of February for a fall award. Submit application materials to: Lori Arsenault, Administrative Manager Office of the Dean 104 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5142 or loria@usm.maine.edu. top of page Updated 1/29/2007 I.O.O.F. Unity Lodge #3 Scholarship $1,000 Criteria: Eligible students will be Maine residents with demonstrated financial need (must have applied for financial aid), and be enrolled in the School of Applied Science, Engineering, and Technology in good academic standing. Application: Complete the application online, or Download an ASET Scholarship application and submit it to the ASET Office of the Dean. This application also requires a letter describing your activities and goals. Application deadline: the last day of February for an award the following academic year. Submit application materials to: Lori Arsenault, Administrative Manager Office of the Dean 104 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5142 or loria@usm.maine.edu. top of page Updated 1/29/2007 NiSource Charitable Foundation Scholarship $500 Criteria: NiSource Charitable Foundation sponsors this scholarship for a student in the School of Applied Science, Engineering, and Technology who has completed at least 30 credit hours toward their ASET major degree, of which at least 15 credits have been completed at USM. Student must presently be a degree candidate, be carrying and continue to carry at least 6 credit hours per semester, and have a GPA of at least 3.0. Application: Complete the application online, or Download an ASET Scholarship application and submit it to the ASET Office of the Dean. This application also requires two written recommendations, at least one of which is from a faculty member in the candidate's major department, and an essay of 500 words or less describing how student intends to contribute to the Maine community upon graduation. Application deadline: the last day of February for an award the following academic year. Submit application materials to: Lori Arsenault, Administrative Manager Office of the Dean 104 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5142 or loria@usm.maine.edu. top of page Updated 1/29/2007 CONTINUING STUDENT - INFORMATION SCIENCE Time Warner Scholarship, $2,500 This named scholarship award will be given in the fall to a continuing student at the University of Southern Maine studying Information Science or a related field (Computer Science, Information and Communications Technology, or Computer Engineering). Criteria: Eligible students will be enrolled as a full-time, first-year student at USM with a declared major in Information Science or a related field (Computer Science, Information and Communications Technology, or Computer Engineering) at the undergraduate level; be a Maine resident, have 22 or less earned credits and a GPA of at least 3.0. Application: Complete the application online, or Download an ASET Scholarship application and submit it to the ASET Office of the Dean. This application also requires two written recommendations, at least one of which is from a faculty member in the candidate's major department, and an essay of 500 words or less describing how student intends to contribute to the Maine community upon graduation. Application deadline: the last day of February for an award the following academic year. Submit application materials to: Lori Arsenault, Administrative Manager Office of the Dean 104 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5142 or loria@usm.maine.edu. top of page                                                                    new 2/20/2007 CONTINUING STUDENT - INFORMATION SCIENCE Time Warner "Women in Information Science" Scholarship, $2,500 This named scholarship award will be given in the fall to a continuing student at the University of Southern Maine studying Information Science or a related field (Computer Science, Information and Communications Technology, or Computer Engineering). Criteria: Eligible students will be a woman enrolled as a full-time, first-year student at USM with a declared major in Information Science or a related field (Computer Science, Information and Communications Technology, or Computer Engineering) at the undergraduate level; be a Maine resident, have 22 or less earned credits and a GPA of at least 3.0. Application: Complete the application online, or Download an ASET Scholarship application and submit it to the ASET Office of the Dean. This application also requires two written recommendations, at least one of which is from a faculty member in the candidate's major department, and an essay of 500 words or less describing how student intends to contribute to the Maine community upon graduation. Application deadline: the last day of February for an award the following academic year. Submit application materials to: Lori Arsenault, Administrative Manager Office of the Dean 104 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5142 or loria@usm.maine.edu. top of page                                                                    new 2/20/2007   Computer Science Majors Governor's Computer Science Scholarship sponsored by Wright Express LLC, $2,500 Criteria: Eligible students will be enrolled as full-time students with a declared major in USM's Computer Science programs either at the undergraduate or graduate level; be incoming their sophomore year or higher (at least 23 earned credits), be Maine residents, and have at least a 3.0 GPA. A student may apply for and receive a scholarship more than once, but previous award of a scholarship does not guarantee that the same student will receive an additional scholarship. Application: Complete the application online, or Download an ASET Scholarship application and submit it to the ASET Office of the Dean. This application requires a resumé and an essay of 500 words or less addressing why you want to be a computer science professional. Application deadline: the last day of February for an award the following academic year. Submit application materials to: Lori Arsenault, Administrative Manager Office of the Dean 104 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5142 or loria@usm.maine.edu. top of page Updated 1/29/2007 Engineering Majors Masi Magnetic Research Scholarship Criteria: Eligible students must be enrolled as degree candidates in the engineering program, have at least a 3.0 GPA, and will be engaged in engineering research during the semester following receipt of the award. Application: Complete the application online, or Download an ASET Scholarship application and submit it to the ASET Office of the Dean. This application also requires an essay of 500 words or less discussing professional and educational goals in the field of engineering. Application deadline: the last day of February for an award the following academic year. Submit application materials to: Lori Arsenault, Administrative Manager Office of the Dean 104 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5142 or loria@usm.maine.edu. top of page Updated 1/29/2007 Industrial Technology or Environmental Science Majors William G. Hooper & Laura S. Hooper Scholarship Criteria: This scholarship will be awarded to students majoring in technology education or applied technical education, with priority going to those students who are nontraditional. Nontraditional students are defined as those qualified for independent status by federal financial aid regulations. Recipients must be enrolled at least half-time (6 hours per semester) in order to receive the award. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required and recipients must have financial need as determined by the Office of Student Financial Aid. Application: Complete the application online, or Download an ASET Scholarship application and submit it to the ASET Office of the Dean. This application also requires an essay of 500 words or less discussing professional and educational goals in the field of engineering. Application deadline: March 23, 2007 for an award in the 2007/2008 academic year. Submit application materials to: Lori Arsenault, Administrative Manager Office of the Dean 104 John Mitchell Center 37 College Ave, Gorham, ME 04038 207-780-5142 or loria@usm.maine.edu. top of page Updated 3/16/2007 Scholarships from other organizations AGC of Maine Education Foundation Scholarship Program Serving Construction-Related Careers Criteria: Must be a Maine resident, entering or enrolled in an undergraduate construction-related field of study at an accredited Maine post-secondary institute, must demonstrate a financial need and meet reasonable academic standards. Application: To apply for this scholarship, please download and submit an AGC Scholarship application according to instructions on the application. For more information call: John Butts, Associated Constructors of Maine, Augusta, Maine 207-622-4741. Application deadline is March 24, 2006. Updated 2/6/2006 Note: You may apply for any scholarships for which you are qualified. Please submit a separate application and essay for each scholarship. Submit fully completed applications and materials by mail or in person. Winners will be notified during March, 2006. In addition to the above scholarships, USM students may be eligible for other general scholarships. Visit the Office of Financial Aid for a complete listing. Click on "USM Scholarship Resources." Other scholarships are available to ASET students by faculty nomination based on academic success, including the L.L. Bean Maine Business for USM Scholars (for Environmental Science), Environmental Science Alumni Scholarship (for Environmental Science), Lawrence N. Cilley Scholarship (for Technology Education), New England Association of Technology Teachers (for Technology Education), Clifford Parsons Scholarship (for Technology Education). Many thanks to all of our scholarship donors. For more information about contributing to ASET scholarship, please write to loria@usm.maine.edu, or call 207-780-5142. top of page