Ada I. Pressman Memorial Scholarship

Geographic Scope: Global

Focus Areas: Engineering and related fields

Program Type: Society-Selected Scholarship

One of SWE's 330+ named scholarships available to qualifying undergraduate and graduate students. Part of the broader SWE Scholarship program that annually disburses over $1 million to support women pursuing engineering degrees.

Contact:

• Office: 130 East Randolph Street, Suite 3500, Chicago, IL 60601
• Phone: 1.312.596.5223
• Email: hq@swe.org

Application Process

Applicants apply through the unified SWE scholarship application system:

Step 1: Confirm Your Eligibility

• Must meet general SWE scholarship eligibility requirements
• Be studying engineering or computer science full-time
• Be enrolled in an ABET-accredited program or eligible institution
• Maintain required GPA (3.5 high school or 3.0 university)

Step 2: Apply

• Complete the appropriate application (Emerging First Year, Collegiate/Graduate, or India Scholars)
• Automatically considered for all scholarships you are eligible for, including this named scholarship
• One application covers all applicable opportunities

Step 3: Reference Submission

• One letter of recommendation required
• Reference must submit by deadline

Step 4: Review and Notification

• Awards announced around May/June
• Decisions sent in fall
• Selected recipients provide official transcript and resume

Required Materials:

• Reference contact information
• Unofficial transcript
• Resume (if selected)