Burton and Erma Lewis Structural Engineering Scholarship Grant

Burton and Erma Lewis Structural Engineering Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Society Of Civil Engineers Inc
Last Updated: November 06, 2025

Summary

The Burton and Erma Lewis Structural Engineering Scholarship, established by the estate of Mr. Lewis in 2025, aims to support students pursuing degrees in structural engineering. Awarded annually, the scholarship is available to undergraduate students enrolled in ABET-accredited programs who demonstrate a commitment to the field. Recipients can use the funds for tuition and academic fees, facilitating their education and career development in civil engineering.

Overview

American Society of Civil Engineers The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) represents more than 160,000 members of the civil engineering profession in 177 countries. Founded in 1852, ASCE is the nation’s oldest national civil engineering society. ASCE stands at the forefront of a profession that plans, designs, constructs, and operates society’s economic and social engine – the built environment – while protecting and restoring the natural environment. Through the expertise of its active membership, ASCE is a leading provider of technical and professional conferences and continuing education, the world’s largest publisher of civil engineering content, and an authoritative source for codes and standards that protect the public. The Society advances civil engineering technical specialties through nine dynamic institutes and leads with its many professional- and public-focused programs. Burton and Erma Lewis Structural Engineering Scholarship The Burton and Erma Lewis Structural Engineering Scholarship was established on October 8, 2025 by the estate of Mr. Lewis for the purpose of advancing the science and profession of structural engineering. The Burton and Erma Lewis Structural Engineering Scholarship may be presented annually to one student pursuing a degree in structural engineering. The scholarship may be used toward tuition expenses and other academic fees reasonably and logically associated with an undergraduate program.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. At the time of application and award the individual must be a student enrolled in and who will continue as an undergraduate in an ABET-accredited or equivalent program in civil engineering or related field and must demonstrate a strong interest in pursuing a career in structural engineering.Applicants must be a student member of the society and in good standing at the time of application and award. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.

Ineligibility

Previous recipients of the Burton and Erma Lewis Structural Engineering Scholarship are not eligible to apply.