How much funding does GEA Scholars Program provide?

GEA Scholars Program provides $10,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for GEA Scholars Program?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for GEA Scholars Program?

Eligible applicants: Pre-engineering students pursuing studies in STEM; Students from underrepresented communities; Students whose dreams centered on becoming an engineer but faced barriers due to lack of opportunity.

GEA Scholars Program

University of Louisville Foundation Inc

Foundation STEM Education Grants Grants for Minorities

Funding Amount

$10,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Pre-engineering students pursuing studies in STEM
Students from underrepresented communities
Students whose dreams centered on becoming an engineer but faced barriers due to lack of opportunity

Overview

Overview:
A scholarship program developed in partnership between the J.B. Speed School of Engineering at the University of Louisville and GE Appliances to support aspiring engineers from underrepresented communities.

Eligibility:

Pre-engineering students pursuing studies in STEM
Students from underrepresented communities
Students whose dreams centered on becoming an engineer but faced barriers due to lack of opportunity

What the Scholarship Covers:

Tuition assistance: $5,000 per semester
Tutoring support
Mentoring opportunities
Networking opportunities with GE Appliances
Career development opportunities

Program Focus:

Designed to alleviate financial hardship and allow students to focus on academics
Strengthens the pipeline of minority engineering professionals
Provides additional support beyond financial aid to ensure student success
Combats negative conceptions of pre-engineering students
Prepares students with skills needed for career success

Geographic Scope: University of Louisville, Kentucky, US