Paper Technology Foundation (PTF) Scholarships Grant

Paper Technology Foundation (PTF) Scholarships Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Western Michigan University
Amount: US $6,000 - US $10,000
Last Updated: July 25, 2025

Summary

The Paper Technology Foundation (PTF) Scholarships provide financial support for students pursuing paper engineering at Western Michigan University. Offered annually, these scholarships range from $6,000 to $10,000 based on GPA and are renewable for up to four years. Eligible applicants must declare a pre-paper-engineering major and meet academic requirements, including a minimum GPA of 3.0. PTF awards 40 scholarships each year on a first-come, first-served basis, supporting aspiring engineers in their educational journey.

Overview

Paper Technology Foundation (PTF) Scholarships Paper Technology Foundation scholarships are offered over four years. The award for the first-year introductory (fall) semester is $1,000. WMU and PTF scholarships are awarded based on the transcript GPA at the time of admission. 3.85 GPA Award: $10,000 ($2,500/year) 3.60 GPA Award: $9,000 ($2,250/year)3.30 GPA Award: $8,000 ($2,000/year)3.00 GPA Award: $6,000 ($1,500/year) PTF will provide 40 scholarships annually to first-year/transfer qualified applicants on a first-come, first-served basis.  Qualified=admitted with a declared pre-paper-engineering major and the ability to be placed in Paper 1000 (verified math eligibility).

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Renewal Terms and Conditions: Full-time enrollment as a paper engineering primary major (reviewed each semester)Overall 3.0 GPA or higher (reviewed at the end of each academic year)PTF scholarships are awarded to first-year students based on their GPA at the time they are admitted to WMU. Students must list paper engineering as their intended academic major on their application in order to be considered for PTF scholarships. No additional application materials are needed.Satisfy engagement activity requirements (reviewed each semester)Paper or affiliate industry placement (internship or co-op) is required to be eligible for a 4th year scholarshipCitizen of Canada or the United States