SCHOLARSHIPS 

Each year, ASEI awards scholarships to outstanding student members that have achieved academic excellence in their field of interest. ASEI's investment into the educational pursuits of its younger members provides the necessary support they need to attain their goals. Scholarship awards are based on (a) demonstrated ability, (b) academic achievement, including GPA/honors/awards, (c) career objectives, (d) financial hardship, (e) faculty recommendations, (f) student involvement in science fair, campus activities, (g) industrial exposure including part-time work and internships, and (h) involvement in ASEI and other community activities.

ASEI KALPANA CHAWLA SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was instituted in memory of the highly accomplished NASA astronaut named Kalpana Chawla. She was one of the seven distinguished astronauts who lost their lives on the Columbia Shuttle Flight STS-107. This scholarship is in recognition of her contribution in the field of aerospace engineering for the benefit of mankind. The candidate will be judged for excellence in academics, leadership, and technical expertise. This annual scholarship will be awarded to one deserving graduate student in engineering at the ASEI National Convention. The scholarship amount is $2000.

ASEI UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS
ASEI awards several merit scholarships every year to students attending graduate & undergraduate studies in any field of engineering, architecture, computer or allied science at an accredited college or university in the USA. The scholarship awards are presented at the ASEI National Convention. The scholarships range from $500 to $1000.

CRITERIA FOR SCHOLARSHIP SELECTION

The candidate must:

1. Be of Indian descent
2. Enrolled as a full-time student in engineering, computer or allied science in a U.S. ABET accredited universtiy
3. Have a grade point average of at least:
   • Undergraduate - 3.2/4.0 
   • Graduate - 3.5/4.0
   • Kalpana Chawla 3.7/4.0
4. A demonstrated need for scholarship money
5. Attend the national convention (exceptions considered case by case)
6. Be a current or become a new ASEI student member (see registration page)
7. Have demonstrated academic and technical excellence in their field of study
8. Demonstrate leadership potential
9. Have involvement in community service activities

For information or questions, please contact scholarships@aseisocal.net.