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10/29/2025
Empowering the Next Generation - ACEC Ohio Scholarships Available
ACEC Ohio is proud to support the next generation of engineering leaders! This year, we’re offering four unique scholarship opportunities to help students and early career professionals achieve their goals in the engineering industry.
ACEC Ohio General Scholarship
ACEC Ohio advances and strengthens the engineering industry through programs like our annual scholarship awards, granting four $2,500 scholarships each year.
In partnership with the ACEC Research Institute, we simplify the application process by students applying through AwardSpring.
Applicants are automatically considered for the ACEC Research Institute General Scholarship in addition to the ACEC Ohio Scholarship. Through the ACEC Research Institute scholarship portal, qualified students have access to more than 100+ scholarships totaling nearly $1 million in grants, including a $5,000 NCEES scholarship specifically designated for students from Ohio, as well as both merit and need-based opportunities. The portal will automatically match students with ALL scholarships available to them based on their completed application.
To qualify for consideration for a scholarship, an applicant must be a full or part-time student (junior, senior, or graduate student status) pursuing an engineering or surveying degree and enrolled in an ABET-accredited engineering or surveying program.
Create Your AwardSpring Account and Apply Today!
If students have questions, please reach out Haley Phillippi by email haley.phillippi@acecohio.org or by phone (614) 487-8844.
The deadline for the ACEC Ohio general scholarship application is Monday, January 12, 2026.
CIWP Scholarship
ACEC Ohio also awards one scholarship totaling $1,500 for students enrolled in a Construction Inspection Workforce Program (CIWP). In collaboration with ODOT, this program is a pipeline for the development of the next generation of construction inspectors.
The deadline for the CIWP application is Monday, January 12, 2026.
ACEC Ohio Early Career Professional National Conference Scholarship
ACEC Ohio is offering an early career scholarship for one member to attend the ACEC National Spring Conference. The ACEC Annual Convention & Legislative Summit takes place May 3-6, 2026, in Washington DC.
The conference offers a full schedule of general sessions and smaller issue-based sessions focused on your immediate business needs, along with opportunities to network with peers and vendors, and participate in ACEC Coalitions, committees, and Capitol Hill visits that can empower your firm and your employees.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a current member of ACEC Ohio
- Must be a Rising Leader graduate
- 5-15 years of experience
- Demonstrated leadership - Candidates should demonstrate leadership potential through involvement in professional organizations or community service
Scholarship Benefits:
- Full registration to the Annual Convention & Legislative Summit
- Travel and hotel accommodations
- Networking opportunities with industry leaders and peers
- Congressional visits on Capitol Hill
**This scholarship includes conference attendance, airfare, and hotel accommodations and is valued between $4,000 and $5,000.**
The deadline for this scholarship is Monday, February 23, 2026. The application form will be available beginning November 3.
ACEC Ohio Young Professional of the Year Award
New this year, the Young Professional of the Year Award recognizes the accomplishments of our young professionals who have contributed to the engineering profession and ACEC Ohio.
The Ohio winner is eligible to participate in the ACEC National Young Professional of the Year Award program.
The award will be presented at our Annual Engineering Excellence Awards Luncheon on February 19, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a current member of ACEC Ohio
- Must be an engineer 35 years of age or younger as of December 31, 2025
- Must be a registered Professional Engineer or hold a professional license in their field of expertise
- Nominee shall demonstrate a commitment to their profession and/or community through volunteerism
- Nominee shall be involved in one or more of the following ACEC Ohio programs/activities:
1. Serve on an ACEC Ohio Committee
2. Graduate or currently enrolled in ACEC Ohio's Rising Leadership Program
3. Attend ACEC Ohio conferences/chapter meetings
4. Support ACEC Ohio or National PAC
