Mechanical and Aeronautical Scholarships

The MAE Merit Scholarship Award

Guidelines for MAE Merit Scholarships- Fall 2013

The objectives of MAE Merit Scholarships are:

To attract meritorious students into Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering undergraduate programs.

To retain and encourage the students with excellent academic performance in these programs.

The funds for these scholarships were obtained from the differential tuition being implemented at the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences from January 2013 (spring).

Selection Criteria:

Sophomore/Junior/Senior: Fall 2013

A minimum GPA of 3.0 (at the time of application)

Application should include

Resume (one page maximum)

Endorsement of the application from a MAE faculty member (preferred) or a Science/Math professor if you have not taken MAE course yet.

Essay on career objectives and goals (one page maximum)

Transfer credits can also be counted while making the decision. International students on twinning programs will have to provide copies of their academic transcripts.

Endorcements for transfer students may be from faculty at the previous institution.

Students must re-apply every year.

All students enrolled in the Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering undergraduate program are eligible to apply.

Undecided pre-engineering students may also apply. However, they would have to enroll in the mechanical/aeronautical engineering program prior to the final award of the scholarship.

No separate recommendation letter required.

Facts to know…

Each scholarship is for $1,000/semester. Number of Scholarships will depend on the total funds available. The total amount of scholarship dollars awarded within each program should be approximately proportional to the number of students enrolled in that program.

Students with Medallion/Dean Scholarship are not eligible for these scholarships.

For financial need-based scholarships, please contact the MAE Office.

Last date for the submission of applications: April 19, 2013

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The D. E. Bluman Memorial Award

Award given to an outstanding student in mechanical engineering who has demonstrated interest and ability in liberal studies. The award is given to a student with at least 30 hours at Western Michigan University and within 30 hours of graduation. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. The award is made during the winter semester and the amount varies. Information on the award is available in the Department of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering.

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The Kalamazoo Antique Auto Restorers Club Scholarship

Awarded annually to students in the mechanical engineering curriculum with an option in automotive engineering and an interest in the restoration of classic cars. Awards are given to students with at least 30 hours completed toward their major and a 3.0 GPA. Two $500 awards are given during the winter semester. Award is not renewable. Apply to the Department of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering Department.

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TowerPinkster Endowed Scholarship

For full-time junior or senior electrical or mechanical engineering students with an interest in environmental design and building. $500 award with an opportunity to apply for an internship at TowerPinkster. Applications are due January 31, 2012 and are available in the Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Department offices (B-236 or F-234).

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Robert J. Mion Memorial Endowed Scholarship in Aeronautical Engineering

Two Scholarships ($1000 each per semester) available. Undergraduate (junior/senior), Graduate students (Master/Ph.D) are eligible to apply. Preference will be given to graduate students who have focus on aeronautical/aerospace engineering or those working on projects related to energy and environment or undergraduate students, who are planning to pursue graduate studies in aforementioned areas. The recipients shall have a minimum GPA of 3 at the time of application.

Format for applications:

Graduate Students (Masters/Ph.D):

Personal information: Contact (Address, e-mail, Phone numbers) Educational qualifications: Previous degree obtained, GPA, (please attach transcripts for at least one year preceding your current academic year), Degree pursuing, anticipated graduation date, Research statement/abstract (maximum 2 pages), Recommendation letter by MAE faculty (one)

Undergraduate students (Aeronautical/Mechanical) –Junior/senior

Personal information: Contact (Address, e-mail, Phone numbers)
Educational qualifications: Current GPA in the degree program, (attach undergraduate transcripts), Statement describing ‘why you want to go to graduate school?, Future career goals- maximum two pages), one letter of recommendation from MAE faculty

Last Date for submission of applications: 26th October, 2012 by COB @ 5 pm

Graduate Assistantship

Graduate assistantship is available for pursuing master degree in Mechanical Engineering at Department of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering, Western Michigan University. The preferred research areas, not limited to, are Li-ion battery and hybrid vehicle performance testing, characterization, integration, and system design and optimization technologies. Previous experience related to energy storage and or battery research is highly recommended but not required.

The assistantship is available from Spring Semester of 2011 and screening will continue as applications arrive until awarded. Interested parties have to apply for graduate studies in the department and qualify for admission in the graduate program at the department. For more information one can contact the Department Office or send an email to Cavid@wmich.edu or Bade.Shrestha@wmich.edu