NSPE Scholarships

The awarding of all NSPE Education Foundation scholarships is dependent on NSPE Education Foundation funds being available in the annual cycle in which the NSPE Education Foundation scholarship is awarded.

The application process is set to open early 2025.

If you have specific questions, please email students@nspe.org.

Undergraduate

Steinman Scholarship

The Steinman Scholarship is awarded annually to undergraduates entering or continuing their junior year in a four-year ABET-accredited engineering program. The award is for $5,000 and five (5) scholarships will be awarded. 

Auxiliary Legacy Scholarship

The NSPE Education Foundation Auxiliary Legacy Scholarship is awarded annually to a female undergraduate entering or continuing their junior year of a four-year ABET-accredited engineering program. Multiple awards are potentially available. The award is for $5,000 and two (2) scholarships will be awarded. 

Graduate, Undergraduate

George B. Hightower, P.E. Fellowship

The NSPE Education Foundation George B. Hightower, P.E. Fellowship is awarded annually to a current engineering undergraduate or graduate student who is enrolled in, or graduated from, an ABET-accredited engineering program. The award is for $3,000 and two (2) scholarships will be awarded. 

NSPE Committees

Volunteers are the heart of NSPE and essential to advancing our mission. We need your expertise and welcome the diverse and unique perspectives of all members.

Why Volunteer?

• Be connected – Volunteering at NSPE is a great opportunity to grow your professional network and connect with other leaders in the field.
• Show Support – Give back to the engineering community and show your support for the work of your professional society.
• Make an Impact – No matter how and where you choose to engage, your service will make a positive impact on the engineering community.
• Volunteer on your own time – There are many opportunities to engage, whether you have a little or a lot of time to give.

Applications for NSPE’s 2025-26 committees will open in early May 2025. The deadline to apply is 5:00 pm ET June 4. Applicants will be confirmed by August 2025. Terms begin immediately and run through June 30, 2026,  unless otherwise specified.

Please note: Each year, NSPE receives many requests from members eager to share their experience and knowledge by volunteering. While every effort will be made to place you in your desired engagement level, we may be unable to make a match due to the limited number of positions. Even if we are unable to place you for the coming year, we will keep your request on file for future opportunities. Please also visit Get Involved to learn more about other opportunities at NSPE.

NSPE Recognition

Each year, NSPE honors professional engineers whose achievements exemplify excellence, innovation, and leadership in the field. From rising stars to seasoned experts, our awards celebrate those who make a meaningful impact on the profession—and your nominee could be next.

Why Nominate?

• Elevate Excellence - Shine a spotlight on engineers whose work is shaping our communities and advancing the profession.
• Boost Visibility - Recognition from NSPE raises the profile of honorees within the engineering community and beyond.
• Inspire Others - Sharing these stories motivates future generations of engineers to aim higher.

Our Prestigious Awards Include:

• Federal Engineer of the Year Award
• NSPE Fellows
• NSPE Award
• New Professional Award
• QBS Award

How to Nominate:

1. Explore the Awards - Review categories, criteria, and past recipients.
2. Identify a Candidate - You may nominate a peer, colleague, or community member whose work stands out. If you wish to be considered yourself, you are encouraged to connect with a peer who can submit a nomination on your behalf.
3. Follow the Process - Prepare the nomination package according to the guidelines and submit within the Call for Nominations window.
4. Need Help? - Contact the NSPE Awards team at awards@nspe.org.

By nominating someone - or encouraging others to nominate you - you help ensure that outstanding contributions to our profession are recognized, celebrated, and remembered.

How to Apply

1. Register

Click on the "Register" link and complete and submit the registration form.

2. Login

Login to the platform with your email and password.

3. Create

Create your online application.

4. Save

During the Call for Applications period, your application can be saved as DRAFT until all the required information is completed and attachments uploaded. As each section is complete, you will see a appear in the category tab when the application is saved. At any time, you can download and print your application by clicking on the icon in the Application Summary section.

5. Submit

On completion, save your Application as FINAL. Download and print a copy of your application for your records by clicking on the icon in the Application Summary section in the right column. Note: If an update is required prior to the Call for Applications period, you can make the update and resave as FINAL.