Scholarships

More than $95 Million Available

The Robotics Education & Competition (REC) Foundation seeks to increase student interest and involvement in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) by engaging students in hands-on, sustainable and affordable curriculum-based robotics engineering programs.

We are excited to work with more than 80 universities, colleges, and organizations who offer scholarship opportunities to students who compete in our programs. The REC Foundation encourages every student to continue their education and pursue careers in STEM related fields.


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The PDK Educational Foundation offers 30 non-renewable scholarships to high school seniors totaling $35,000. Scholarships range in value and can be for Education/Teaching programs at any college or university. Applicants are required to submit an essay.

PixelPlex

$2,000
The $2,000 PixelPlex Bi-Annual STEM Scholarship was established to help support and inspire students to pursue further education in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), as well as economics and business. One student will be chosen from the applicant pool and will be awarded based on the strength of their written essay. […]
The PLC Training Organization strives to improve the quality of automation training, and works to bridge the gap between the education being delivered and what employers actually need. As part of the application students will submit a 600 or more words on the topic of “New or Future Industrial Automation Technology”. The submission will require Internet research and demonstration that […]
Are you a high school or college student studying to become a nurse, doctor, chiropractor, or another medical specialist? Pro Care Medical Centers want to help you on your journey with a $500 annual scholarship.
Rensselaer is proud to offer up to ten four-year VEX Robotics scholarships (minimum of $12,500 per year), for a total minimum value of $50,000 each, to high school juniors who are participating on a VEX Robotics team. Applicants must have junior status in high school or the equivalent. Applications should be submitted by students in […]

Rocket Lab

$10,000
Rocket Lab now operates a series of world-first education programs, including its international Space Ambassador program, that delivers inspiring and interactive education experiences to schools and  students. The company has also supported more than 60 tertiary students through internships at Rocket Lab, with 90% of those students graduating into full time permanent positions. Rocket Lab […]
Up to five scholarships will be presented at the Indianapolis VRC competition to the winners of the Excellence Award. Each Scholarship is valued at $10,000 for four years. Students must apply and be accepted to The Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. This Scholarship is open to high school juniors and seniors. Early action admission is required.
Kentucky Student Technology Leadership Program Scholarship is targeted towards students in rural Kentucky communities who have a passion for technology.
SAE International is offering one scholarship for an engineering or related science degree through an ABET-accredited program. The applicant is required to demonstrate evidence of some type of hands-on automotive experience or activity in areas such as rebuilding engines, working on cars or trucks, tractor repair or working with drones (UAV Challenge, for example), robotics (FIRST, […]
Schulich Leader Scholarships are Canada’s most coveted undergraduate STEM scholarships. One hundred are awarded to entrepreneurial-minded high school graduates enrolling in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math program at 20 partner universities across Canada. Half are valued at $120,000 for engineering scholarships and half are valued at $100,000* for science and math scholarships. Every high […]
The Department of Defense (DoD) Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program is a combined educational and workforce development opportunity for bachelors, masters, and Ph.D. students to gain technical skills in critical STEM fields and support the national security mission of DoD. SMART offers full tuition, summer internships, and guaranteed civilian employment with […]
The SME Education Foundation annually awards millions in scholarships to high school seniors, undergraduates and post-graduate students pursuing 2-year or 4-year degrees in manufacturing or engineering.   Scholarships range from $1,000 - $6,000 Criteria varies by scholarship. Minimum GPA – 2.0/4.0 Must be a permanent resident or citizen of the United States or Canada. Student […]
The Southern Automotive Women's Forum offers renewable scholarships to women in Automotive fields.
St. Cloud Technical & Community College is excited to support VEX Robotics participants in continuing their educational journey and welcome them into pathways for a career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). SCTCC Foundation is pleased to offer (1) full-ride scholarship to a student who is planning on being a full-time student in one […]
The "Steve Sanghi Scholarship Award" is for Arizona students who are participants in VEX Robotics Qualified Competitions. Arizona students participating in any Qualified VEX tournaments are encouraged to apply for this $1,000 per academic year scholarship ($500 per semester) – which may be renewable for up to four years.
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