Rewarding Engineering Success
Western New England University has been selected to receive a prestigious National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM Track II grant—creating new opportunities for talented engineering students with financial need.
Through this program, students can earn up to $15,000 per year in scholarship support, helping reduce financial stress while they focus on building skills, gaining experience, and preparing for a successful engineering career between 2026–2032.
This isn’t just financial aid—it’s a complete support system to help you succeed academically, professionally, and personally.
Student Benefits
Recipients of the scholarship will have access to a wide range of academic and professional development opportunities, including:
- Participation in course-based research and entrepreneurial skill development programs
- An all-expenses-paid summer bridge program, including a stipend
- Fully funded travel to professional conferences during junior and senior years
- Paid opportunities to mentor and support local middle and high school students
- Customized support services through the Career Center and Counseling Services
- Access to learning communities and guest speakers focused on professional skill development
This is a renewable annual scholarship available for the duration of a student’s full-time undergraduate program. It is awarded in addition to existing merit- and need-based financial aid.
Student Responsibilities
Scholarship recipients are expected to:
- Participate in a mandatory pre-enrollment Zoom interview with faculty
- Maintain full-time enrollment and satisfactory academic progress (SAP)
- Submit the FAFSA annually
- Actively participate in all required program activities
- Uphold standards outlined in the Student Handbook, including civility and respect
- Assist with recruitment efforts for future scholarship cohorts
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be a first-year or transfer student enrolling in the fall
- Be admitted to a major within the College of Engineering
- Demonstrate strong academic performance
- Submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
- Demonstrate financial need
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the Admissions Office at 413-782-1321 or learn@wne.edu.