Purdue Engineering Student Council

Scholarships

Merit Fund

The Merit Fund was started as a way for PESC to give back to Purdue's engineering community by providing monetary support for engineering organizations on campus. Through this award, PESC strives to encourage and facilitate the creation and implementation of a wide array of engineering related activities and programs that will have an impact on Purdue and the community. Funds are awarded in both the fall and spring semesters after an application and interview process.

The organization must be a student-run Purdue University Engineering organization. It is not necessary to have “engineering” in the title of the organization; however, the project should involve facilitating interest in engineering or promoting the knowledge of engineering principles. The finances awarded through Merit Fund are intended to support one-time future project costs. In the past, such funds have supported various outreach programs, research, and engineering-related goals. The funds may not be used for catering social events, creating logo wear, etc.

Merit Fund Application

Typically Offered: Fall & Spring - Engineering Student Organizations Only

Industrial Scholarship

Sponsored by donations from companies participating in PESC's career fairs, the Industrial Scholarship grants students attending Industrial Roundtable in the fall the opportunity to be rewarded for their efforts to further their careers and experience. The Industrial Scholarship is awarded to students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement, involvement in the Purdue community, and a passion for engineering. PESC is proud to recognize Industrial Scholarship winners for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence on Purdue’s campus.

Applications for the Industrial Scholarship are typically due in May. Please note that applications are judged anonymously, so aside from your name and PUID, ensure your submission does not include any identifying details.

2024 Industrial Scholarship applications are now closed.

Typically Offered: Late Spring

EXPO Scholarship

Sponsored by donations from companies participating in PESC's career fairs, the EXPO Scholarship grants students attending EXPO in the spring the opportunity to be rewarded for their efforts to further their careers and experience. The EXPO Scholarship is awarded to students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement, involvement in the Purdue community, and a passion for engineering. PESC is proud to recognize EXPO Scholarship winners for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence on Purdue’s campus.

Applications for the EXPO Scholarship are typically due in late fall. Please note that applications are judged anonymously, so aside from your name and PUID, ensure your submission does not include any identifying details.

2025 EXPO Scholarship applications are now closed.

Typically Offered: Late Fall

Resilience Scholarship

The Resilience Scholarship recognizes engineering students at Purdue who have demonstrated the ability to overcome obstacles both before and during their time at the university. This scholarship celebrates students who exemplify resilience and hard work in their journey. Recipients embody Purdue’s spirit of determination in all that they do.

Applications consist of three free-response prompts and will be evaluated holistically. All submissions will remain confidential and will only be reviewed by the selection committee.

Resilience Scholarship applications are now closed.

Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

Well-Engineered Scholarship

The Well-Engineered Scholarship was established by PESC to recognize and support Purdue engineering students who actively advocate for mental health awareness and well-being within the Purdue community. This scholarship seeks to honor individuals who demonstrate a strong personal commitment to well-being while fostering a culture of resilience and support among their peers.

Recipients of the Well-Engineered Scholarship embody the balance between academic rigor and mental wellness, challenging the stigma around self-care in engineering. Through their advocacy, they create lasting impacts on campus by promoting healthier practices, supporting fellow students, and driving initiatives that enhance well-being within the engineering community.

Students may apply through either self-nomination or peer-nomination, with submissions evaluated holistically based on personal well-being practices, impact on peers, advocacy efforts, and reflection on personal growth. The scholarship is awarded annually, with funding distributed across multiple tiers based on the strength of applicants’ contributions.

Well-Engineered Scholarship applications are now closed.

Typically Offered: Fall

Thank You to our Sponsors!

Our career fair scholarships (Industrial & EXPO Scholarships) wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of our incredible industry sponsors. We thank the following companies for supporting students in their academic and professional endeavors.

Gold Tier Sponsors