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Students pursuing manufacturing-related degrees or certifications at community colleges, trade schools, or universities may apply through SparkForce, The FMA Foundation. Applicants must be full-time (12+ credits) or part-time (6+ credits while working), with a minimum 2.5 GPA at trade or community colleges or 3.0 at universities.
Awards of up to $2,000 are granted twice per year for the fall and spring semesters.
Complete the online application and provide a transcript from your most recently completed full semester before the deadline.
The SparkForce, The FMA Foundation Scholarships awards Up to $2,000.
The deadline is October 1, 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
Key requirements include: Undergraduate; Trade or vocational; Graduate; Mechanical Engineering. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
Students participating in standard AIFS Abroad study or intern abroad programs who demonstrate strong academic achievement and/or community service may apply for the Cultural Engagement Scholarship. The award does not apply to customized faculty-led programs or virtual internships. Recipients receive up to $5,000 toward program costs. Up to four awards are available across fall and spring semesters. Complete both the scholarship application and the AIFS program application. Submit materials by April 15 for fall-semester programs or October 1 for spring-semester programs.
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