Simpson Strong-Tie Structural Engineering/Architecture Student Scholarship Program -

Let’s be honest, going to school and majoring in structural engineering or architecture is not easy. Just look at Paul McEntee’s post about his experience with his semester long course in Statics at 7:00 AM complete with Friday pop quizzes for proof in our post about Statics and Testing. While these majors may be a challenge, we know that the degree at the end is well worth the effort. Our industry is a great one to work in and not only do we make other people’s lives better, but we also can save lives too. Which is exactly why Simpson Strong-Tie has developed a structural engineering/architecture scholarship program.

Simpson Strong-Tie Company, Inc. established the scholarship program to assist architecture and structural engineering students by supporting education and encouraging the design and building of safer structures in our communities. Just last year, Simpson Strong-Tie awarded 38 scholarships of $1,000. This year, Simpson Strong-Tie is making an even bigger investment and offering up to 57 awards of $2,000 for the 2014/2015 academic school year. Applicants must be enrolled as juniors (60 semester hours or equivalent) or seniors in full-time undergraduate study in architecture or structural engineering at one of the colleges or universities listed below. Click here to learn more about the specifics about the Structural Engineering/Architecture Student Scholarship Program.

Boise State University
Brigham Young University
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
California State Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo
California State University, Sacramento
Clemson University
Florida International University
Georgia Institute of Technology
Iowa State University
Louisiana State University
Ohio State University, Columbus
Oklahoma State University
Oregon Institute of Technology
Oregon State University
Penn State University Park
Portland State University
Purdue University, West Lafayette
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Texas Tech University
University of Arizona
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Davis
University of California, Los Angeles
University of Cincinnati
University of Florida
University of Idaho
University of Illinois at Urbana, Champaign
University of Maine, Orono
University of Miami
University of Michigan
University of North Texas
University of the Pacific
University of South Carolina, Columbia
University of Southern California
University of Texas, Arlington
University of Texas, Austin
University of Washington
University of Wyoming
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Washington State University

Here are some pictures of the students who were awarded scholarships from last year:

Hannah Miller – Cal Poly Pomona Architectural Major

Brian Austin- Civil Engineering Major — Brian Austin- Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Civil Engineering Major

Nicole O’Hearne- Cal Poly San Luis Obispo ARCE Major

Sylvia Tran- USC Civil Engineering Major

Do you know a college student who is studying structural engineering or architecture at the schools listed above? Let them know about this opportunity to help them pay for their schooling. The deadline for applications is April 25, 2014, so share this blog post and spread the word soon! Do you have any questions? Make sure to ask in the comment box below.