American Society of Safety Engineers Foundation Scholarship Award Program for US and Non-US Students and Professionals

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ASSE Foundation Scholarship Award Program

Course(s) Offered: Safety, Health, Environment
Course Level: Undergraduate, Graduate
Provider: ASSE Foundation
Country to Study in: USA

Scholarship Description
The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) Foundation is happy to offer the ASSE Scholarships and Grants for both US and Non-US students. 

The American Society of Safety Engineers exists to provide programs that advance the safety profession. It exists because safety matters - for workers, for families, and for the future of our world. The ASSE awards are for students majoring in occupational safety, health, and the environment.

If your degree is not an Occupational safety and health (OS&H) degree, and you desire to obtain any of the ASSE scholarships award, it is your responsibility to make the case in your student narrative for why your studies are relevant to ASSE's mission of guiding the safety profession forward. 

Eligibility
Non-U.S. citizens are eligible for all of ASSE scholarships except: the America Responds Memorial Scholarship, the UPS Diversity Scholarship, the Harry Taback 9/11 Memorial Scholarship and the Steven Kane Memorial Scholarship.

Awards are for students majoring in occupational safety, health and the environment and closely related degrees. 

To apply to any of the awards, ASSE membership is not required, but it is strongly preferred. [A one-year student member costs only $15 and is a worthwhile investment.]

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• A GPA of 3.0 if applying as an undergraduate and 3.5 if applying as a graduate
• At least 60 semester hours of undergraduate credits attained, or 24 if you are seeking an associate’s degree
• Graduating in May 2017 or later

Students applying for Foundation undergraduate or graduate must graduate in May 2014 or later.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries (both US and non-US nationals)

Participating Institutions
All institutions of higher learning in the United States;
The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), USA.

Fields of study
The core degrees would be those in occupational safety, health, and environment. If your degree is not specifically an OHS degree, you are still eligible to apply for these scholarships. If you do, it is your responsibility in your application to make the case to the ASSE committee about why your program or your focus relates to ASSE mission

Number of awards
ASSE offers more than 100 awards each year

Sponsorship duration
Scholarships and grants are a one-time financial contribution toward your program

Scholarship benefits
ASSE scholarships and grants range from $500 to $15,000 each

Method of Application
You do NOT need to fill out more than one application if you want to apply for more than one scholarship. Only a single application must be filled out for either program to be eligible for all available awards. By completing the 'Online Application', you will automatically be considered for all awards. If selected for an award, you will be matched with one based on the criteria set forth by the fund’s donor. Your application must be 100% complete before submitting. If any sections' completion bar does not read 100%, the system will not allow you to submit your application. Your letter of recommendation must also be uploaded for you to submit your application.

It is important to read through the 'Frequently Asked Questions' and also to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information of how to apply

DEADLINES:
Applications for both scholarships and grants are accepted online from September 1 through December 1 each year. Deadline for submission is December 1 by 11:59pm EST. 

PLEASE NOTE:
All applications will be reviewed by the ASSE Foundation Scholarship Award & Selection Committee. Scholarship and grant applicants will be notified in April as to the status of their application

Founded in 1911, the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) is the oldest professional safety society and is committed to protecting people, property and the environment.

Application Deadline: 1 December 2017
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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