ASU Fulton School of Engineering Scholarships: A Comprehensive Guide

The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU) offers a multitude of scholarship and funding opportunities for both graduate and undergraduate students. These opportunities are provided by ASU, the Fulton Schools themselves, and various external sources. This article provides a detailed overview of the scholarships available, focusing on those within the Fulton Schools of Engineering.

Funding Avenues for Graduate Students

Graduate students seeking financial assistance have several avenues to explore, including fellowships, grants, teaching assistantships, and research assistantships. Assistantships provide funding in exchange for teaching or research responsibilities. The application window for many opportunities opens annually on November 1 and closes on February 1, with the deadline for most 2026-27 fellowship opportunities being March 15, 2026. The Fulton Schools of Engineering General Fellowship Application is accessible through Scholarship Universe, along with other graduate opportunities.

Featured Fulton Schools of Engineering Scholarships

Here's a detailed look at some of the specific scholarships offered within the Fulton Schools of Engineering:

1. Engineering Graduate Fellowship (MS only)

Eligibility: Open to both incoming and current MS students (domestic and international) enrolled in the Fulton Schools of Engineering.
Funding: These merit-based awards, ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 for an academic year, are funded by the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering graduate program fee.

2. Joseph A. Peter E. Crouch Excellence Fund

Eligibility: Graduate students involved in interdisciplinary work with engineering and math or education.
Focus: Recognizes the lasting impact of former dean Peter E. Crouch.

3. Chris Fleenor Six Sigma Certification Endowment

Eligibility: Graduate students (domestic and international) enrolled in the Fulton Schools of Engineering and the School's Six Sigma program.
Purpose: Supports graduate students in the Six Sigma program, endowed in memory of Chris Fleenor.

4. Gerald T. Heydt Scholarship for Power Engineering

Eligibility: Graduate students who are U.S. citizens pursuing a graduate degree in the School of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering (ECEE) with an emphasis on power engineering.
Purpose: Awarded annually to support graduate students in the field of power engineering.

5. Betty Hum Graduate Assistantship

Eligibility: Full-time graduate students in the Del E. Webb School of Construction.
Purpose: Created by Betty Hum to support graduate students in the Del E. Webb School of Construction.

6. L.C. Jacobson Graduate Fellowship

Eligibility: Highly qualified graduate students who are Arizona residents and enrolled in a Del E. Webb School of Construction program.
Requirement: Arizona Citizens.

7. Richard E. Mettler Residential Award

Eligibility: Graduate students (U.S. citizens only) in the Del E. Webb School of Construction program with a residential construction option.
Focus: Provides fellowships for graduate students specializing in residential construction.

8. Douglas C. Phoenix/Scottsdale Groundwater Contamination Fellowship for Environmental Science

Eligibility: Graduate students in civil engineering or chemical engineering, with preference given to Arizona residents.
Purpose: Supports graduate students committed to studying and solving environmental problems in Arizona and who demonstrate financial need.

9. Ferdinand A. Stanchi Fellowship

Eligibility: Graduate students (domestic and international) in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering.
Purpose: Provides general financial assistance to graduate students.

10. Ron and Sharon Thomas Graduate Fellowship

Eligibility: U.S. citizens who are non-traditional students (mature, older in age, or mid-career) enrolled in a Ph.D. program in electrical engineering or industrial engineering.

11. Dr. Matthew W. Gerald Farin Memorial Fellowship

Eligibility: Graduate Student.GPA: 3.5 +

12. Darryl E. Metzger Memorial Fellowship

Eligibility: Full-time graduate students in mechanical or aerospace engineering with a minimum ASU GPA of 3.0.
Focus: Supports students doing research in the broadly defined turbomachinery area.

13. Joseph and Sandra Palais Outstanding Doctoral Student Award

Eligibility: Graduating Ph.D. students in electrical engineering.
Requirements: Nominated by faculty advisor, minimum 3.75 ASU GPA, and at least one published research or conference paper.
Purpose: Recognizes outstanding doctoral student achievement.

14. The Irv and Ruby Kaufman Fellowship

Eligibility: Graduate Students (MS and PhD) in Biomedical engineering, Biological design, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Modern Energy production and sustainable use, Solar Energy Engineering and commercialization, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Civil, Environmental, Sustainable Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Human Systems Engineering or Systems Engineering.
Preferences: Research interest preference: Climate Change, Sustainability and Renewable Energy Resource.
Comments: Domestic and international students.

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Comments: ASU, the Fulton Schools, and many sources outside of ASU offer scholarships and funding opportunities.

Additional Scholarship Opportunities

In addition to the Fulton Schools-specific scholarships, students should explore the ASU-wide scholarship database and external funding sources. These resources can provide further opportunities to finance their education.

Funding for Study Abroad and Conferences

Students interested in studying abroad or attending conferences should be aware that ASU offers numerous scholarships for both graduate and undergraduate students to support these endeavors.

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