Paul M. Bishop and Family Endowed Award

Brief Description

The Paul M. Bishop and Family Endowed Award was established by the Bishop family to honor the legacy of Paul M. Bishop, a pioneer in the field of civil engineering and a proud CMU alumnus. This award provides financial assistance to talented individuals who have the potential to make a significant impact in the engineering industry.

Host Institution(s)

The Paul M. Bishop and Family Endowed Award is hosted by Central Michigan University, a nationally recognized public research university located in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. CMU is well-known for its strong academic programs in engineering, business, and education.

Level/Field of Study

The scholarship is available to both undergraduate and graduate students who are pursuing degrees in any discipline of engineering. This includes areas such as civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and more.

Number of Awards

Each year, CMU awards one scholarship to an undergraduate student and one scholarship to a graduate student.

Target Group

The Paul M. Bishop and Family Endowed Award is open to all eligible students, regardless of their nationality or citizenship. However, preference is given to students from Michigan who have demonstrated a commitment to their local community.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The undergraduate scholarship provides a one-time award of $2,500, while the graduate scholarship provides a one-time award of $5,000. These funds can be used to cover tuition, books, and other educational expenses.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Paul M. Bishop and Family Endowed Award, applicants must:

• Be enrolled or planning to enroll as a full-time student at CMU
• Be pursuing a degree in engineering
• Demonstrate financial need
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (undergraduate) or 3.5 (graduate)
• Submit a personal statement outlining their academic and personal achievements

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Application Instructions

To apply for the scholarship, interested students must submit a completed application form, along with supporting documents such as transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement. The application deadline is March 1st every year, and winners will be notified by April 1st.

Official Website

For more information and to apply for the Paul M. Bishop and Family Endowed Award, visit the official CMU website.