## About the SHPE Foundation ScholarSHPE Program The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) Foundation's ScholarSHPE program provides scholarships to Hispanic students pursuing STEM education. SHPE is the nation's largest Hispanic STEM professional organization, and its scholarship program is a cornerstone of its mission to make STEM accessible to all. ### Award Details - **Amounts**: Vary by scholarship; typically $1,000–$10,000 - **Application Deadline**: March annually - **Application Portal**: shpe.org/engage/programs/scholarshpe/ ### Eligibility Requirements - Hispanic/Latino heritage - Currently enrolled or accepted to an accredited U.S. college or university - Pursuing a STEM-related degree - Minimum 3.0 GPA - Active SHPE member (membership required) - U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or DACA status ### Types of Scholarships SHPE Foundation offers multiple scholarships including: - **SHPE Foundation General Scholarship** — For all eligible SHPE members - **SHPE Regional Scholarships** — Funded by regional SHPE chapters - **Corporate-Sponsored Scholarships** — Funded by industry partners (NASA, Boeing, Chevron, etc.) - **SHPE High School Scholarships** — Specifically for outstanding high school seniors ### Benefits Beyond Funding SHPE Scholars gain access to mentorship from SHPE professional members, networking at the national SHPE conference, and career development resources throughout their academic journey.