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Ford Philanthropy

Ford Philanthropy Scholarship

The Ford Philanthropy Scholarship supports undergraduate students pursuing STEM degrees connected to the automotive and mobility industries. The program helps cover both direct and indirect educational costs, including tuition, fees, room and board, books, computer hardware, and career-related skill development.

Award

Up to $10,000

Deadline

September 15, 2026

Level

Undergraduate

Status

16 days left

Computer ScienceData ScienceElectrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringSoftware Engineering

Who is eligible

  • Must be a rising sophomore or junior college or university student
  • Must be from an underrepresented community, or a first-generation college student from a Ford College Network school
  • Must major in Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering
  • Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • Must attend an accredited college or university full-time
  • Must be a resident of Buffalo Metro, Chicago Metro, Cleveland Metro, Detroit Metro, Kansas City Metro, Louisville Metro, Marshall/Battle Creek (Michigan), or West Tennessee (Haywood, Tipton, Lauderdale, Madison, Fayette counties)

What you'll need

  • College transcript, including cumulative GPA
  • One letter of recommendation
  • Documentation of indirect cost
  • Proof of residency

How to apply

  • Access the online application portal via the LNESC host page
  • Complete the online application form
  • Upload the required documents including college transcripts, one letter of recommendation, documentation of indirect costs, and proof of residency
  • Submit the completed application by September 15, 2026

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