This newly redesigned program provides financial assistance to SMEA members and their families pursuing college, trade school, certification programs, and other career-focused educational opportunities.

To better recognize outstanding applicants, SMEA has introduced a tiered scholarship structure that allows larger awards for students who demonstrate exceptional achievement, leadership, community involvement, and dedication to their educational goals.

Scholarship Award Levels
SMEA Excellence Scholarship – 2 awards of $2,000
SMEA Leadership Scholarship – 4 awards of $1,000
SMEA Rising Star Scholarship – 14 awards of $500

Applicants must be:
A current SMEA member
A dependent family member of an SMEA member
The spouse of an SMEA member

Scholarships are available to eligible high school seniors, college students, trade school students, and individuals pursuing career-focused educational programs.

Application Requirements
Applicants must submit the following:

Completed SMEA Scholarship Application
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
Current transcript (unofficial transcripts accepted with application)
Current letter of recommendation
Proof of enrollment prior to receiving scholarship funds
Participation in a phone interview by the Scholarship Committee

Scholarship recipients are selected based on financial need, academic effort, leadership, community involvement, educational goals, and overall application quality. Applicants may receive a maximum of two SMEA scholarship awards during their academic career.

The application period for the SMEA Scholarship Program has now closed. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept late or incomplete applications. We appreciate your interest in the program and encourage you to apply again during the next scholarship application period.