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Dan and Vicky Hancock Scholarship for Mechanical Engineering Excellence

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$7,500

deadline Due: February 28, 2027

Eligibility

Dan and Vicky Hancock Scholarship for Mechanical Engineering Excellence, with an application deadline in February, offers one award in the amount of $7500. Restricted to those with financial need.

Description

The Dan and Vicky Hancock Scholarship for Mechanical Engineering Excellence, established by Dan and Vicky Hancock, provides financial support for students pursuing college degrees in the field of mechanical engineering. Dan and Vicky believe strongly in helping others and giving back to the community through their many philanthropic and volunteer activities. Applicants must be planning to pursue a Mechanical Engineering degree through an ABET-accredited program. Preference is given to students planning to attend or already attending Kettering University. Incoming freshmen must have a minimum unweighted high school GPA of 3.50; and current college students must have a cumulative college GPA of 3.0. Applicants must demonstrate service in a leadership role inside or outside of school. Applicants must submit two Letters of Recommendation, one that focuses on academics and one that details the applicant's involvement in extra-curricular activities or employment. It is preferred that the extra-curricular activity be related to academic degree or career intent. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Society of Automotive Engineers for more information.