ACEC California Scholarship – 2026-27 Academic Year

Awarding up to $100,000 in Scholarships
Applications Due: March 13, 2026 (9:00 PM PST)

Overview

The American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) California Scholarship Foundation is offering scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 for the 2026–27 academic year. Up to $100,000 in total awards will be distributed to students pursuing degrees in:

  • Engineering
  • Land Surveying

Eligibility Requirements

To apply, students must:

  • Be entering their junior, senior, fifth-year, or master's program in Fall 2025
  • Be studying engineering or land surveying
  • Meet all eligibility criteria listed on the official application page
    👉 https://acec-ca.org/scholarshipapp 

Additional Scholarship Opportunities

Students from the following regions may qualify for up to $50,000 in additional rewards offered by local ACEC California Chapters:

  • Riverside/San Bernardino
  • Orange County
  • Los Angeles
  • San Diego

Applicants may also apply for ACEC National scholarships, which award over $1 million annually to engineering and land surveying students across the U.S.

For questions or assistance:
staff@acec-ca.org
916-441-7991