SES Student Scholarship Program

SES Student Scholarship Value: $1,000

The Society for Standardization Professionals established a Scholarship Program in 2017 to support students who study standards in their academic curriculum. We know that each new generation of students holds the potential for helping us achieve our mission to increase awareness and the use of standards.

Submit Your Application for the 2026 SES Student Scholarship Program

Eligibility

The SES welcomes applications from full or part-time students who:

• Are an undergraduate or graduate student in any academic discipline;
• Are enrolled in University or College;
• Use Standards in their academic curriculum.

Selection Criteria

The Scholarship Committee uses the following criteria in choosing a winner:

•  Academic achievement;
•  Leadership Qualities;
•  Concern for others/volunteerism;
•  Demonstrate use of Standards in academic curriculum;
•  Demonstrate the importance of standards in future career goals.

Application Requirements

1. The applicant must complete an application in English addressing the qualifications noted above and stating his or her qualifications and achievements in each of these areas.
2. Applicants must submit a copy of his or her most recent academic transcript in English.
3. Applicants must submit with two (2) letters of recommendation from a faculty member or someone involved in their academic experience in English. 
4. The application including qualifications and achievements, letter of recommendation and transcript must reach SES Scholarship Committee by February 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM PDT.
5. Scholarship awards will be announced in the spring of 2026 and distribution of funds will be made at the SES Annual Conference in June.

Terms and Conditions

SES reserves the right to render a final determination on eligibility for scholarship. The student scholarship is subject to change at any time. Finalists chosen for consideration must agree to be interviewed by the selection committee.

Submit Your Application for the 2026 SES Student Scholarship Program

Thank You to our 2026 SES Student Scholarship Sponsors:

Sponsorship

We invite additional individuals and organizations to support the SES Scholarship Program. Sponsors will be highlighted in print and online advertising for the scholarship program and receive visibility during the SES Annual Conference awards ceremony.

Become as a scholarship sponsor today! Contact SES at admin@ses-standards.org.