NBT Scholarship
Students pursuing degrees that will lead to manufacturing careers can apply for scholarships from Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs for up to $3,500.
3 Scholarship Awards in 1 Application
Trade School, Community/Technical College, or University Scholarships
Open to all students pursuing degrees that will lead to a career in manufacturing. Worth Between $1,500 – $2,500
The U.K. Gupta & Family Scholarship
Primary preference to students attending universities in northern Texas. Worth Between $1,500 – $2,500
The John Grossheim Memorial Scholarship
Primary preference to employees and their dependents of FMA Outside Processors Council (OPC) member companies. Worth Between $2,000 – $3,500.
NBT scholarship application and transcript submission deadlines
SPRING 2022 — OPEN
Opens: July 1, 2022
Closes: September 30, 2022
FALL 2022 – UPCOMING
Opens: January 1, 2022
Closes: March 31, 2022.
To Qualify for a Scholarship
Your transcript and application must be received by the deadlines mentioned above or have a postmark by them in order to be eligible for a scholarship award.
For spring terms and for fall terms, application evaluation and scholarship award decisions will be made in November and May, respectively.
Please be aware that official transcripts must be submitted by the college(s) you most recently attended, or ordered through an electronic transcript provider like Parchment or the National Student Clearinghouse, in order to verify your grades. Please give delivery plenty of time.
NBT Scholarship Application Requirements
- Submit an online application.
- Submit an official high school or college transcript from the school where you last completed a semester. For grade verification, official transcripts must be sent by the educational institution(s) you last attend(ed) or requested through an electronic transcript service such as Parchment or National Student Clearinghouse. Only transcripts received electronically or postmarked by the application deadline will be accepted. Submit transcripts via mail to Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs, 2135 Point Boulevard, Elgin, IL 60123. Please allow ample time for delivery.
- Application review and scholarship award decisions will take place in October/November for spring terms and in April/May for fall terms.
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NBT Scholarship Recipient Requirements
- You must reply to the email award notification to accept your award and verify your email address.
- Submit a photo and a signed photo release form.
- Submit contact information for your local media outlets.
- You must complete the process to start your one-year complimentary Student membership ($25 value) of the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, Intl. (FMA), if not already a member.
- You must notify NBT if you wish to receive a 365-day license for the student version of SolidWorks™ CAD Software.
NBT Scholarship Program Guidelines
- Annual award amounts and the number of scholarships available will be determined by the NBT Board of Directors. The NBT board may create new scholarship categories and/or revise the approved fields of study at its discretion.
- Completed and eligible applications are evaluated by a committee of scholarship reviewers comprised of volunteer members, donors, and partners from the manufacturing industry.
- Scholarship award funds will be sent directly to the financial aid department of the school the applicant will attend only. Award checks will not be mailed to applicants, parents of applicants, or to faculty departments (e.g., Engineering, Welding, Mfg Technology, etc.).
- A scholarship award may be used to defray the cost of tuition, books (when purchased through college store) and school fees. Required educational equipment or tools may also be covered, but only if they are available for purchase directly through the college store. Awards cannot be used for housing, meals, or specialty clothing — nor can scholarship funding be held for use beyond the school year in which awarded.
- Scholarship winners are responsible for advising NBT of any change in mailing address, phone number, or email address. Send notifications to foundation@fmanet.org or call (815) 399-8700.
- NBT will retain records pertaining to receipt of donations to the scholarship fund and disbursement and use of scholarship funds.
- Staff, directors, and officers of FMA, FMAC, NBT, or members of the selection committees of NBT, as well as their children and relatives are ineligible.
- NBT will investigate any suspected misuse of funds and/or seek recovery of disbursed funds if misuse is determined. Recovered funds will be dedicated for charitable purposes.
Recommended Fields of Study for NBT Scholarships Consideration.
Final — Approved June 29, 2017
For Community College or Technical/Trade School Applicants
- Additive Manufacturing/3D Printing
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Automation Systems
- Computer Aided Design/CAD Technology
- CNC Machining/Manufacturing
- Electronics Technology
- Industrial Automation Maintenance
- Industrial Electrician
- Industrial Technology
- Industrial Maintenance
- Machine Tool Technology
- Manufacturing Technology
- Materials Science
- Mechatronics
- Metal Fabricating
- Metallurgical Technology
- Nondestructive Testing/Inspection
- Precision Sheet Metal Fabrication
- Quality Assurance/Improvement
- Robotics Technology
- Tool & Die
- Welding
For University Applicants
- Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering
- Agricultural/Biological Systems Engineering
- CAD/Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Electrical Engineering
- Industrial Design/Drafting
- Industrial Engineering
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Manufacturing Technology
- Materials Science Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Nondestructive Testing/Inspection
- Operations & Technology Management
- Quality Technology/Engineering
- Robotics/Mechatronics/Automation
- Supply Chain Management
- Welding Engineering
NBT Scholarship Eligibility Requirements
- Currently enrolled in or entering a certificate or degree program which leads to a manufacturing career on a full-time basis (12 or more credit hours).
- Have a 2.5 GPA for trade, community, or technical colleges or 3.0 GPA for universities.
