Associated General Contractors of America Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by Associated General Contractors of America
Program Overview
The AGC Education and Research Foundation provides scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing accredited construction management or construction-related engineering programs. The awards target students enrolled in ABET, ACCE, and select ATMAE-accredited programs and support academic advancement and workforce readiness in the construction industry. The program distributes scholarships nationwide through colleges and universities and has a sustained history of awarding funds to many recipients.
Description: Scholarships are offered to students in accredited construction management and construction-related engineering programs to support progression through degree programs and into industry careers.
- Supports undergraduate and graduate students in accredited programs
- National reach across colleges and universities
- Focused on workforce development in construction and related engineering fields
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the Foundation’s criteria for either the undergraduate or graduate award categories; specific program accreditation requirements include ABET, ACCE, and certain ATMAE accreditations. The application requires two recommendations — one from a teacher and one from an employer — and applicants must notify recommenders in advance. The application is considered incomplete until all sections are filled and the applicant clicks the submit button; a confirmation email is sent after successful submission.
Eligibility: Enrollment in an eligible accredited program and satisfaction of the undergraduate or graduate category criteria; two recommended references are required and must be submitted as part of a complete application.
- Must be enrolled in an ABET, ACCE, or eligible ATMAE-accredited program
- Two recommenders required: one teacher and one employer
- Application is only submitted after all sections are complete and the Submit button is clicked
Award Value
Undergraduate scholarships are awarded at $2,500 per year, with a prorated amount of $1,250 for half-semester enrollment, and may be renewed for up to three years. Graduate awards are $3,750 annually with a maximum total of $7,500. Award payments are distributed according to the Foundation’s schedule and intended to offset tuition and related educational expenses.
Award Value: Undergraduate awards: $2,500 per year ($1,250 for half-semester) renewable up to three years; Graduate awards: $3,750 per year up to $7,500 total.
- Undergraduate: $2,500/year, prorated for half semesters
- Renewal available for undergraduates for up to three years
- Graduate: $3,750/year, maximum $7,500
Application Timeline
The application opens July 1 and must be submitted by midnight Eastern Standard Time on the stated due date. This cycle covers the 2027–2028 academic year beginning in fall 2027. Finalists are notified in February 2027 and proceed to an interview with a contractor in their area; recipients are selected and announced in April 2027, and awards are distributed in fall 2027.
Application Timeline: Application opens July 1; finalist notifications in February 2027; interviews with local contractors follow; recipients announced in April 2027 and awards delivered in fall 2027.
- Application window opens July 1
- Finalist notification: February 2027; recipient announcement: April 2027
- Awards distributed in fall 2027 for the 2027–2028 academic year
History and Impact
Since its inception, the Foundation has awarded more than $11 million in scholarships to over 4,500 students attending institutions across the United States. The program has a measurable impact on preparing students for careers in construction and related engineering fields by reducing financial barriers and connecting students with industry professionals. This sustained investment underscores the Foundation’s role in supporting the next generation of construction professionals.
History of the Award: More than $11 million awarded to 4,500+ students nationwide, reflecting long-term support for education and workforce development in construction.
- $11 million+ in total scholarship awards
- More than 4,500 student recipients
- Longstanding support for construction workforce development