ACI Foundation Scholarships
Scholarship Sponsored by American Concrete Institute
Application Cycle (2027–2028)
The application cycle for the 2027–2028 academic year is now open. Applicants should read all instructions on the ACI Foundation’s website and gather required materials before starting an application to streamline the process. You can save your progress and return to edit or finalize your submission up until the deadline. Awardees will be announced during the ACI Concrete Convention in the spring.
Description: The ACI Foundation administers multiple scholarships and awards for students pursuing education and careers related to concrete materials, design, and construction. Applications require written materials and essays that demonstrate technical interest and potential.
Application Timeline: The current cycle is open for 2027–2028; specific deadlines and award announcement dates are posted on the ACI Foundation website and may vary by award.
- Cycle for 2027–2028 is open now.
- Save-and-return functionality is available during the application period.
- Awardees are determined at the spring ACI Concrete Convention.
ACI 201 Undergraduate Concrete Durability Scholarship
The ACI 201 Undergraduate Concrete Durability Scholarship supports undergraduate students pursuing coursework related to concrete construction, design, education, or materials, with demonstrated interest in durability. The award recognizes academic and professional promise in concrete durability topics and encourages continued study in related fields. Specific application requirements and selection criteria are detailed on the ACI Foundation site.
Description: Awarded to an undergraduate student during their award term who is enrolled in a degree program that covers concrete construction, design, education, or materials and who shows an interest in durability.
Eligibility: Open to undergraduate students enrolled in relevant degree programs; applicants should document coursework and interest in concrete durability as part of their submission.
- Targets undergraduates focused on concrete durability.
- Requires demonstration of interest through application materials.
- Full application instructions are available from the ACI Foundation.
ACI Foundation Concrete Practitioner
The ACI Foundation Concrete Practitioner award is aimed at undergraduates interested in careers in construction or as design professionals. Successful applicants typically demonstrate attention to detail, project management ability, interpersonal skills, and problem-solving aptitude. The submission essay should describe how the applicant has innovated, designed, or improved a method or product; there is no internship requirement for this award.
Description: Awarded to undergraduate students preparing for careers in construction or design professions, emphasizing practical and professional competencies.
Eligibility: Undergraduate students with an interest in construction or design careers; applicants should highlight relevant technical and interpersonal skills in their essay.
- Focuses on practical career preparation in construction and design.
- Applicants must demonstrate innovation or improvement in an essay.
- No internship is required to apply.
Additional Opportunities
The ACI Foundation offers many other scholarships and awards beyond those listed here. Each award has its own eligibility criteria, submission requirements, and deadlines, so applicants should review individual listings carefully. Visit the ACI Foundation’s website to view the full catalog of opportunities and to confirm deadlines and application materials.
Description: A broad portfolio of scholarships and practitioner awards supports students across different stages and specializations within the concrete industry.
- Many additional awards are available; review the full list online.
- Requirements and deadlines vary by award.
- Consult the ACI Foundation website for complete details and application links.