AEG Foundation Scholarships

Scholarship Sponsored by Association of Engineering Geologists

Association Overview

The Association of Environmental & Engineering Geologists (AEG) advances professional success and public welfare through leadership, advocacy, and applied research in environmental and engineering geology. AEG supports professional development and student advancement, including scholarship and grant programs administered by the AEG Foundation. The organization emphasizes practical training, ethical practice, and community engagement across the geosciences. Its programs aim to connect students with mentors, funding, and hands-on learning opportunities.

Description: AEG provides leadership, advocacy, and applied research to support members and the public in environmental and engineering geology.

• Focuses on professional development and public welfare.
• Offers scholarships and grants via the AEG Foundation.
• Connects students with funding, mentorship, and practical training.

General Scholarship Details

AEG Foundation scholarships are administered through an online application system and require complete supporting documentation at the time of submission. Applicants must submit all materials by the annual January deadline (11:59 PM EST) and requests for references are triggered after the applicant submits the application. Applicants must create a separate AEG Foundation application account even if they are AEG members, and a free AEG membership is required. Eligibility for many awards is limited to U.S. residents attending U.S. educational institutions.

Eligibility: U.S. residents enrolled at U.S. educational institutions; specific criteria vary by award.

Application Timeline: Applications and all supporting materials are due annually in January by 11:59 PM EST.

• Online-only applications with full documentation required at submission.
• Separate AEG Foundation account required; free AEG membership needed.
• Many scholarships are restricted to U.S. residents and U.S. institutions.

Beardsley-Kuper Geology Field Camp Scholarship

The Beardsley-Kuper scholarship funds field camp expenses for students focused on engineering and environmental geology, helping to offset tuition, meals, and lodging associated with field courses. It is targeted at undergraduate or post-baccalaureate students who have not previously received this award and who are enrolled in accredited programs that emphasize environmental and engineering geology. Applicants must have completed foundational geology coursework before attending field camp, documented on submitted transcripts. Recipients are required to submit a written final report to the AEG Foundation within one year that documents the field-camp experience and compliance with grant conditions.

Description: Financial support for direct field camp costs, including tuition, meals, and lodging, for students in engineering and environmental geology.

Eligibility: AEG student member; undergraduate or post-baccalaureate who has not previously won; attending an accredited field camp with an environmental/engineering geology emphasis; must have completed prerequisite geology coursework (e.g., mineralogy, petrology, structural geology, geomorphology, stratigraphy).

Submission Requirements: Supporting transcripts showing prerequisite courses and a final written report to the AEG Foundation within one year of the award.

• Supports direct field camp costs (tuition, meals, lodging).
• Requires documented prerequisite geology coursework on transcripts.
• Final report to AEG Foundation is mandatory within one year.

Carolinas Scholarship

The Carolinas Scholarship provides financial support to undergraduate geology students enrolled in institutions within North Carolina or South Carolina. It is intended to promote geoscience education and career development for students who are AEG student members at schools in those states. Applicants must complete the required background information and submit an essay, two letters of reference, and a full set of transcripts as part of the application. The award criteria emphasize academic preparation and potential for contribution to the geoscience profession in the Carolinas region.

Description: Scholarships for undergraduate geoscience majors enrolled at institutions in North Carolina or South Carolina.

Eligibility: AEG student member; undergraduate geoscience major enrolled in a school in North Carolina or South Carolina.

Submission Requirements: Complete background information, an essay, two online letters of reference, and a complete set of transcripts.

• Limited to students enrolled in NC or SC institutions.
• Requires two letters of reference and full academic transcripts.
• Must be an AEG student member to apply.

Diversity Scholarship

The Diversity Scholarship supports rising college sophomores, juniors, or seniors from historically underrepresented heritage groups to promote inclusive participation in geosciences. It targets students with Black, Hispanic or Latino/a, Pacific Islander, and American Indian/Alaska Native heritage and is designed to reduce barriers to continued study and professional entry in geology-related fields. The award aims to broaden representation within environmental and engineering geology through financial support and professional development opportunities. Specific application requirements and award details are provided by the AEG Foundation for each cycle.

Eligibility: Rising sophomore, junior, or senior with Black, Hispanic or Latino/a, Pacific Islander, and/or American Indian/Alaska Native personal heritage.

• Targets students from historically underrepresented heritage groups.
• Open to rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors in college or university.
• Supports efforts to increase diversity and inclusion in the geosciences.

Marliave Scholarship

The Marliave Scholarship recognizes outstanding scholarship and professional dedication among students in engineering geology or geological engineering. It rewards academic excellence and demonstrated commitment to the practice and ethics of engineering geology. The award encourages continued academic achievement and prepares recipients for professional contribution within the geoscience community. Applicants should consult the AEG Foundation for specific eligibility and application details.

Description: Recognition of outstanding scholarship and professional dedication in engineering geology or geological engineering.

• Awards academic excellence and professional commitment.
• Targets students in engineering geology or geological engineering.
• Details and application requirements are available from the AEG Foundation.

Martin L. Stout Scholarship

The Martin L. Stout Scholarship supports university students pursuing studies in environmental and engineering geology. It is intended to assist promising students with their academic expenses and to encourage careers in applied environmental and engineering geology. The scholarship highlights the importance of preparing the next generation of professionals in these technical specialties. Specific application requirements and award amounts are outlined by the AEG Foundation.

Description: Financial support for university students in environmental and engineering geology.

• Supports students pursuing environmental and engineering geology studies.
• Intended to encourage careers in applied geosciences.
• Application details and award amounts are provided by the AEG Foundation.

Other Scholarships

The AEG Foundation offers additional scholarships and grants beyond the named awards summarized above. Each award has its own eligibility criteria, required materials, and application process; applicants should review individual listings for details. Prospective applicants are encouraged to consult the AEG Foundation website for the full catalog of scholarships, current deadlines, and application instructions. Contact information and program updates are maintained on the foundation's official pages.

Description: A variety of additional scholarships and grants are available with specific qualifications and application requirements.

• Many awards are available; qualification criteria vary by scholarship.
• Review the AEG Foundation website for full listings and current details.
• Contact the AEG Foundation for questions or clarification on applications.