Benson Scholarship

Provided by Department of Ocean Engineering, Texas A&M University

No deadline
$2,500
30–60 min

About this scholarship

High school seniors who have been accepted into Texas A&M's ocean engineering department may apply for a four-year Benson Scholarship, which awards selected applicants $2,500 per year. Factors considered by the selection committee are a student's SAT or ACT score, size of and rank in graduating class, activities during high school that demonstrate an interest in engineering, and diverse interests beyond academics.

Quick facts

Award amount

$2,500

Number of awards

Multiple

Frequency

Annually

Deadline

Not specified

Time to apply

30–60 min

Essay

May be required — check provider

Eligibility requirements

6 listed

Must be a high school senior

Accepted into Texas A&M's ocean engineering department

Consideration of SAT or ACT score

Consideration of class rank

Activities demonstrating interest in engineering

Diverse interests beyond academics

How to apply

  1. Confirm eligibility

    Review the scholarship eligibility information on this page and on the provider’s official instructions to confirm you qualify before you invest time in an application.

  2. Gather required materials

    Collect transcripts, test scores, essays, letters of recommendation, portfolios, or any other items the program lists as required.

  3. Submit through the official program

    Complete the application using the provider’s published process—often an online form or portal—and submit before the stated deadline. Keep a copy of your confirmation when available.

Important

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