LSSU Engineering and Technology has about a dozen engineering specific scholarships available ranging from $500 to $6,000. LSSU also offers numerous additional annual scholarships for engineering students to apply. Click here to learn more!
Please Note: Non-LSSU scholarships may have a different application deadline than LSSU scholarships. If you fit the criteria, send in an application! Sometimes scholarships go unawarded due to lack of applicants.
Incoming (first-time and transfer) students should apply using the Incoming Student Application Form. The due date for applications for the 2025-2026 academic year is Friday, January 31st 2025.
If you have any questions, you can contact following:
Returning LSSU students should apply using the Returning Student Application Form
The due date for LSSU Scholarship applications for returning students will be March 14, 2025 to be considered for the 2025-2026 academic year. Please submit your application to the following:
$1,200; Nonrenewable, 4 per year
The purpose of this scholarship is to benefit a student(s) in any engineering-related course of study at Lake Superior State University. The named endowment is established by Mr. Robert G. Andersen, a retired engineering supervisor from Continental (Teves) Automotive Systems.
Bob has been a long-time supporter of LSSU’s engineering and engineering technology programs serving as a senior project sponsor for more than seven years, and providing cooperative and employment opportunities for our students and grads. He received honorary “alumni status” from the department and received the Dr. Donald and Catherine Finlayson Distinguished Citizen Award, the highest award reserved for friends of LSSU.
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Successful candidates are as follows:
$2,000; Renewable, 1 per year
Marv Dahlman was a member of the LSSU Engineering faculty for 33 years. He began his teaching career in 1952 at what was then the Sault Branch of Michigan Tech. He retired as an Associate Professor from Lake Superior State University in 1985, and was named a Professor Emeritus. Audrey and Marvin were married for 68 years and raised their three children on LSSU’s Faculty Row, where they developed lifelong friendships and an abiding affection for the University. Audrey was employed at Sault Savings Bank, from which she retired as an Assistant Vice-President. She also enjoyed volunteer work, in support of her children’s school activities, the Faith Lutheran Church and the University.
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Successful candidates are as follows:
$1,000; Non-renewable, 1 per year
ADD Software LLC of Auburn Hills, Mich. is the sponsor of this scholarship that seeks to encourage the study of robotics within the electrical and computer engineering programs.
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Successful candidates are as follows:
$1,000; Nonrenewable, 1 per year
JR Automation is a leading provider of automated manufacturing and robotic technology integration solutions and appreciated supporter of the School of Engineering & Technology at Lake Superior State University. You can learn more about the company, including career opportunities, at: https://www.jrautomation.com/
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A successful candidate:
$500, Nonrenewable, 1 per year
This scholarship was established by Ken and Kate Heikkinen in memory of their son, Sven. Sven Heikkinen was a 1982 graduate from Pickford High School. He graduated from Lake Superior State University in 1993 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He was an Engineering Specialist in Vehicle Development working for the Continental-Brimley Development Center. He was also an adjunct professor with LSSU vehicle test dynamics, a driving instructor, a Junior Achievement mentor, and a Dale Carnegie trainer. His unexpected death on June 3, 2007 at the age of 43 left an indelible void on his wife Jodie and his daughters Kirsi and Kinzie and all who knew Sven. He had a genuine love for LSSU and, in particular, the School of Engineering and Technology. It is his parents’ wishes to honor his memory with a scholarship to benefit future LSSU engineering students.
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Successful candidates are as follows:
$1,000; Nonrenewable, 1 per year
The intent is to award this scholarship on an annual basis to incoming students who are pursuing an undergraduate engineering education and have demonstrated academic success.
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Scholarship requirements are as follows:
$1,500; Nonrenewable, 2 per year
Dorothy Bell, a graduate of Pickford High School, established this endowed scholarship in memory of her son, Lawrence Roy. Lawrence was a graduate of Sault Area High School and worked as an engineer at Dow Corning. The purpose of this scholarship is to benefit a Sault High graduate who is pursuing an engineering degree at Lake Superior State University.
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No application is necessary. Eligible names are provided to scholarship committee for selection.
The intent is to award this scholarship on an annual basis to incoming LSSU freshmen who are pursuing an undergraduate engineering or engineering technology education with a robotics specialty and have demonstrated academic success and interest in the robotics specialty curriculum.
Eligibility: Scholarship requirements are as follows:
This scholarship is renewable for one additional year if the student meets the following criteria:
No new awards for 2022-23
John Madl started teaching in the Engineering Department at the Soo Branch of MTU in 1967 after finishing his MSME at Michigan Technological University. He accepted early retirement in 2002 after 34 years of service to Lake Superior State University.
Jan (Osterhout) Madl was born and raised in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. She received her RN from LSSU in 1982 and has since retired from War Memorial Hospital. They have three children: Janel Wallis, Dawn Cole, and Bryan Madl. They also have three grandsons.
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No application is necessary. Eligible names are provided to engineering and technology faculty for selection.
$2,500; Nonrenewable; 4 per Year
The world-renowned manufacturer of precision surgical instruments established this scholarship to support students of at least sophomore status majoring in a program of the School of Engineering and Technology at LSSU. More information about Precision Edge, including career opportunities, can be found at: http://www.precisionedge.com/
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A successful candidate:
$1,000; Nonrenewable, 1-4 per year
This endowed scholarship was established to provide financial assistance and recognition to students entering LSSU in either an engineering or technology major. This endowment is named in memory of Charlie Snyder of Delco Electronics.
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$1,200; Nonrenewable, 1-3 per Year
This scholarship was established by Stan Starks, a 1976 LSSU Engineering graduate in memory of his parents, Floyd and Joyce Starks. They were average hard working folks who never had the opportunity to go to college. Nonetheless, they were strong believers in higher education. They were very familiar with Lake Superior State and the Soo from numerous summer vacations. Insistent that their two sons get a college education, they made numerous sacrifices to enable that to happen. They were both very proud of that their sons graduated from LSSU, and they will always be remembered for their sacrifices and unwavering support that made that accomplishment possible.
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Looking for a scholarship based on character instead of GPA? AES Engineering awards a $500 scholarship each year to the winner of an essay competition.
Submit an essay on one of the two topics that appear on the scholarship web page: http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm.
Note: For private scholarships, it is strongly recommended that you discuss them with LSSU Financial Aid, too, utilizing the information at the bottom of their Contact Page.
$2,000; Nonrenewable, 3 per year
The Michigan Society of Professional Engineers (MSPE) encourages high school seniors with the talent and commitment to pursue an engineering degree. The scholarships are provided by the generosity of individuals, leading companies and educational institutions. All scholarships are based on merit; and are to be used towards tuition only, applicants must meet minimum criteria to qualify.
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Note: For private scholarships, it is strongly recommended that you discuss them with LSSU Financial Aid, too, utilizing the information at the bottom of their Contact Page.
Other Scholarship Opportunities
Note: For private scholarships, it is strongly recommended that you discuss them with LSSU Financial Aid, too, utilizing the information at the bottom of their Contact Page.
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