FAQ
The following are questions we frequently encounter regarding Megawatt Scholarships. Have a question that isn’t covered here? Contact us at info@MegawattScholarships.org.
What is the purpose of the Megawatt Scholarship program?
Megawatt Scholarships are designed to support education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The scholarships are a way of giving back to the communities in which Wind for Industry® projects are initiated.
What are the eligibility requirements for Megawatt Scholarships?
While most of the Megawatt Scholarships require that applicants be high school seniors pursuing an education in a STEM-related field, additional eligibility requirements vary by scholarship.
To learn more about the requirements for each scholarship, click here.
How do I find out if my school district is eligible?
All districts eligible for Megawatt Scholarships are listed here.
Why are only some school districts eligible for Megawatt Scholarships?
Megawatt Scholarships are offered to high school seniors in the school districts near Wind for Industry® projects. The awards are a way to give back to the nearby community and encourage STEM education.
My school district isn’t listed. Can I still apply?
At this time, only students in the school districts listed here may apply. However, the program may expand in future years; be sure to stay updated by occasionally checking this website.
Why isn’t my school district listed for multiple Megawatt Scholarship types?
Both the application requirements and the eligible school districts may vary with each Megawatt Scholarship. Each scholarship is awarded to students from districts that neighbor a specific Wind for Industry® project. Some Ohio districts may be near more than one project.
Can I apply for more than one scholarship if my school is eligible for multiple scholarships?
Yes, you may apply for all scholarships you are eligible for.
Can I apply even if I’m not a senior yet?
When are the applications due?
When is funding awarded?
What is STEM?
STEM is an acronym that stands for the academic disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. STEM education plays a major role in U.S. competitiveness and the country’s future economic prosperity.
STEM disciplines encompass a variety of potential careers. From civil engineering to software development, medical research to wind turbine manufacturing, meteorology to marine architecture, and everything in between – there are incredible opportunities within the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).
For more information on STEM and STEM careers, check out this online resource: STEM 101: An Introduction to Tomorrow’s Jobs
What is Wind for Industry®?
Wind for Industry® is a wind energy project designed to achieve a significant reduction of an industrial facility’s electrical consumption from the grid. These projects involve installing one or more utility-scale wind turbines and interconnecting them on the facility’s side of their utility meter.
The organizations providing Megawatt Scholarships have installed Wind for Industry® projects at one or more of their facilities. For each wind turbine installed, a scholarship is made available for a high school senior in a neighboring school district.