Tri-State Area Manufacturers Association Student Scholarship Application

Deadline to apply is April 30, 2026.

The scholarship fund was established in 2026 by the Tri-State Manufacturing Association (TSMA) in response to a need identified by the Tri-State manufacturing business community. It is TSMA's goal to actively engage and build collaboration among manufacturing, education, and students.

According to a recent post by the National Association of Manufacturers, the manufacturing industry will have 3.8 million new manufacturing positions expected by 2034. The average annual earnings for manufacturing employees nationwide is $98,846. Meanwhile, nearly half of those jobs do not require a four-year college degree or the debt that often comes with it.

Through this scholarship program, TSMA aims to encourage and support students who are interested in pursuing careers in manufacturing and the skilled trades. Two $500 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors or current students who plan to pursue education or training in a manufacturing-related field. 2 - 4 year and certificate programs are eligible.

By investing in the next generation of skilled workers, TSMA and its member companies hope to strengthen the regional workforce pipeline and highlight the many rewarding, high-tech, and well-paying career opportunities available in modern manufacturing.

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Student Contact Information

Name *

Address Line 1 *

Address Line 2

City *

State *

Postal Code *

Phone *

Email *

Date of Birth *

School Information

Current School Name *

Current School City and State *

Expected Graduation Date *

Current GPA *

Guidance Counselor Name

Guidance Counselor Email or Phone

Education/Career Plans

College, Technical College, or Training Program You Plan to Attend *

Intended Field of Study (manufacturing, welding, machining, engineering, etc.) *

Expected Start Date of Program *

Essay Question
Complete a 500 word essay regarding your interest in pursuing a career in manufacturing. Topic suggestions: - Why are you interested in pursuing a career in manufacturing or the skilled trades? - How do you see manufacturing impacting the future of your community? - What inspired you to pursue your chosen career path?

Essay - 500 words *

Why are you interested in pursuing a career in manufacturing or the skilled trades?

Activities and Experience

Current School Activities or Organizations

Work Experience

Volunteer or Community Involvement

Certificates or Technical Coursework (CTE classes, welding, robotics, CAD, etc.)

Reference

Reference Name (teacher, employer, mentor or advisor) *

Relationship to Student *

Reference Phone Number

Reference Email *

Transcript (unofficial is fine)

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Letter of Recommendation (optional but valuable)

20MB max

Agreement / Certification

Agreement/Certification *

I certifiy the information provided is accurate

I understand the scholarship committee's decision is final

Please verify that you have checked the “I'm not a robot” checkbox.