AISES Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF)- Scholarships Announcement
About the Organization:
AISES Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Foundation Scholarship is a high-value scholarship supporting Indigenous students in the United States pursuing STEM degrees. Funded by the BNSF Foundation and administered through the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES), it empowers Native students to access higher education and succeed in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.
AISES Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Foundation Scholarship 2026
Details:
Funding: Partial Funding ($10,000 per year)
Degree Levels: Undergraduate (High School Seniors entering College)
Fields of Study: STEM fields including Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Environmental Science, and Technology-related disciplines
Benefits:
$10,000 financial award per year for up to four years (subject to GPA maintenance)
Covers tuition, academic expenses, and education-related costs
Encourages Indigenous representation and leadership in STEM careers
Access to AISES network, mentorship, and career opportunities
Eligibility:
High school senior with minimum GPA of 3.0
Resident of one of the 23 U.S. states serviced by BNSF Railway
Enrolled or planning to enroll full-time in a STEM major at an accredited college/university
Must be a current AISES member (free student membership)
Maintain 2.75 GPA in freshman/sophomore years, 3.0 GPA in junior/senior years
Indigenous background: American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, or Indigenous peoples of Canada
Application Procedure:
Become an AISES member
Create a General Application Profile in OASIS (AISES Online Application System)
Prepare academic transcripts, proof of tribal/Indigenous affiliation, and letters of recommendation
Submit scholarship application before the deadline
Monitor application status through the AISES portal
Purpose:
Remove financial barriers for Indigenous students pursuing STEM degrees
Support academic excellence, leadership, and career development in STEM fields
AISES Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Foundation Scholarship