Remote Opportunity – ACI Foundation Fellowships and Scholarships 2027, USA (Fully Funded)
Company / Organization: ACI Foundation
Location: USA (Remote/Fully Funded Travel Included)
The ACI Foundation is a leading organization dedicated to advancing knowledge, research, and leadership in the concrete and construction industries. It offers a wide range of prestigious fellowships, scholarships, and student excellence awards for high-potential undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students pursuing concrete-related degree programs. These competitive awards aim to support students academically and professionally while cultivating future leaders in civil and structural engineering, construction management, materials science, and related fields.
Recipients of these awards gain generous financial support, international recognition, and opportunities to participate in ACI Concrete Conventions around the world, fully funded. Selected fellows may also receive paid internships and professional development opportunities.
1. ACI Foundation Fellowships
Degree Levels: Bachelor, Master, PhD
Available Subjects:
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Construction Engineering
Materials Engineering
Architectural Engineering
Concrete Materials & Technology
Infrastructure & Transportation Engineering
Benefits:
$10,000 USD educational stipend
Covers tuition, housing, books, and academic materials
Fully funded travel to two ACI Concrete Conventions
Recognition in Concrete International magazine and on the ACI Foundation website
Possible 10–12 week paid internship for selected fellowships
Eligibility Requirements:
Enrollment in a concrete-related degree program
Full-time student status during the current academic year
Strong academic performance
English language proficiency (TOEFL optional)
Master’s students: not beyond 2nd year
PhD students: not beyond 4th year
Submission of two endorsements (one must be from an ACI member)
Availability to attend mandatory interviews at the Spring ACI Convention
2. Student Excellence Awards – Middle East Region
Awards:
MENA Student Excellence Award – $7,000 USD stipend
Saudi Arabia Student Excellence Award – $5,000 USD stipend
Benefits:
Travel to one North American ACI Concrete Convention
Travel to one ACI Middle East Conference
Participation in ACI certification activities in the Middle East
Recognition and networking opportunities in the industry
Eligibility:
Open to students from the Middle East (MENA & Saudi Arabia)
Enrollment in a concrete-related degree program
Strong academic performance
English language proficiency
3. ACI Foundation Scholarships
Stipend: $5,000 USD
Benefits:
Funds paid directly to the student’s institution
Recognition in Concrete International magazine
Eligibility:
Open to U.S. and international students
Must be enrolled full-time in a concrete-related academic program
Demonstrate academic excellence and English language proficiency
Application Procedure
All applications are submitted online through the ACI Foundation portal.
Required Documents:
Applicant contact and educational information
Resume (PDF, DOC, or DOCX)
500-word essay
Official academic transcripts (English, 4.0 scale)
Two endorsements (one must be from an ACI member)
Key Timeline:
Award Cycle: Fall–Spring
Finalist Notification: February
Mandatory Interviews: March 29
Travel expenses covered by ACI Foundation
Additional Notes:
Stipends are paid in two equal installments over one year and contingent upon attendance at scheduled ACI conventions.
Deadlines may vary; always check the official website for the latest updates.
Awardee Responsibilities:
Attend required ACI Concrete Conventions
Participate actively in fellowship activities and professional development programs
For more information and to apply: ACI Foundation Fellowships and Scholarships
Link to Apply: ACI Foundation Fellowships and Scholarships