Scholarship Opportunity

SparkForce Manufacturing Scholarship

Offered by SparkForce Foundation

The SparkForce Manufacturing Scholarship, formerly associated with Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs, supports students pursuing degrees and certifications leading to careers in manufacturing.

Minimum GPA2.5+
EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Student, Technical Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

Fall 2026 SparkForce Scholarship

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineOctober 1, 2026

Eligibility

  • Pursue an approved manufacturing-related degree or certification.
  • Be enrolled or planning to enroll in a manufacturing-related program during the applicable semester.
  • Full-time students must generally take at least 12 credit hours.
  • Part-time students may qualify when taking at least 6 credit hours while working.
  • Community, trade, and technical college students must generally have at least a 2.5 GPA.
  • University students must generally have at least a 3.0 GPA.

Requirements

  • Complete the online scholarship application.
  • Submit the required high school or college transcript.

How to Apply

  1. 1Confirm that your manufacturing program is an approved field.
  2. 2Confirm your enrollment and GPA requirements.
  3. 3Complete the online application.
  4. 4Submit your most recent qualifying transcript by the deadline.