The Columbia Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers invites applications for the Howard Preston Scholarship Award. The purpose of the scholarship is to promote excellence and professionalism in the field of Civil Engineering. The scholarship will provide financial support for the student’s educational expenses.

Scholarships to be awarded will range from $1,000 to $2,000. Scholarships are in the form of certificates of award conditioned upon the enrollment of the student as specified under student eligibility requirements. Upon receipt of notice of enrollment from proper officials, a check for the amount of the award will be forwarded to the college or university to establish a credit for the student.

Scholarship applications and all required materials are due no later than April 18, 2016. Awardees will be selected by June 1, 2016.