MEA Scholarship
Information for 2024 scholarship applicants.
MEA scholarship is intended for students with a proven academic record, but have a financial hardship that may prevent them from continuing on with their professional college education.
Malayalee Engineers’ Association (MEA) of Houston, Texas, USA is inviting applications for scholarships from first year students of Kerala origin, enrolled for at least a 4-year degree course in Engineering, Technology, Computer Science, Architecture or Naval Architecture, in a nationally accredited engineering college or university in India. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial needs.
Criteria for Students
Only students who have met all three of the criteria listed below should apply.
Annual family income less than Rs.1,50,000 per year
Ranked within the top 5000 in the Govt. of Kerala Engineering Entrance Examination (KEAM Rank).
OR
National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) score greater than 110 (For B. Arch students)
Scored above 85% marks in Class X and XII examinations
Empowering Future Leaders
MEA Houston Scholarships
MEA Houston has been awarding scholarships every year since 2000. Students selected for MEA scholarships will be awarded an amount of $600 per year for four / five years and also active mentorship, subject to academic performance.
Last date for receipt of applications by MEA is November 30, 2024
Applicants have to submit few documents like mark lists, KEAM Rank Sheet, Income Certificate issued by Tahsildar / Village Officer, Recommendation Letter etc. as described in Information for Applicants
Please write to [email protected] in case of difficulty in getting any of the documents.
Step 1 :
Download the “Information for Applicants” available at the following link.
Click here to download the information for applicants.
Read carefully and understand the scholarship application eligibility requirements and scholarship renewal requirements.
Step 2 :
Complete the “Online Scholarship Application Form” available at the below link.
If you do not meet the academic and financial criteria for eligibility to apply for the scholarship, please do not proceed with the steps below, as you will not qualify for the scholarship.
Step 3 :
Gather all necessary supporting documents listed in section 7.0 (Supporting Documents) of the “Information for Applicants” form. Send them to [email protected] with your name in the subject line.
7.1 Marks-lists of Class X and Class XII Examinations (Self Attested)
7.2 Marks-list and Rank Certificate of the Govt. of Kerala Engineering Entrance Examination OR NATA Score card (Self Attested)
7.3 Income Certificate including all sources, issued by Tahsildar / Village Officer.
7.4 If parents or guardians are daily wage workers, laborers, or engaged in agriculture, trade, or business, they must submit a statement explaining the type of work, labor, agriculture, or business. This requirement is mandatory.
7.5 Details of the awards and honors received for extracurricular activities.
7.6 Copy of the Ration card if you belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
7.7 Personal narrative by the applicant describing any financial difficulty or special circumstances that merit special consideration during evaluation of the application.
7.8 A statement detailing any scholarships, grants, or non-repayable financial awards the student is/will be receiving from sources other than MEA Houston. The statement should include the following information: the amount of each award, the duration of payments, the name of the source, and the basis on which the award was granted.
Once shortlisted, the applicant should submit a recommendation letter from Principal, Headmaster or teacher of the school where the student studied for class X or XII. Applicants will be contacted for the same.
Malayalee Engineers’ Association (MEA) of Houston unites Malayalee-origin engineers for professional growth and community service.
