TMS Materials Processing & Manufacturing Division (MPMD) Scholarship
Offered by TMS (The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society) / TMS Foundation
About This Scholarship
The Materials Processing & Manufacturing Division is the part of TMS focused on how metals and materials are actually made into products, from design through production. Each year it names one undergraduate an MPMD Scholar and awards a $2,500 scholarship, funded jointly by the division and the TMS Foundation.
The scholarship targets sophomores and juniors in metallurgical or materials science and engineering who are interested in manufacturing, including process control technology and research into materials that affect manufacturing processes. The winner also receives a complimentary student registration and up to $500 in travel reimbursement to accept the award at the division's luncheon during the TMS Annual Meeting.
Because only one MPMD scholarship is given each year, the applicant pool is small and specific. Students who have done a manufacturing-focused internship, co-op, or research project should highlight it in the 200-word statement and ask a supervisor from that experience for one of the three testimonials.
Eligibility
- Student member of Material Advantage ($30 per calendar year)
- Current undergraduate sophomore or junior enrolled full time in a metallurgical or materials science and engineering program
- Emphasis on manufacturing, process control technology, or materials technologies that affect manufacturing processes
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Relatives of members of the funding committee or division are not eligible
How To Apply
- Join Material Advantage as a student member if you are not already one
- Write an individual statement of no more than 200 words (double-spaced) covering special projects, career plans, leadership, chapter involvement, and community involvement
- Gather a CV or resume and an up-to-date transcript
- Secure three testimonials from educators, employees, or employers
- Submit online from the MPMD Scholarship page by March 15, 2027
Frequently Asked Questions
How many MPMD scholarships are awarded?
One $2,500 scholarship is awarded each year, plus a complimentary meeting registration and up to $500 in travel reimbursement.
Can I also apply for other TMS scholarships?
Yes. Students can apply for up to two TMS-sponsored scholarships per year, though TMS awards only one per student.