University Transportation Research Center, Region II Saturday, February 04, 2012

Education

AITE Scholarship

The Advanced Institute for Transportation Education (AITE) coordinates UTRC educational activities. AITE’s purpose is to increase the knowledge and capabilities of transportation professional through education in transportation and related fields. A major part of the AITE program is providing scholarships to young people, both those that are just starting their careers and those who are already working in the transportation field who want to increase their knowledge and skills. The Graduate Scholarship Program is a major part of the AITE Program.

AITE Graduate Scholars Program Description

Financial support up to a value of 25,000 dollars is available for outstanding Masters students in transportation programs at one of the participating universities. Scholarships are available both to people entering the transportation field for the first time and to people already working for transportation agencies. The scholarship applications are due in February (see application for specific date) and the scholarship will start in the following fall semester.

The scholarship provides:

For full time students:

  • Free tuition for three semesters or up to a value of 12,500 dollars
  • A stipend (total value not more than 12,500 dollars)
  • Experience in transportation research

For employees of participating agencies:

  • Free tuition for a maximum of four semesters or up to a value of 12,500 dollars
  • Ten hour per week paid work release during the academic semester at participating Agencies.

Note that this is a matching program. UTRC provides up to 12,500 dollars to be matched by either the university or the participating transportation agency. As a result the details differ depending on the school.

Participating Transportation Master’s Programs

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Participating Transportation Agencies

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Application Requirements

  • The applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
  • The applicant must have a bachelor’s degree (recommended grade point average of 2.7 or better).
  • The applicant must be admitted as a matriculated student to one of the participating universities.
  • A student account on the UTRC online system. To create a Student account, click here: online system. Once your account is activated, sign in, and you will find links to the application where you will complete the forms and upload your supporting documentation.

AITE Scholarship Requirements for full time students

  • The scholar must attend graduate school on a full time basis.
  • The scholar must complete the AITE curriculum with a 3.0 GPA.
  • The scholar must complete an approved research project.

AITE Scholarship Requirements for agency employees

  • The scholar must attend graduate school on a part time or full time basis.
  • The scholar must complete the AITE curriculum with a 3.0 GPA.
  • The scholar must complete an approved project.
  • The scholar must maintain employment with and the support of the sponsoring agency

Basis for Awards

  • Grade point average in previous degree(s)
  • Communication skills in English
  • Dedication to and interest in a transportation career
  • Support from employer for applicants currently working in transportation