AGMA Foundation Scholarship Program 2025

The AGMA Foundation is currently offering the AGMA Foundation Scholarship Program to students interested in pursuing a career in the gear industry. Applicants must be enrolled or recently accepted as full- or part-time students in a nationally accredited program.

AGMA Foundation Scholarship Program

Students interested in a career in the gear industry or those with a background in the gear business are eligible to apply for the AGMA Foundation Scholarship Program.

Candidates must be enrolled in or recently admitted into a nationally recognized program as full- or part-time students.

Undergraduate, graduate, and technical/associate students are eligible for annual scholarships.

Candidates with recent or ongoing expertise in the gear and/or power transmission industry are given preference.

Benefits of AGMA Foundation Gear Career Scholarship

1. Scholarship money is given to the school directly and can be used for supplies, textbooks, tuition, and room and board.

2. Students enrolled in technical schools or pursuing associate degrees are eligible to receive up to $2,500 in scholarships.

3. The maximum scholarship payout for undergraduate students is $5,000.

4. Scholarship awards of up to $5,000 are available to graduate students.

Requirements for AGMA Foundation Gear Scholarship

1. Candidates must be enrolled in or recently admitted into a nationally recognized program as full- or part-time students.

2. Must be pursuing a career in power transmission or gearing in connection with the gear industry.

Application Documents

Please include the following in your application:

1. Grade Point Average: For undergraduate and graduate students, it must be 3.0 or above; for technical/associate degree students, it must be 2.0 or higher.

2. Community service, volunteer work, co-ops, internships, and other extracurricular pursuits.

3. Experience working in the power transmission or gear industries.

4. Two recommendation letters must be emailed straight to Foundation@agma.org.

5. Awards, honors, and other acknowledgements for the student’s leadership abilities and hard work.

6. A personal statement outlining the desired course of study, job aspirations, and financial necessity.

7. The relevance of graduate-level research to the gear and/or power transmission industry (for scholarships at the graduate level).

Application Deadline

July 1, 2025.

How to Apply

Applications must be received by foundation@agma.org

Please direct any questions about the scholarship program to Mary Ellen Doran, AGMA Foundation Executive Director, at Doran@agma.org.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The following are some queries and responses that you might have and would like clarification on:

1. What Should I Include in My Personal Statement?

You can discuss your story, your interest in the gear and/or power transmission business, your recommended course of study, your career aspirations, and your financial need in your statement.

2. Is the Scholarship Renewable?

Yes, up to the maximum total amount for each academic level, the scholarship is renewable for future years. Renewal is not automatic, though.

To be eligible for further scholarship awards, applicants must submit a complete and timely application each year.

3. What Academic Levels Are Eligible for the Scholarship?

Scholarships are available for students at three levels:

• Technical school/associate degree
• Undergraduate
• Graduate

4. What Are the General Academic Requirements for the Scholarship?

• Undergraduate and Graduate students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Technical/associate degree students must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher.

5. How Do I Apply for the Scholarship?

Usually, the application procedure includes sending in a thorough application that contains your employment history, academic background, personal statement, and recommendation letters.

By the specified deadline, all items must be turned in. The AGMA Foundation’s official website often contains the application form and specific instructions.

6. What Are the Key Factors Considered During the Application Review?

The AGMA Foundation Trustees and Scholarship Committee consider:

• Academic performance (GPA)
• Internship, co-op, work, community, volunteer, and other extracurricular activities.
• Work experience in the gear and/or power transmission industry.
• Letters of recommendation (preferably one from an employer and one from a faculty member).
• Honors, awards, and other recognitions.
• Personal statement regarding proposed program of study, career goals, and financial need.
• For graduate-level scholarships, the relevance of graduate-level research to the gear and/or power transmission industry.

7. How Important is My Work Experience in the Gear Industry?

One important consideration is work experience in the gear and/or power transmission industry, including internships, cooperative education, and part-time jobs.

“Preference is given to applicants with current or recent experience working in the gear and/or power transmission industry,” according to the AGMA Foundation. This indicates a dedication to the area and a practical understanding.

8. Can I Submit Unofficial Transcripts?

Although some scholarships may initially accept unofficial transcripts, unless the application instructions specifically specify otherwise, it is normally preferable to aim for official transcripts for the AGMA Foundation. Verify the precise instructions for the current application cycle twice at all times.

9. Can International Students Apply for This Scholarship?

The accessible material mostly mentions nationally accredited programs and scholarships for study in the United States.

Although some scholarship search engines may describe it as “Worldwide,” if you are an overseas student who does not intend to study in the United States, it is essential to check directly with the AGMA Foundation.

10. What Kind of Extracurricular Activities Are Valued?

The committee considers a variety of extracurricular activities that show leadership, problem-solving abilities, and a well-rounded character, including volunteer work, co-ops, internships, and community service.

Any activity that demonstrates initiative and pertinent abilities would be advantageous.

11. What Are the Reporting Requirements for Scholarship Recipients?

Usually, by January 31st, recipients must turn in a mid-year progress report.  If this isn’t done, you could not be eligible for the second scholarship payment.

The second payment will also be lost by students who switch to a non-manufacturing major after the first semester.

12. What Happens if I Change My Major After Receiving the Scholarship?

You will not get the second scholarship payment if you switch to a non-manufacturing major after the first semester of the scholarship year.

This highlights the scholarship’s emphasis on fostering professions in the gear and power transmission sector.

13. What Kind of Information Should Be in the Mid-Year Progress Report?

Updates on your academic achievement and ongoing dedication to your field of study are usually required for the mid-year progress report, which is due on January 31st.

A brief synopsis of your work that could be posted on the AGMA Foundation’s website or social media accounts might also be included.