2026 James E. Roberts Engineering Scholarship
Description
The California Transportation Foundation (CTF), a nonprofit organization, announces seven $2,500 scholarships: the James E. Roberts Engineering Scholarship for the 2025/2026 academic year.
Applicants must be in their senior year of a California high school and interested in pursuing a college degree in civil engineering. The award of the scholarship is based on the applicant’s commitment to a career in transportation, current job skills, academic record, and specific goals and experience. Financial need may be considered, but it is not a primary factor.
2026 JAMES E. ROBERTS ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP
Selection Process
Applicants must meet the following general criteria:
· Must be a United States citizen, permanent resident, or documented international student.
· Must be in his/her senior year of a California high school.
· Must intend to enroll in civil engineering curriculum at a California college or university.
· Must plan to pursue a career in transportation after graduation.
· Must exhibit community and school involvement.
· Must provide an official transcript.
· Must provide a sealed letter of recommendation.
· Work experience and/or volunteer experience may be considered.
The James E. Roberts Engineering Scholarship is supported by a gift to the CTF. The scholarship is endowed, and scholarship funds are administered by CTF, a nonprofit organization established in 1988 to “Promote and Recognize Excellence in California Transportation.” It is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization with tax exempt status. The Federal EIN # is 68-0165257.
