Discrete Automation products from Emerson have been relied upon around the world for over 100 years. Our college scholarship program proudly bears that name and was founded over ten years ago to reward exceptional undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a career in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) .
The award consists of two, $5,000 scholarships to U.S. students who are pursuing careers in STEM disciplines. Additionally, $1,000 grants will be made to the engineering departments of the colleges in which the winners are enrolled. Scholarship recipients will be selected based on merit, demonstrating leadership potential and the capacity to contribute significantly to the STEM professions, with particular emphasis on the application of fluid control and pneumatics technologies. Scholarship recipients may be eligible for an internship within the Discrete Automation Business unit, along with a company-sponsored trip to PACK EXPO in Las Vegas (September 29 - October 1, 2025).
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Now accepting applications for the 2025 Emerson Discrete Automation Scholarship, click here to submit your information.
Applicants must have completed their freshman year in a bachelor’s degree program or enrolled in a graduate program, at the time of application.
For students enrolled in a 4+ year bachelor's program, those who have completed their freshman/first year when applying for this scholarship will be considered.
Winning participants are not eligible to apply for future Emerson Discrete Automation scholarships.
Emerson employees and relatives are not eligible for the scholarship.
Scholarships will be paid directly to the recipient’s educational institution.
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or legal U.S. resident.
