Edison Scholarship Program

Name: The Edison Scholarship Program

Award Amount: Up to $10,000 (distributed in $2,500 annual increments for up to four years)

Information and Eligibility:
The Edison Scholarship Program is a prestigious college scholarship initiative designed to recognize and support exceptional high school students who demonstrate strong academic performance, financial need, and a clear passion for STEM-related fields. Sponsored by Edison International, this program invests in the next generation of innovators who will help shape the future of science, technology, engineering, and sustainability. The scholarship is more than financial assistance—it represents a commitment to developing diverse, forward-thinking leaders capable of addressing global challenges through scientific advancement and innovation.

Recipients of The Edison Scholarship may receive up to $10,000, awarded in $2,500 annual increments for a maximum of four years or until the completion of a bachelor’s degree—whichever comes first. Scholarship funds may be applied toward tuition, books, fees, or other education-related expenses at accredited U.S. colleges and universities. Each year, the program awards multiple scholarships to outstanding students pursuing degrees that align with Edison International’s mission to power progress and promote a sustainable energy future.

Eligibility criteria include:

• Citizenship: Applicants must be legal U.S. residents.
• Academic Standing: Must be a high school senior with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Testing: Applicants must have completed either the ACT or SAT examination.
• Field of Study: Must plan to pursue a major in one of the following fields:
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Engineering
  • Materials Science
  • Computer Science or Information Systems
• Enrollment: Must plan to enroll full time at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States.
• Financial Need: Applicants must demonstrate financial need through documentation and statements submitted with their application.

Application Requirements:

• Completed online scholarship application form, including personal and academic information.
• Official high school transcripts verifying GPA and course completion.
• ACT or SAT scores.
• Documentation of financial need (such as FAFSA or family income statement).
• Personal essay highlighting academic interests, career goals, leadership experiences, and how the applicant plans to contribute to advancements in STEM fields.
• Optional recommendation letters from teachers, counselors, or mentors familiar with the applicant’s academic and personal achievements.

Selection Criteria:

• Academic excellence and demonstrated interest in STEM-related disciplines.
• Financial need and personal circumstances that reflect a genuine need for support.
• Leadership, community service, and extracurricular involvement in scientific, technical, or environmental initiatives.
• Strength and authenticity of the personal essay describing motivation, resilience, and long-term educational goals.

Additional Details:

• The scholarship may be renewed annually for up to four years, provided the student maintains satisfactory academic progress and remains enrolled in an eligible major.
• Edison Scholars join a growing community of motivated students and professionals passionate about innovation and sustainability in science and engineering.
• The program reflects Edison International’s belief that investing in education is key to building brighter, cleaner, and more equitable communities.

Deadline:

• Application Due: January
• Award Announcement: Typically made in spring following the review process.

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