Mineral & Metallurgical Processing Division Scholarships and
Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration
Award: $1,200–$5,000
Deadline: Oct 15, 2026
To recognize undergraduate or graduate students to students interested in pursuing careers in the area of mineral and metallurgical processing. Qualifications: Applicants must meet the following Selection criteria: Selected will be based on SME’s Mineral & Metallurgical Processing Division Scholarship Committee. How to apply: Applicants must be submit online application form; application requires the following information: demographic and contact information; short statement (one page) describing applicant’s interest in/passion for a career in mineral/metallurgical processing; two references, one from university faculty and one from an appropriate industry professional; résumé detailing past education and work experience; copy of most recent transcript (unofficial transcripts are OK); anticipated expenses/income for the current academic year. Focus: Metallurgy; Mineralogy.