NUCA 2026 National Scholoarship Application

The NUCA Foundation offers scholarships to high school seniors whose parent or guardian works for a NUCA member company. This includes dependents of employees of NUCA members, high school student employees of NUCA members, and dependents of NUCA Chapter Executive Directors.

These scholarships recognizes applicants who demonstrate a commitment to personal growth, leadership potential, academic or technical achievement, and a desire to make a meaningful impact within their chosen field. Priority may be given to students pursuing studies related to construction, engineering, safety, business management, skilled trades, or other disciplines that support infrastructure development.

Through this program, we aim to invest in the next generation of professionals by reducing financial barriers and empowering recipients to achieve their educational and career goals.

Please answer all required questions below. The deadline to submit the application is Friday, May 29, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST. Scholarship winners will be notified by June 15, 2026 via email.

Questions? Contact the NUCA office by email nuca@nuca.com or call #703.358.9300.

Scholarship Applicant Name*

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

NUCA Member Company Name*

Please include the company name of the NUCA member.

NUCA Member Employee Name*

Please include the name of the NUCA member owner, employee etc.

NUCA Chapter Name

Please list the name of the NUCA chapter the member company is affiliated with.

Scholarship Applicant Contact E-mail*

example@example.com

Contact Phone

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

List the name(s) of the schools to which you have applied :

Course of Study:*

Major course of study

Is this a 2 or 4 year course of study?

Career goals: Where do you see yourself in 10 years?*

Career goals: How do you plan on reaching your career goals?*

Academic Information: What course of study have you followed in high school (e.g., college prepatory, business, industrials arts, etc.)?*

Most recent SAT score?

Enter either SAT or PSAT score, only one is required

Most recent PSAT score?

Enter either SAT or PSAT score, only one is required

Honors, awards, prizes: Please list honors, awards, or distinctions that you have received over the last four years in order of significance, starting with those you regard as most significant.*

Activities & Community Service: List school and non-school activities (e.g., community, church, government) that you have participated in during the last four years, starting with the most significant. Include the number of years in each activity and office held, if any.*

Work Experience: Describe any work experience. How long did you work there, what were your responsibilities, and what did you do with your earnings?*

Work Experience: What has your work experience taught you? How will you use those experiences moving forward?*

Upload a letter of recommendation from a high school faculty member. *

Upload your official transcript, signed by your counselor.*

Upload your PSAT or SAT score documentation signed by your counselor.*

ESSAY – Attach a short essay on the following topic (750 words or less): Construction industry leaders believe that addressing important public policy issues would improve economic conditions for contractors, manufacturers and other service providers in utility construction and excavation related to infrastructure deterioration (e.g., water/wastewater, transporation, energy facilities). Please explain the issue, how it should be addressed, and how your solution would improve industry economic conditions.*

Briefly answer ONE of the following questions: 1. Who has made a significant impact on your life and why? OR 2. Whose life have you improved and why?*

Add any additional information you would like the judging panel to consider when reviewing your application.

2026 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION