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Scholarship Program

Student Scholarship Program

Created in 2009, the annual Scholarship Program awards students who demonstrate strong character, academic ability, and a potential to make a significant contribution to the field of international energy negotiations. Up to 10 scholarships can be awarded annually in honor of long-time member and contributor Gordon Barrows. Each scholarship is in the amount of $2,000, split $1,000 for each semester, and paid directly to the winner's university. Scholarship applications are reviewed annually by the committee.

Qualified applicants must be either current AIEN members or applicants for membership and be full-time undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in a college or university of higher learning.

Please review the Scholarship Briefing Document below for complete details on qualifications and required documentation.

The following criteria will be used by the Scholarship Committee:

Applicant is a current AIEN member or applicant for AIEN membership.
Possess potential to make a significant contribution to the field of international energy negotiations.
Exhibit academic, leadership, and negotiation ability.
Exhibit financial need.

The 2023-2024 Student Scholarship Program is now open!

2023-2024 Program Documents

Scholarship Briefing Document
Online Application
Letter of Recommendation

Deadline to apply: April 19, 2023

Winners Announced: On or around June 6, 2023

Questions? Please contact education@aien.org