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SEI Scholarship Application

 

SEI’s Scholarship Program is able to provide a limited number of scholarships to students to learn renewable energy technology. The scholarship provides partial to full financial assistance for the tuition for one class per student per calendar year. Our scholarship also covers course materials for our online or in person workshops (students are responsible for transportation, housing, and meal expenses for in-person workshops). The amount of each scholarship is determined by need and availability.

PLEASE DO NOT fill out this form if you are not in financial need of a scholarship. We have many applicants that are in need that the scholarships can be awarded to. Filling out this application when you are not an appropriate applicant will only waste our time and yours! Thank you for this consideration!

There is no fee to apply, however, if you are awarded a scholarship, you will be required to submit your part of the tuition balance (*if applicable) to secure a place in the online course or workshop.

 
  RE100: Introduction to Renewable Energy
Required field1 SEI has a free online RE100 Introduction to Renewable Energy course as a way for you to experience or participate in some of SEI's offerings. We require RE100 as a starting place for you at no cost. To attempt this course before applying for scholarship, click here and follow the directions therein. Please return to this scholarship application process once you have completed this online course (approximately 6-10 hours of training).

Have you taken and completed the free RE100 online course?
Required field2 What was your grade on the free online RE100 course?
  Personal and Contact Information
Required field3 First Name:
4 Middle Name:
Required field5 Last Name:
Required field6 Mailing Address
Street - City - State - Zip:
Required field7 Country:
Required field8 Phone (include area code):
Required field9 Email:
Required field10 How did you hear about SEI?
  Optional Section:
11 Check one (optional):
           
12 Check one (optional):
                       
13 Birthdate (optional):
  For Veterans interested in our Veterans and Active Duty Military Program and Scholarships (full Certificate Program Training with first course free) click here. You do not need to fill out this scholarship form.
  Academic Information
Required field14 Please select the Scholarship Program that you are applying for. Click here for Scholarship Program descriptions:



Required field15 For which SEI online course or workshop are you applying for? Please include your top three choices, including workshop title, location and date. You can view your current options by visiting our workshop training schedule. Please choose workshops that are at least 60 days from now to leave time for application processing.

If applying for an in-person, hands-on, solar electric workshop (or any 200 level PV course), please note that you must first complete PVOL101 (online course) as a prerequisite. Please do not request a scholarship to an in-person workshop until you have completed the prerequisite online training; Make sure you are qualified to participate in the course you choose.

Courses and workshops are filled on a first come first serve space available basis, so having choices is helpful.
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(Only answer this question if you are applying for a scholarship to an in-person workshop):
A scholarship for an in-person workshop does not cover food, travel, or lodging expenses. Would you be able to cover these expenses yourself?
   
Required field17 If you are from a country other than the United States, and you are awarded a scholarship for an in-person SEI workshop, you must pay your portion of the tuition prior to receiving a Visa Invitation Letter. If you do not receive your travel Visa by 30 days prior to the start date of the course, your enrollment will be cancelled and tuition payment refunded (less a $40 processing fee). Please apply for workshops far enough in advance to account for the acceptance, payment and travel Visa process.
   
   
   
Required field18 What is your highest level of education/ training?
Required field19 If you have previously completed any Solar or Renewable Energy training in the past, list all courses with course titles here. Include from which training organization they were taken. Include courses you may have taken with SEI here as well.
Required field20 List any type of college degree, certificate, or any industry certifications you currently hold.
Required field21 Select all the math courses you have previously taken:






Required field22 What year did you take your highest math course?
Required field23 Rate your math proficiency: 1 = Poor to 5 = Excellent
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Rate your math proficiency: 
  Online Learning Experience
Required field24 Rate your computer and internet proficiency.
1= Poor to 5 = Excellent
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Rate your proficiency: 
Required field25 Have you taken an instructor led online course before?
Required field26 Would you be willing to take a 6 week long online course?
27 If yes, do you have access to a computer that is newer than 5 years old with high speed internet connection?
   
Required field28 Would you be able and willing to travel to attend a week long in-person workshop?
  Safety Considerations
Required field29 Do you agree to comply with the safety requirements and directions of Solar Energy International instructional staff? Additionally, do you agree to supply personal information that may effect your safety or the safety of other students or instructors during your training?
30 Please describe any issues that may be of concern as far as safety? (ie. ability to climb a ladder, safely handle live electrical systems, identify color coded electrical wiring and schematics, working from elevated surfaces)
  Financial Information
Required field31 Cancellation and Refund Policy
Click yes if you understand and agree to these terms:
If you cancel out of the training you will be charged according to our cancellation policy. For cancellations made more than 30 days prior to the start of any course or workshop, 50% of the full course tuition will be refunded for that session. Cancellations made within 30 days prior to the start of the individual course or workshop result in forfeiture of your portion of the tuition for that session. Workshop transfers are allowed, but must be made 30 days prior to the start date of that session, and a $100 transfer fee will apply.

If you are unable to complete the training, or need to transfer sessions, due to illness or natural disaster, please contact Kathy Fontaine in Student Services at 970-963-8855 extension 102.
   
   
Required field32 What is your estimated monthly household income?
Required field33 Please provide any supporting details about your employment status.
34 Are there other details you wish to share about your income? Please explain your financial situation to help SEI understand your need for this scholarship.
Required field35 Payment Agreement
Click yes if you understand and agree to these terms:
  • Upon being awarded a scholarship, I may be responsible for a partial tuition payment. If this is the case and I accept the scholarship, I agree to pay my portion of the tuition at time of registering for the training.
  Personal Statement
Required field36 Personal Statement (Essay)
Please include the following in your essay (Your essay must be approximately 500 words, describing your interests, your accomplishments, and your future plans or goals related to this scholarship). :
  • Describe how your past or current experience makes you a good candidate for this scholarship program (If applying for Walt Ratterman (International) or Heather Andrews (Womens) Scholarship, please give details as you why you would fit this particular program).
  • If applicable, describe your experience within the Renewable Energy industry or application of Renewable Energy technologies.
  • Why do you want to pursue a career or training within this field?
  • If you are currently working within the industry, how will this training help you expand your current business or enhance your opportunities for advancement?
  • What are your goals upon completion of your SEI training?
Required field37 Dedication Statement (Essay) (answer completely in essay format!):

If you are awarded a scholarship, your SEI training will require time and dedication. Describe what steps you will take to insure your completion and success in the program. Are there any obstacles or barriers that would keep you from completing this program if awarded a scholarship? Please include any other information you feel would help the committee during the selection process.
Required field38 Signature of Understanding

I have reviewed this application for accuracy and to the best of my knowledge all the information provided is accurate. I understand that the SEI Scholarship Program is a selective admissions program and completing this application does not guarantee my acceptance into the program. By checking yes, I agree to the statements above.
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