Engineering · Scholarship

How to write a engineering student CV for a scholarship

A scholarship CV rewards merit and potential — committees look for academic strength, leadership and community impact, not job history. Here's how to do it as a engineering student.

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What matters for a scholarship

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Academics first

Lead with grades, awards, honours and academic achievements — they anchor the decision.

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Leadership & service

Committees value initiative: society roles, mentoring, volunteering and organising.

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A clear goal

A short line on what the scholarship will help you achieve strengthens your case.

Engineering specifics

Engineering recruiters look for hands-on projects, technical tools and evidence you can solve real problems. Quantify wherever you can — loads, tolerances, cost savings, efficiency, team size. “Designed a bracket that cut mass 18% while meeting the safety factor” is far stronger than “did a design project.”

Frequently asked questions

How is a scholarship CV different from a job CV?

It foregrounds academic merit, leadership and potential over work experience. See our scholarship CV guide.

How long should a scholarship CV be?

One page is ideal; up to two is acceptable if you have substantial achievements, publications or leadership to evidence.

Should I include my final-year project?

Yes — it's often your most substantial work. Describe the objective, method, tools and outcome.

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