Scholarships in Pulsed Power Science and Technology
Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQ 1). Am I eligible to apply for the scholarship?
If you meet the residency requirements, are in good standing with the university, and have completed through EE 3302 in an ECE program, then you are eligible to apply. The strongest applicants will demonstrate high academic achievement and potential, professionalism, and a strong interest in pursuing pulsed power engineering & research.
(FAQ 2). If I'm not selected this year, can I re-apply next year?
Yes. Students who meet the various requirements are free to re-apply the next time applications are being accepted. Some students will start the program their junior year, while some might start senior year. Awardees are expected to spend at least two semesters in the program.
(FAQ 3) How much will the scholarship be?
UG Scholarship amounts will vary ($1000- 5,000.- per semester for tuition and fee remission as well as research studies). The amount will primarily be based previous academic/research achievement and professional potential.
(FAQ 4) What are "mentor teams?"
The student will be mentored by a TTU P3E faculty member and, if applicable, experienced graduate students. The student will be expected to meet with the faculty for ~0.5 hours, bi-weekly in person. The mentors will review student progress, study issues, internship possibilities, and other topics of benefit to the student.
(FAQ 5). Do awardees need to join the PSPE (Program for Semiconductor Product Engineering) after finishing their BS degree?
No. However, the Pulsed Power program at Texas Tech program has been a great pathway for students to enter the pulsed power field. As a research assistant in the P3E center, you will travel and present your work at international conferences. While working on a pulsed power related project towards the MS EE degree you will be supported by approx. $2,300.-/month salary. See Figure 1 for a typical plan for a student that receives the scholarship as a junior and continues on to the P3E program (MS EE) as a graduate student.
Figure 1. Proposed timeline for a student receiving a PPST scholarship. Entry at any level at any time is possible.
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