PAVE Essay Contest and Scholarship Program, USA

The PAVE Essay Contest and Scholarship Program is now open for applications, offering high school students in Michigan the opportunity to earn college funding through a competitive essay contest. This program encourages students to explore the future of transportation, particularly autonomous vehicle technology and its societal impact.

Overview

The scholarship is organized by Partners for Automated Vehicle Education (PAVE). It aims to engage young minds in discussions about innovation, safety, and the broader implications of emerging transportation technologies.

Degree Level

This scholarship is open to:

High school juniors
High school seniors

Available Subjects

While there are no strict academic subject restrictions, essays should relate to:

Autonomous vehicle technology
Transportation innovation
Public safety and policy
Social and ethical implications of technology

Benefits

Winners of the contest will receive the following awards:

First place: $3,500
Second place: $2,500
Third place: $1,500
Two honorable mentions: $1,000 each

A total of 3 main awards and additional honorable mentions are granted.

Eligible Nationalities

This is a regional scholarship and is limited to students residing in the United States, specifically the state of Michigan.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following conditions:

Must be a high school junior or senior
Must reside in Michigan
Must be currently enrolled in a school in Michigan
Must not be an immediate family member of PAVE staff, member organizations, sponsors, or selection committee members