# Richard Wiesner Engineering Scholarship

> Up to $2,000 from Sacramento Region Community Foundation. See the official page for current dates..

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/richard-wiesner-engineering-scholarship
- Provider: Sacramento Region Community Foundation (Foundation)
- Award: Up to $2,000
- Deadline: See the official page for current dates.
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/ca
- Official page: https://www.sacregcf.org/students/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Richard Wiesner Engineering Scholarship, administered by the Sacramento Region Community Foundation, supports undergraduate students pursuing engineering degrees. To qualify, applicants must attend either Sacramento State or UC Davis and major in engineering. This program is specifically designed for veterans of the United States Armed Forces, and candidates must submit a DD214 to verify their service. Additionally, recipients are required to work part-time while enrolled in school. 

The scholarship provides a $2,000 award to help cover educational expenses. To apply, students must register and complete an application through the provider's online scholarship portal. As part of the application process, candidates may need to submit a copy of their Free Application for Federal Student Aid submission summary report or a California Dream Act report to demonstrate financial need. Applicants should check the official page for current dates and deadlines.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: CA
- Education level: Undergraduate
- Year: College 1st year, College 2nd year, College 3rd year, College 4th year
- Minimum GPA: 2
- College types: 4-year college, Public college
- Must attend Sacramento State or UC Davis and major in engineering. Must be a veteran of the United States Armed Forces (DD214 required) and work part-time while attending school.

## How to apply

Apply online through the foundation's scholarship portal, submitting academic transcripts, proof of part-time employment, and a DD214 form to verify military service.

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