Filipino American Society of Architects and Engineers of Southern California
Scholarship Program
The Alimento-Niere Scholarship supports students pursuing architecture, engineering, computer science, construction management, planning, surveying, and related disciplines.
Application for 2026 Scholarships is ongoing!
About
FSEF was established to provide educational assistance through scholarships for underprivileged students in the U.S. and the Philippines, training assistance for underprivileged immigrants from the Philippines, and other community support.
FASAE SoCal instituted the scholarship program in 2001 and continues to work with FSEF to award the Alimento-Niere Scholarship to qualified students.
The full history is available online.
Applicants must have at least 25 percent Philippine parentage and be working toward a Bachelor of Science degree in an eligible field.
Applicants must be enrolled in one of the eligible campuses or Southern California colleges.
Applications are reviewed for completeness and graded by weighted criteria. Finalists may be invited for an interview, and committee decisions are final.
| Item | Weight |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Essay | 25% |
| Personal Statement | 25% |
| Justification for the Scholarship | 25% |
| GPA Rating | 25% |
For 2026, FASAE will award each of the four highest scoring applicants with a one-time award.
Start of Application
Application Deadline
Finalist Interviews
Awardees are Notified
Official Announcement Ceremony
