ASCE ECB
Student Scholarship Programs
The Mission of the American Society of Civil Engineers is to “Deliver value to our members, advance civil engineering, and protect the public health, safety, and welfare”. East Central Branch, with its large group of passionate and involved leaders takes this Mission to heart, and through a busy calendar, has been able to host a variety of social and technical events that not only provide an occasion for our members to socialize, but also provide thousands of dollars for scholarships directed towards civil engineering students.
Every year East Central Branch provides several scholarships to local civil engineering students who partake in our engineering community and who distinguish themselves for their interest in civil engineering and their academic results. This past September, during our Annual Installation Banquet we presented four $1,200 scholarships, thanks to the support received by our community. The Branch also started the "ECB Legacy Endowment Scholarship" which provided an additional $1000 to the top applicant for the Branch Scholarship. In addition to the scholarships provided directly by the Branch, numerous other scholarships are presented each year by the very active local Institutes.
Congratulations to the 2026 Branch Scholarship recipients!
University of Central Florida (UCF)
Paulina Tawrel
Paulina Tawrel is an Environmental Engineering student at the University of Central Florida with an interest in water resources. She served as ASCE UCF’s Marketing Chair and Concrete Canoe Visual Design Co-Captain, helping the team earn first place regionally and qualify for nationals. Her 2026–2027 roles include Internal Vice President and Concrete Canoe Outreach Captain. Paulina also volunteers at STEM outreach events and plans to pursue a master’s degree.
University of Central Florida (UCF)
Jordan Metellus
Jordan Metellus is a Civil Engineering student at the University of Central Florida with experience in transportation engineering through his internship at Stantec. As ASCE UCF’s Traffic Control Captain, he led his team to first place at the 2026 Southeast Student Symposium. Beyond engineering, Jordan has served in UCF Student Government, representing engineering students and supporting initiatives focused on campus safety, student resources, and community engagement.
University of Central Florida (UCF)
Jacob Quinones
Jacob Quinones is a Civil Engineering student at the University of Central Florida and serves as President of the ASCE UCF Student Chapter. As Concrete Canoe Project Manager, he led the team to a regional championship and its first-ever advancement to nationals. Previously serving as External Vice President, Jacob helped launch the chapter’s first joint mentorship program with the ASCE East Central Branch, connecting students with industry professionals.
University of Central Florida (UCF)
Christian Hongco
Christian Hongco is pursuing an accelerated bachelor’s and master’s degree in Civil Engineering at the University of Central Florida, with interests in land development and transportation. He serves as ASCE UCF’s Steel Bridge Logistics Lead and previously held the roles of Secretary and Traffic Control Captain. Christian has gained roadway and transportation design experience through internships at Patel, Greene & Associates and Ardurra, and has mentored fellow engineering students through SASE.
University of Central Florida (UCF)
Austin Berger
Austin Berger is a Civil Engineering student at the University of Central Florida and serves as ASCE UCF’s External Vice President after previously serving as Events Chair. He captained the Southeast Design-Build team to a third-place finish at the 2026 Southeast Student Symposium and has participated in the Mini Prestressed Beam and Steel Bridge teams. Austin also gives back through volunteering at the ASCE ECB Golf Tournament and UCF STEM outreach events.
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Geo-Institute
The ASCE Florida Section East Central Branch Geotech Institute (GI) is proud to announce the ASCE - GI Scholarship. ASCE - GI is committed to support Central Florida’s brightest minds for their future careers in geotechnical engineering. This scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students who are currently registered as a full-time student majoring in Civil or Environmental Engineering at the University of Central Florida and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Applications are currently closed. Scholarship winners will be announced soon.
ASCE East Central Branch
The ASCE Florida Section East Central Branch (ASCE ECB) is proud to announce the ASCE ECB Scholarship. ASCE ECB is committed to supporting Central Florida's brightest minds for their future careers in civil, construction, and environmental engineering.
Applications are currently closed. Scholarship winners will be announced soon.
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The ASCE Florida Section and Florida Engineering Foundation are pleased to announce the 2025 scholarship endowment partnerships. These endowments support 9 scholarships for students studying civil engineering in Florida universities and are awarded each year at the ASCE Florida Section Annual Conference. All applicants must be ASCE members and pursuing their studies in civil engineering at a Florida school. Previous undergraduate recipients may only apply for a graduate scholarship. Previous graduate recipients of an ASCE Florida Section scholarship are not eligible to apply.
Applications are currently closed. Scholarship winners will be announced soon.
Environmental and Water Resource Institute
The Environmental and Water Resource Institute (EWRI) of Central Florida is dedicated to supporting local ASCE Student Chapters by providing scholarships and sponsoring students to attend the Southeast Student Symposium. Each year proceeds from the EWRI one-day seminar are used to provide scholarships to civil and environmental engineering students from the University of Central Florida, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, and the Orlando campus of Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico.
EWRI annually awards thousands in scholarships to both undergraduate and graduate engineering students. Selection is based on academic performance, involvement in ASCE student activities, and a demonstrated commitment to water resources and the environment.
Applications are currently closed. Scholarship winners will be announced soon.
Structural Engineering Institute
The Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) of East Central Florida is offering a $1,500 scholarship for the 2025-2026 academic year. This scholarship is open to students from the University of Central Florida, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, and the Orlando campus of Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico. Interested applicants can find the form at the link below.
Applications are currently closed. Scholarship winners will be announced soon.
