SEI Scholarship Application

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Here's what we know about you based on your answers so far. Please provide us with the information that is missing:

To start, let's get to know you. Please fill out the following:

Your name*

First Last

Your email*

Phone*

Where you live*

Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

What language you prefer to speak*

Your gender*

The race or ethnicity you most closely align with*

Your date of birth*

Month

Day

Year

How did you hear about SEI?*

Select the scholarship(s) you are applying for*

Choose up to 3 scholarships that you qualify for below. Please note that you may not be eligible for all scholarship funds. If you don't know what scholarships you qualify for, fill out the eligibility form by clicking here. If you already know which scholarship(s) to apply for, select them below.

SEI General Scholarship

Women in Solar Power Scholarship

Native American Education Scholarship

Veterans Scholarship

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Have you taken and completed SEI's free RE100 online course?*

Yes

The Veterans Scholarship you selected requires proof of Veteran status. Please have your form DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) ready to upload at the end of this application.

Are you a U.S. Resident?*

Yes

The scholarship(s) you selected are only for residents of the United States. Please apply for a different scholarship, if available.

Please upload your RE100 Certificate of Completion*

You can download this certificate accessing the SEI Online Campus with your username and password.

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One of the scholarships you selected requires successful completion of RE100: Introduction to Renewable Energy. Click here to begin the course (requires 6-10 hours of online training). Once you have completed this course, return to this scholarship application and apply.

If you are considering applying for the PRIDE Scholarship as an advocate, please be prepared to share the steps have you taken to advocate for the equal rights and acceptance of the LGBTQIA+ community.

One or more of the scholarships you selected is specific to women and anyone who identifies as such in a significant way. Check the box below if you consider this statement to be true for you*

I confirm I am a woman or identify as such

Here are the scholarships you applied for*

Please share some information on your education background and the SEI training you'd like to take below:

What is your highest level of education/ training?*

High School Diploma/GED

Some College

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree or Higher

Technical Training Certificate

None of the above

List any type of college degree, certificate, or any industry certifications you currently hold*

Have you previously completed any solar or renewable energy training in the past?*

Yes

Was your training through SEI?*

Yes

This should NOT include any free trainings offered by SEI such as RE100, RE101, etc.

Please list all previously completed courses with course titles below:*

Include the training organization they were taken from, SEI included (if applicable).

Select the first SEI course you would like to take*

Select the second SEI course you would like to take*

Prerequisite Required: One or more of the courses you have chosen requires you take SEI's PVOL101: Solar Electric Design & Installation (Grid-direct) online course. If you have not already taken and passed PVOL101, please make sure to select it as one of your choices.

In-person lab training confirmation*

By checking the box below, I confirm the following:
• I am able to cover food, travel, and/or lodging expenses if I am chosen for a lab training scholarship UNLESS my scholarship explicitly covers these things.
• OUT OF COUNTRY STUDENTS ONLY: I have a proper and valid US travel visa and it will be valid for 6 months after the date of the course I am applying for, so I will be able to legally enter the USA.

I confirm

Help us understand your current financial situation.

What is your estimated monthly household income (in $USD)?*

How many individuals live in your household?*

Please explain your employment/financial situation to help SEI understand your need for scholarship funds*

Getting closer! Take a few minutes to tell us about who you are as an individual and your passion for solar.

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Tell us about your life and interests

Your response must be 3-5 paragraphs long. The quality of this section will determine your scholarship eligibility.

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Tell us about your accomplishments*

Your response must be 3-5 paragraphs long. The quality of this section will determine your scholarship eligibility.

Tell us about your future plans or goals related to the scholarship(s) you are applying for*

Your response must be 3-5 paragraphs long. The quality of this section will determine your scholarship eligibility.

Almost there! Take a few minutes to tell us about your dedication to succeeding in solar.

If you are awarded a scholarship, your SEI training will require time and dedication. Describe what steps you will take to insure your completion and success in the program.*

Your response must be 2 paragraphs long. The quality of this section will determine your scholarship eligibility.

Describe any obstacles or barriers that would keep you from completing this program if awarded a scholarship?*

Your response must be 2 paragraphs long. The quality of this section will determine your scholarship eligibility.

Please include any other information you feel would help the committee during the selection process.*

Your response must be 2 paragraphs long. The quality of this section will determine your scholarship eligibility.

Your photo*

Please provide a photo (headshot preferred) of yourself that you agree may be used for promotion purposes if you are selected for and accept a scholarship for SEI training.

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Proof of Veteran Status*

Please provide your form DD-214: Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty.

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Signature of Understanding*

I have reviewed this application for accuracy and to the best of my knowledge all the information provided is accurate. I understand that the SEI Scholarship Program is a selective admissions program and completing this application does not guarantee my acceptance into the program. By accepting a scholarship with SEI, I agree that my name, photo and story may be used for promotion and advertising purposes. By checking the box, I agree to the statements above.

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