Published February 4, 2026

VMA Scholarship Applications Being Accepted

Scholarships are awarded to VMA member company dependents studying engineering or manufacturing.


Dependents of VMA member companies who are attending or planning to attend a technical, vocational or university program to study manufacturing or engineering are encouraged to apply for the VMA William Sandler Scholarship Program.

Students must be in good standing and may apply for the scholarship each year of their studies. The scholarship was created to help offset the costs of postsecondary education and encourage students to explore careers in the valve industry.

More information and a link to the applications can be found on the VMA website. Applications are being accepted through March 31, 2026, and winners will be announced late summer.

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