What are the benefits of the PCI Program and NSBE Jr. membership?

-FREE bi-annual subscription to NSBE's magazine, The Bridge. This magazine encourages self-pride, academic excellence, and college pursuit for pre-college students. Pre-college students can learn about technology trends and career interests.

-Discover "E" Lecture Series: In celebration of National Engineers Week, collegiate and alumni members collaborate to inform pre-college students about engineering from academic and professional perspectives.

-SAT/ACT and College Admissions Preparation: Students will receive materials to prepare them for the PSAT, SAT, ACT, and other college-entrance exams. These materials will also provide pre-college students with information on how, when, and where to apply for college admissions.

-Scholarships and Awards: To reward high school students who have excelled academically and expressed an interest in pursuing a career in engineering and its related fields, NSBE offers scholarships to NSBE Junior members.

-Try-Math-A-Lon: This competition is designed to enhance math and science skills of high school students planning to take PSAT, SAT, and ACT exams.

-Professional Development: Students will receive materials that are geared toward development of interviewing techniques and resume writing skills.

-NSBE Web Activities: Each month an educational and/or professional development activity will be highlighted on the NSBE web site.

-Academic and Technical Competitions: Students have the opportunity to participate in various Team-based academic and technical competitions throughout the year and at our National Convention as outlined below.

- National PCI Science Fair
- FIRST Robotics Competition (High School) and Lego League (Middle School)
- MathCounts Competition (Middle School)
- Scientific Design Competition (National Convention)
                                                                                                                       

PCI Program Goals

The National Society of Black Engineers Pre-College Initiative program will lead the world in enhancing pre-college students' academic, technical and leadership skills in order to maximize their success in life. NSBE Jr. aims to:


-Help pre-college students develop a positive attitude towards academic excellence

-Encourage and support parental commitment to their student's education

-Stimulate enthusiasm about engineering and science among pre-college students

-Raise cultural awareness among African-American youth

-Provide support to students throughout the college application process

-Increase college graduation rates of African-American students

-Prepare pre-college students to be positive, contributing future collegiate and 
  professional NSBE members
                                                                                                                       

How Much are the Annual Dues?

NSBE Jr. Dues are $5 per year.


What is the NSBE Jr. membership term?

NSBE Jr. membership expires on July 31st of each year, as it follows the NSBE fiscal cycle. After this date, members must renew their membership status along with their chapter renewal. Membership forms received after April 30th of any year will be processed for the following membership year, which begins August 1st.
                                                                                                                       

How do I join NSBE Jr.?

Please click this link for online membership.


How do I start a NSBE Jr. chapter?

The Chapter charter process is an online process, no paper forms are provided.
Each chapter must obtain a NSBE Jr. Chapter Advisor and at least five (5) members to charter a new chapter.
Five members and the Chapter Advisor
Click on this link to begin the procedure
How Can I qualify for College Scholarships?

NSBE offers several college scholarships to NSBE Jr. members who are in their senior year of High School. For more information, visit the PCI programs page and complete an application. Please note that you MUST be a NSBE Jr. member to receive a scholarship.

How do I Report a Change of Address?

All information changes can be made on-line. Use the ID provided in your email confirmation and your password to retrieve data. Make your changes and be sure to save them.
                                                                                                                       

Questions?

Contact the Programs Department at NSBE Headquarters, at pci@nsbe.org
or call (703) 549-2207 ext. 204.

 

Additional details can be found at the following links:

  Collegiate Membership

  Alumni Membership

  International Membership

  PCI Membership

Complete and submit your membership form online at NSBE ONLINE.