Architects Foundation is working to attract, inspire and invest in the next generation of architects, and we can help fund your college education with this multiyear scholarship of up to $20,000. Those selected as Next Generation Scholars will join a select group of students who through imagination, commitment to excellence, and participation in a supportive network can change the landscape of the profession and future of the built environment.
Scholarship Details
- Up to $20,000 multiyear scholarship for eligible architecture students
- Supports students enrolled in NAAB-accredited architecture programs
- Opportunity to join a network of alumni, mentors, and scholars
- Renewable for up to 5 years (total award up to $20,000)
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Open to high school students planning to enroll in a NAAB-accredited architecture program
- Eligible to rising second-year college students in NAAB-accredited programs
- Available to technical or community college students who plan to transfer to a NAAB-accredited program
- NAAB-accredited programs include five-year Bachelor of Architecture degrees or pre-professional bachelor’s followed by a Master of Architecture
Application Process
- Complete the Diversity Advancement Scholarship application on the Architects Foundation website
- Provide proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency
- Submit academic transcripts and proof of enrollment or intent to enroll in a NAAB-accredited program
- Include a personal statement on your commitment to architecture and the value of diversity in the profession
Please note that we have separate undergraduate and graduate applications. When you click the application link, you’ll be directed to the main application page — from there, select the option that reflects your student status for Fall (undergraduate or graduate).
