ASID Joel Polsky Prize

Scholarship List Amount Amount:
$5,000
Calendar Deadline:
April 15, 2026
Stack Star Awards Available:
Varies
Eligibility Criteria:
Selected Major(s)
Current Year in School
Citizenship
Age
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Scholarship Description

Given annually, the Joel Polsky Prize recognizes outstanding academic contributions to interior design through print or digital communication. This year, the ASID Foundation is seeking submissions focusing on the impact of design on health and wellness. Submissions should address the needs of the public, designers, and students on topics such as, educational research, behavioral science, business practice, design process, theory, or other technical subjects. The number of recipients will vary.

Types of entries can include, but are not limited to, books, whitepapers, blogs, and videos. Entries will be judged on innovation of subject matter, comprehensive and original coverage of topic, organization, graphic presentation, bibliography, and references. Application Requirements: Description of the publication or visual communication (250 word maximum); Copy of publication or visual communication; Biographical statement; and Headshot.