The annual FSF Case Study Scholarship is our signature program. The scholarship topics change each year but always involve an in-depth student challenge that focuses on real issues facing the fashion industry today. No matter what sector of the industry you’re interested in, we have a challenge for you. We’re searching for the best and brightest fashion students from all backgrounds — and we encourage you to apply!
Scholarship Details
- Open to students pursuing careers across all areas of the fashion industry
- Awards scholarship funding that may be used for tuition, study abroad, internship housing, and other educational expenses
- Recipients are eligible to participate in the FSF Mentor Program
- Winners are invited to attend the FSF Awards Gala in New York City, with complimentary travel and hotel accommodations
- Provides access to internships and career opportunities through FSF corporate partners
- Recipients may join the FSF Alumni Association for continued professional development
- Eligible applicants receive access to FSF University, an online educational platform that supports case study preparation
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be enrolled full-time as a sophomore, junior, or senior graduating in Spring
- Must attend a four-year college or university located in the United States
- Students attending both FSF member and non-member schools are eligible to apply
- International students studying in the United States on an F-1 visa are eligible to participate
- International applicants are encouraged to submit documentation of prior Curricular Practical Training (CPT), if applicable
- Must complete the required case study and all application requirements by the published deadline
Application Process
- If attending an FSF member school, contact your school's FSF Educator Partner for application instructions and portal access
- Complete the online scholarship registration through the FSF application portal
- Enroll in FSF University using the instructions provided after registration
- Complete the required annual case study addressing the current fashion industry challenge
- Submit all required application materials before the October 12th deadline
- If applicable, provide supporting documentation related to Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
FSF University is an online learning platform created by the Fashion Scholarship Fund to ensure all students—regardless of school affiliation—have equal access to educational resources that prepare them to complete the FSF Case Study. This course is a one-stop resource for FSF applicants to begin their career journeys.
