This annual award honors rising student visionaries who demonstrate creativity and innovation in consumer environment design. Three winners will each receive a $7,500 cash prize, Gala travel and accommodations, plus a $1,000 grant for their educator or department.
Scholarship Details
- Three winners selected annually
- Each winner receives a $7,500 cash prize
- Winners also receive Gala travel and accommodations
- An additional $1,000 grant awarded to the educator or department of each winner
Eligibility Criteria
- Full-time undergraduate or graduate student in North America
- Enrolled in a 2-4 year program in design, architecture, or visual merchandising
- Must maintain full-time enrollment of at least 12 credits (or equivalent)
Application Process
- Submit four (4) 11x17 boards of pre-existing innovative design work addressing human-centered design, sustainability, inclusivity, cultural awareness, or contemporary design themes
- Boards submitted as PDFs, no name or school identifiers
- Obtain a current transcript (official or unofficial) to verify enrollment and standing
- Submit current transcript (official or unofficial)
- Submit all materials according to the official application instructions before the posted deadline
All projects must be innovative in nature. Projects should exemplify creativity and be distinguished by their unique and thoughtful design thinking. Each solution must solve one or more of the designated sub-topics listed on the PAVE Global website.
