Design scholarships - Jan '25
Updated Jan 30, 2025Apply below to the best Design scholarships for January 2025.
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Student Scholarships in Journalism
Journalism • Communications • Photography • Graphic Design • Design/Visual Communications • Digital Communications/Media • Freshmen
Apply for Student Scholarships in Journalism offering up to $1,000 for journalism and communications majors. Essay and recommendations required.
Deadline:
May 10, 2025
SOPREMA Scholarship
Architecture • Engineering • Construction Engineering • Seniors • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students
The SOPREMA Scholarship offers $5,000 for students in architecture, engineering, or construction management. Apply with an essay and recommendation.
Deadline:
May 15, 2025
NCTA AWMF Scholarship
Digital Communications/Media • Design/Visual Communications • Communications • For Women • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students
The NCTA AWMF Scholarship offers $10,000 to female communications/media students for original media projects.
Deadline:
May 24, 2025
Timothy S. and Palmer W. Bigelow, Jr. Scholarship
Connecticut • Maine • Massachusetts • New Hampshire • Rhode Island • Vermont • Horticulture • Other Trades/Crafts • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Pre-Nursing • Interior Design • Architecture • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Bigelow Scholarship offers up to $3,000 for New England students in horticulture, prioritizing financial need.
Deadline:
May 31, 2025
Wells Fargo American Indian Scholarship
Game Design • Travel & Tourism • Home Services • Hospitality • Agriculture • Arts Management • Conservation • Management • Natural Resources Management • Operations Management • Sports Management • Finance • Accounting • Marketing • IT/Information Technology • For Native American / American Indian students • Seniors • Graduate Students
Wells Fargo offers scholarships up to $5,000 for American Indian and Alaska Native students in specific fields. Apply with an essay and references.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
NextEra Energy Foundation (NEEF) Scholarship
Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Mathematics • Physics • Chemistry • Biology • Architecture • Conservation • Energy • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Fire Science/Firefighting • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Science • STEM • For Native American / American Indian students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
NEEF Scholarship offers $5,000 for American Indian and Alaska Native students in environmental, energy, or STEM fields with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Katrin Lamon Fellowship
Literature • Communications • Design/Visual Communications • Digital Communications/Media • Journalism • For Native American / American Indian students • Graduate Students
The Katrin Lamon Fellowship supports American Indian and Alaska Native graduate students in literature and communication with awards up to $30,000.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Elizabeth Furber Fellowship – Women studying Creative Fine Arts
Arts • Studio Arts • Photography • Art History • Music • Writing • Architecture • Design/Visual Communications • Fashion • Graphic Design • Game Design • Interior Design • Theatre/Performing Arts • Literature • For Native American / American Indian students • For Women • Graduate Students
The Elizabeth Furber Fellowship offers $5,000 to American Indian and Alaska Native women in Creative Fine Arts graduate programs.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
CDM Smith Scholarship Program
Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Architecture • Urban Design • Geological & Earth Sciences • Environmental Science • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
CDM Smith offers $7,500 scholarships for engineering students with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Apply now to pursue your dreams!
Deadline:
April 18, 2025
The Target Advancing Design Diversity Scholarship
Graphic Design • Design/Visual Communications • Game Design • Interior Design • Transportation/Logistics • Industrial Engineering • UX/Technical Design • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen
The Target Advancing Design Diversity Scholarship offers $3,000/year for Black/African American design students. Apply now!
Deadline:
May 28, 2025
International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association Scholarship Program
Civil Engineering • Urban Design • Construction Engineering • Political Science/Government • Public Policy & Administration • Finance • Accounting • IT/Information Technology • Business Administration • Management • Marketing • Communications • Operations Management • Transportation/Logistics • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association offers $5,000 scholarships for students in transportation-related fields.
Deadline:
April 19, 2025
The Game Changers Scholarship
Design/Visual Communications • Game Design • Interior Design • Urban Design • Political Science/Government • Criminal Justice • Psychology • Counseling • Public Health • Sociology • Communications • Health/Medical Technology • IT/Information Technology • Technology • Agriculture • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Arts Management • Management • Natural Resources Management • Operations Management • Sports Management • Accounting • Economics • Biology • Marine Biology/Sciences • Chemistry • Physics • Geological & Earth Sciences • Astronomy • Environmental Engineering • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Fire Science/Firefighting • Food Sciences & Technology • Information Sciences • Materials Science • Science • Arts • Art History • English • Foreign Languages • Religious/Theological Studies • History • Social Sciences • International Relations • Gender Studies • Writing • Graphic Design • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Game Changers Scholarship awards $2,000 to multicultural women for business, sciences, or liberal arts degrees. Minimum GPA: 3.0.
Deadline:
May 12, 2025
NEWH Clifford R. Tuttle Scholarship
Hospitality • Interior Design • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The NEWH Clifford R. Tuttle Scholarship awards $5,000 to Interior Design students focused on hospitality. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
Deadline:
June 21, 2025
NEWH South Florida Chapter Scholarship
Florida • Interior Design • Architecture • Hospitality • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
NEWH South Florida Chapter offers up to $35,000 scholarships for hospitality students with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
Deadline:
August 1, 2025
NEWH Houston Region Scholarship
Arkansas • Louisiana • Texas • Interior Design • Architecture • Hospitality • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Deadline:
October 21, 2025
NEWH Cincinnati Region Scholarship
Ohio • Kentucky • Interior Design • Hospitality • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Architecture • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
NEWH Cincinnati Region offers up to $5,000 scholarships for students in hospitality fields with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
Deadline:
November 1, 2025
Brinkmann Scholarship
Interior Design • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Brinkmann Scholarship offers $250+ to U.S. interior design students for academics and summer internships. Essay and recommendation required.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
The Voyager Scholarship
English • Conservation • Environmental Science • Foreign Languages • Health Education • Healthcare-Related • History • Hospitality • Journalism • Law • Law Enforcement • Legal • Literature • Mental Health • Social Work • Social Sciences • Sociology • Public Health • Public Policy & Administration • Public Relations • Teacher Education • Teaching • Art History • Arts • Arts Management • Biology • Business (MBA) • Business Administration • Childcare • Climate Sciences • Communications • Criminal Justice • Design/Visual Communications • Digital Communications/Media • Education • Political Science/Government • International Relations • Juniors • Seniors
The Voyager Scholarship offers up to $50,000 for junior students committed to public service. Open to U.S. citizens and DACA students.
Deadline:
March 27, 2025
Leaders Commemorative Scholarship
Design/Visual Communications • Graphic Design • Interior Design • Urban Design • Community Service • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduates
The Leaders Commemorative Scholarship offers $1,500 for undergraduates in Interior Design with leadership and community service experience.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Part-time Student Scholarship
Interior Design • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen • Graduate Students
The IFDA offers a $1,500 scholarship for part-time students in interior design or related fields at accredited schools.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships for Graduate Students
Interior Design • Graduate Students
The ASID Foundation offers $4,000 scholarships for graduate interior design students. Apply with a portfolio, recommendation, and essays.
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
AGL Over the Rainbow Scholarship
Arts • Studio Arts • Photography • Graphic Design • Art History • Theatre/Performing Arts • Music • Freshmen
AGL Over the Rainbow Scholarship awards $1,000 to dedicated high school fine arts students pursuing college education.
Deadline:
May 15, 2025
NEWH Fabric Innovations Legacy scholarship
Florida • New York • Hospitality • Management • Interior Design • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The NEWH Fabric Innovations Legacy scholarship awards $10,000 to hospitality or interior design students in Florida or New York.
Deadline:
June 21, 2025
AT&T/ The NETwork BICP - Lewis Latimer Scholarship
Arizona • Florida • Illinois • Michigan • Missouri • Texas • California • Georgia • Indiana • Mississippi • New York • STEM • Psychology • Agriculture • Architecture • Biology • Mathematics • Science • Technology • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Animal-Related • Marine Biology/Sciences • Automotive • Aviation/Aeronautical • Electrical/Electronics • Energy • IT/Information Technology • Manufacturing/Production • Mechanical • Arts • Film • Meteorology • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Lewis Latimer Scholarship offers $2,500 for STEAM students with a 2.75 GPA. Apply with transcript, recommendation, and essay.
Deadline:
September 5, 2025
Michael Jackson Scholarship
Communications • Design/Visual Communications • Digital Communications/Media • Theatre/Performing Arts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Michael Jackson Scholarship provides up to $4,000 for Communications and Performing Arts students with a 3.0 GPA and financial need.
Deadline:
September 25, 2025
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FAQ
In your personal statement, include your passion for design, your career goals, relevant experiences, and how the scholarship will help you achieve your educational objectives.
Yes, many Design scholarships are open to international students. However, it's essential to check the specific eligibility requirements for each scholarship.
Common documents required for Design scholarships include a completed application form, academic transcripts, a portfolio of your work, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement.
To increase your chances, focus on creating a strong portfolio, writing a compelling personal statement, and meeting all application requirements. Additionally, applying early and seeking feedback on your application can be beneficial.
Yes, you can apply for multiple Design scholarships. In fact, applying for several can increase your chances of receiving funding for your studies.
While a high GPA can enhance your application, not all Design scholarships require a specific GPA. Some may focus more on your portfolio or design-related achievements.
Eligibility criteria for Design scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as academic performance, portfolio submissions, financial need, and enrollment in a design program.
Yes, many Design scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable institutions, organizations, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its credibility.
You can find Design scholarships on platforms like Mos, which aggregates various scholarship opportunities tailored to your field of study.
Design scholarships are financial awards aimed at students pursuing studies in various design fields, such as graphic design, interior design, fashion design, and industrial design. These scholarships help cover tuition and related educational expenses.
Common mistakes include missing deadlines, failing to follow application instructions, submitting a weak portfolio, and not proofreading your application materials. Make sure to review everything carefully before submission.
When writing your application, be sure to clearly articulate your passion for design, showcase your unique perspective, and highlight any relevant experiences or achievements. Tailoring your application to each scholarship's specific requirements can also help.
Design scholarships usually cover tuition fees, but they may also provide funds for materials, books, and other educational expenses related to your design studies.
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