Design scholarships - Jan '25
Updated Jan 30, 2025Apply below to the best Design scholarships for January 2025.
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YoungArts Arts Competition
Writing • Music • Theatre/Performing Arts • Design/Visual Communications • Game Design • Graphic Design • Interior Design • Film • Photography • Arts • Age • High school • Freshmen
YoungArts Competition offers $250 to $10,000 for artists in grades 10-12. Apply with an online application, audition, or portfolio.
Deadline:
October 17, 2025
ASHRAE Region IV Benny Bootle Scholarship
North Carolina • South Carolina • Georgia • Architecture • 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 • Sophomores • Seniors • Juniors • Freshmen
The ASHRAE Region IV Benny Bootle Scholarship awards $5,000 to eligible engineering or architecture students with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
December 1, 2025
The Midwest Broadcasts Journalists Association Scholarship
Iowa • Minnesota • Nebraska • North Dakota • South Dakota • Wisconsin • Communications • Design/Visual Communications • Digital Communications/Media • Journalism • Photography • Public Relations • Radio & Television • Writing • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Graduate Students • Seniors
The Midwest Broadcast Journalists Association offers $1,500 scholarships for students pursuing broadcast journalism in the Midwest.
Deadline:
February 23, 2025
AnitaB.org Tech Journey Fund Scholarship
Technology • IT/Information Technology • STEM • UX/Technical Design • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
AnitaB.org Tech Journey Fund offers scholarships up to $10,000 for women of color in computing degrees. Apply anytime!
Deadline:
December 30, 2025
The Ambient Bamboo Floors Scholarship
Environmental Science • Environmental Engineering • Conservation • Urban Design • Education • Business (MBA) • Energy • Horticulture • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores
The Ambient Bamboo Floors Scholarship offers $1,200 to U.S. college students. Apply by writing an essay on a selected topic.
Deadline:
September 1, 2025
AMACESP Student Scholarships
Accounting • Management • Architecture • Aviation/Aeronautical • Civil Engineering • Chemical Engineering • Construction Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Communications • Computer Science • Computer Engineering • Construction • Engineering • Environmental Science • Finance • Environmental Engineering • Aerospace • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen • Sophomores • Graduate Students
AMACESP offers scholarships up to $5,000 for students pursuing aviation-related degrees with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Join AMAC to apply.
Deadline:
March 10, 2025
LiveLikeLyly Memorial Scholarship
Fashion • Graphic Design • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • High school • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students
The LiveLikeLyly Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for full-time students pursuing fashion or graphic design degrees.
Deadline:
May 31, 2025
Career and Technical Scholarships
Manufacturing/Production • 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 • Graphic Design • Marketing • Business Administration • Construction • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors
The Career & Technical Scholarship offers $2,500 to students under 35 overcoming obstacles in select fields. Apply now!
Deadline:
July 1, 2025
Ruth Clark Furniture Design Scholarship
Interior Design • Design/Visual Communications • Carpentry/Masonry • Graduate Students • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Freshmen
The Ruth Clark Furniture Design Scholarship offers $4,000 to students focused on residential furniture design, honoring founding member Ruth Clark.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
MJSA Scholarships
Fashion • Other Trades/Crafts • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
MJSA Scholarships offer $3,350 for students in jewelry programs pursuing a career in the industry. Apply now!
Deadline:
May 14, 2025
San Diego District Scholarship
California • Food & Nutrition • Fashion • Economics • Marketing • Interior Design • Finance • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Travel & Tourism • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The San Diego District Scholarship offers up to $3,000 for students in various fields. Minimum 2.50 GPA required. Apply now!
Deadline:
February 8, 2025
Scott Campitelli Memorial Scholarship
Vermont • Communications • Design/Visual Communications • Digital Communications/Media • High school • Freshmen
The Scott Campitelli Memorial Scholarship offers $2,000 to Vermont high school seniors pursuing Communications with financial need.
Deadline:
February 14, 2025
Robert W. Thunen Memorial Scholarship
California • Nevada • Oregon • Washington • Architecture • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Interior Design • Carpentry/Masonry • Construction • Other Trades/Crafts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Robert W. Thunen Memorial Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for students in lighting education in Northern CA, NV, OR, or WA.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
CBC Spouses Performing Arts Scholarship
Studio Arts • Fashion • Music • Theatre/Performing Arts • For Black and/or African American students • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
The CBC Spouses Performing Arts Scholarship offers $5,000 to African-American students pursuing degrees in performing arts.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association Scholarship Competition
Arts • Graphic Design • Other Trades/Crafts • Digital Communications/Media • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • High school
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Emerald Empire Chapter Scholarship Award
Oregon • Horticulture • Architecture • Interior Design • Other Trades/Crafts • Juniors • Seniors
The Emerald Empire Chapter Scholarship offers $2,000 to Oregon high school graduates majoring in horticulture or landscape fields.
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
Print and Graphics Scholarship
Graphic Design • Other Trades/Crafts • Manufacturing/Production • Photography • High school • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores
The Print and Graphics Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for students in printing or graphics programs with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
PHCC Educational Foundation Scholarships
Construction • Management • Technology • Business Administration • Mechanical Engineering • UX/Technical Design • Mechanical • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
PHCC Educational Foundation offers scholarships up to $2,500 for students majoring in plumbing, heating, and air conditioning.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Tony Coelho Media Scholarship
For students with disabilities • Digital Communications/Media • Film • Music • Communications • Design/Visual Communications • Sophomores • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Tony Coelho Media Scholarship offers $5,625 for students with disabilities pursuing media careers. Apply with essays and a recommendation.
Deadline:
May 22, 2025
APA Judith McManus Price Scholarship
Transportation/Logistics • Urban Design • Construction • Conservation • Construction Engineering • Environmental Science • Environmental Engineering • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Women • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The APA Judith McManus Price Scholarship supports women and minorities in planning with a $5,000 award for eligible students in need.
Deadline:
May 31, 2025
Helene M. Overly Memorial Scholarship
Finance • Transportation/Logistics • Urban Design • Graduate Students
The Helene M. Overly Memorial Scholarship supports women in graduate transportation studies with awards up to $10,000.
Deadline:
June 10, 2025
Charles Abrams Scholarship
Urban Design • Graduate Students
The Charles Abrams Scholarship offers $2,000 for U.S. citizens in graduate planning programs with financial need. Nomination required.
Deadline:
June 12, 2025
Student Design Competition
Architecture • Design/Visual Communications • Fashion • Game Design • Graphic Design • Interior Design • Urban Design • UX/Technical Design • Marketing • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Student Design Competition awards up to $5,000 to college students in design fields for innovative project submissions.
Deadline:
October 21, 2025
History of Art Institutional Fellowships
Art History • Architecture • Graduate Students
Six Kress Fellowships for pre-doctoral research in European art history, offering $30,000 for two years at top research centers.
Deadline:
November 30, 2025
Vermont DAR Good Citizenship Scholarship
Vermont • Social Sciences • Social Work • Sociology • Criminal Justice • Economics • History • International Relations • Philosophy • Political Science/Government • Urban Design • Psychology • High school • Freshmen
Vermont DAR Good Citizenship Scholarship offers $1,000 for high school seniors pursuing social sciences degrees. Apply with FAFSA, essay, and recommendations.
Deadline:
February 14, 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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