Diversity Scholarship: Graduate Student Application
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Application Deadline: Thursday, March 21, 2024; 11:59pm

The AIA Chicago Foundation Diversity Scholarship aims to attract and retain diverse, talented young professionals in Chicago by recognizing the value of new and unique voices in the profession. Throughout the two years, each awardee is paired with a mentor from the AIA Chicago membership to receive ongoing guidance throughout their educational tenure.

Up to two $10,000 scholarships will be awarded each year. Each $10,000 scholarship will be awarded over two years, $5,000 per year, per recipient.

In the fall of 2024, eligible student applicants must

  • be enrolling at a NAAB accredited architecture master's degree program at the University of Illinois at Chicago, Illinois Institute of Technology, and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago
  • be going into their 1st year of a 2 or 3-year program, OR the 2nd year of a 3-year program 

What you will need to apply

  • Portfolio
  • One page resume
  • 500-1000 word statement that addresses the fulfillment of the diversity requirements
  • Two (2) letters of recommendation: one (1) must be from a professor or an employer from a design related firm
  • Financial information (FAFSA, if eligible, W2, tax return, or other financial proof if not from the US) - if you are having issues with your FAFSA, please email Allison Garwood Freedland at afreedland@aiachicago.org