Gensler Opportunity Scholarship 2026

The Gensler Opportunity Scholarship + Design Challenge work to break down the barriers of entering the architectural profession and provide opportunities for all students. These scholarships award students enrolled in U.S. not-for-profit architecture programs with academic tuition scholarships, micro-scholarships for books and materials, and opportunities for summer internships. Scholarships available amount to $60,000.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMarch 15, 2026
• Value$60,000
• Study Level
• SponsorGensler
• Eligible CountryUnited States

Benefits

 Scholarships available amount to $60,000.

Requirements

Eligible applicants must:

• Be enrolled in a NAAB accredited architecture program
• Begin the final year of your program in Fall 2026
• Meet additional requirements based on the scholarship applied for; see details

Check also:
Fairleigh Dickinson Scholarships for International Students 2026

Application Deadline

How To Apply

Complete an online application which includes:

Resume

A Letter of Recommendation from the dean, chair, or faculty member of the program. The letter must confirm that the applicant meets the eligibility criteria and describe their professional excellence.

Personal Impact Statement that provides insight into how you have overcome adversity, demonstrated leadership and ways that you plan to use design to create a better tomorrow.

Design Challenge Sketch and explanation.

One advanced-level architecture project with written description (500 words and 10 pages, maximum). Work done with a single partner may be submitted, but it must include a description of the applicant’s specific contribution and a letter of support from the applicant’s collaborative partner.

For more details, visit Gensler Scholarship Webpage