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Scholarships for interior design majors
Bhramara Heid & Ann Stillwell Interior Design Endowed Scholarship
Due: 1/1/26
No essay
No Recommendations Required
No Transcripts Required
Varies
The Bhramara Heid & Ann Stillwell Interior Design Endowed Scholarship supports Interior Design major students. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and complete 12 credits. A U.S. citizen or permanent resident is not required. Students may contact the Office of Financial Aid for more information.
ASID and John Ramsey Scholarship
Due: 2/1/26
No essay
No Recommendations Required
No min. GPA Required
No Transcripts Required
$500
The ASID and John Ramsey Scholarship is open to students who are Interior Design majors.
ADHM Tartan Scholarship
Due: 3/1/26
No Recommendations Required
No min. GPA Required
No Transcripts Required
Varies
The ADHM Tartan Scholarship is for students majoring in Apparel, Retail Merchandising and Design or Interior Design at NDSU, who have financial need and are active members in one of the following student organizations: American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) or Fashion, Apparel and Business Organization (FABO).
Vercille Voss Graduate Student Scholarship
Due: 3/31/26
No min. GPA Required
$2,000
The Vercille Voss Graduate Student Scholarship was established in memory of Vercille Voss, longtime Illinois Chapter member and mentor to new members and students. Applicants must be enrolled as a graduate student at an accredited university. All applicants must have completed four design courses in post-secondary education at the time of application and be majoring in Interior Design or a related field. The recipient of this scholarship must be enrolled for the fall semester following the scholarship application deadline, in order to receive this scholarship. Applicants must submit one design project example, which must include process details, descriptions and both in-process and final drawings (to include plan, elevation and/or 3-D drawings and renderings). Computer generated and/or hand work may be included. Group projects will not be accepted. Two additional individual images, without supporting documentation, computer generated and/or hand drawings and/or renderings may be also included. Applicants must also submit a letter of recommendation from an instructor or professor. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the IFDA Educational Foundation for more information.
IFDA Philadelphia Scholarship
Due: 3/31/26
No min. GPA Required
$2,500
The IFDA Philadelphia Scholarship is available through the IFDA Educational Foundation to a current undergraduate student, enrolled in either a two, three or four year institution. The scholarship will rotate among four disciplines, over four years in the following order: Graphic Design in 2026 and Interior Design in 2027. All applicants must have completed four design courses in post secondary education at the time of application and be majoring in Interior Design or a related field. Applicants must submit one graphic design project example, which must include process details, descriptions and both in-process and final drawings. Computer generated and/or hand work may be included. Group projects will not be accepted. Four additional individual images, with descriptions, detailed computer generated final design images and/or final design hand drawings and/or final design renderings and/or final built examples must also be submitted. Final images are encouraged for all examples, and applicants are asked that they provide color images. Applicants must also submit a letter of recommendation from an instructor or professor. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the IFDA Educational Foundation for more information.
Tricia LeVangie Green/Sustainable Design Scholarship
Due: 3/31/26
No min. GPA Required
$1,500
The Tricia LeVangie Green/Sustainable Design Scholarship was established by the New England Chapter to honor the late Tricia LeVangie, an active and committed IFDA New England member. The scholarship is for an undergraduate student focusing on the evolving green/sustainable field of study. Sustainable design is the development of innovative ways to create living spaces that are energy efficient and feature green/sustainable materials, fabrications and products. The student applying for this scholarship is planning to become an educated participant in the green movement. Paying equal attention to both sustainability factors and design aesthetics, the student should be demonstrating creative use of green products and eco-friendly furnishings in class projects. The student is familiar with current information in the green/sustainable field, is applying this knowledge in class work and has a goal of seeking a future LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) accreditation. Applicants must submit one design project example, which must include process details, descriptions and both in-process and final drawings (to include plan, elevation and/or 3-D drawings and renderings). Computer generated and/or hand work may be included. Group projects will not be accepted. Three additional individual images, without supporting documentation, computer generated and/or hand drawings and/or renderings may also be submitted. Applicants must also submit a letter of recommendation from an instructor or professor. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the IFDA Educational Foundation for more information.
IFDA Educational Foundation Part-Time Student Scholarship
Due: 3/31/26
No min. GPA Required
$1,500
The IFDA Educational Foundation Board of Trustees added a scholarship for a part-time undergraduate student enrolled in a continuing education in interior design or related program at an accredited school. All applicants must have completed four design courses in post-secondary education at the time of application and be majoring in Interior Design or a related field. The scholarship applicant must be currently enrolled in at least two courses as a part-time student. Applicants must submit one design project example, which must include process details, descriptions and both in-process and final drawings (to include plan, elevation and/or 3-D drawings and renderings). Computer generated and/or hand work may be included. Group projects will not be accepted. Two additional individual images, without supporting documentation, computer generated and/or hand drawings and/or renderings may be also submitted. Applicants must also submit a letter of recommendation from an instructor or professor. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the IFDA Educational Foundation for more information.
IFDA Leaders Commemorative Scholarship
Due: 3/31/26
No min. GPA Required
$3,000
The FBN Construction Company established the FBN Leaders Commemorative Scholarship in memory of John DeShazo, founder of FBN Construction Company. This scholarship is available to any undergraduate student enrolled in an interior design or related program. The student must be involved with volunteer or community service and have held leadership positions during the past five years. All applicants must have completed four design courses in post-secondary education at the time of application and be majoring in Interior Design or a related field. One copy of the Design Project Example, to include process details, descriptions and both in-process and final drawings (to include plan, elevation and/or 3-D drawings and renderings) is required. Computer generated and/or hand work may be included. One copy of two to three additional examples of the applicant must also be submitted. Please visit the scholarship's website for more information.
Ruth Clark Furniture Design Scholarship
Due: 3/31/26
No min. GPA Required
$4,000
The Ruth Clark Furniture Design Scholarship was established by the Carolinas Chapter to honor Ruth Clark, one of the chapter's founding members. The scholarship is open to currently enrolled post-secondary students whose emphasis is on residential furniture design. All applicants must have completed four design courses in post-secondary education at the time of application and be majoring in Interior Design or a related field. The scholarship is open to currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate post-secondary students majoring in design with a focus on residential upholstered and/or wood furniture design. Applicants must submit one design project example, which must include process details, descriptions and both in-process and final drawings (to include plan, elevation and/or 3-D drawings and renderings). Computer generated and/or hand work may be included. Group projects will not be accepted. Four additional individual images, with descriptions, detailed computer generated final design images and/or final design hand drawings and/or final design renderings and/or final built examples must also be submitted. Final built furniture images are encouraged for all examples, and applicants are asked that they provide color images. Applicants must also submit a letter of recommendation from an instructor or professor. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the IFDA Educational Foundation for more information.
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What are interior design scholarships?
Interior design scholarships are financial aid for college created specifically for interior design students. Scholarships for interior design majors can help students access higher education opportunities that otherwise may be out of reach because of financial reasons. All scholarships are free money for college that you don’t have to pay back.
Eligibility requirements for interior design scholarships
Before you apply for interior design scholarships, make sure you check the eligibility requirements to see if you qualify. These may include:
- Minimum GPA
- Community service experience
- U.S. citizenship
- Plans to attend an accredited program
- Leadership skills
- FAFSA® submission
Scholarship requirements vary, so don’t assume you won’t qualify. Keep searching for scholarships that best match your qualifications.
Are interior design scholarships worth my time?
If you want to get as much free money as you can for your education, then yes! You’ll find some scholarships are quick and easy to apply for, while others require more time and effort. Typically, fewer students apply for scholarships that require work (like writing an essay) which means you could have better odds of winning if you apply for one of those.
Pro tip: Don’t pass up on interior design scholarships that have smaller award amounts. ($) There’s typically less competition for them—and they add up!
How do I find interior design scholarships?
From your school to national organizations, there are so many places to find interior design scholarships that can help you pay for college.
Scholarship resources
- The financial aid office at a college or career school
- Organizations (such as professional associations) related to your field of interest
- Federal agencies
- Free scholarship search engines, like Scholly Scholarships
- Local libraries, businesses, or associations
Your high school guidance office is a great place to start when looking for local scholarships. You could also try doing a search for your city’s name and “community foundation,” or the county you live in and “foundation.”
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What types of interior design scholarships are available?
Need-based scholarships
These are scholarships for students who have demonstrated a financial need. There’s no universal number or set income level that tells you if you qualify. How each scholarship defines what financial need means varies. The federal government as well as specific organizations, corporations, and colleges/universities/schools offer need-based scholarships.
Merit scholarships
Merit scholarships are for students who have shown high academic, athletic, or extracurricular achievement over their high school careers. Not all schools/colleges offer merit-aid—highly selective schools typically don’t. The process for applying for merit scholarships varies. For merit scholarships offered through colleges and universities, you generally don’t have to do anything other than complete the application to the school itself. For some schools, you need to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) to be eligible.
Career-specific grants or scholarships
These are awarded to students who know they want a career in a specific industry. Maybe they know they want to be a teacher, a nurse, or an engineer. To be eligible for grants, students must submit the FAFSA®. To find career-specific scholarships, try searching for your major and “association.”
Community or nonprofit scholarships
Nonprofit and community organizations often receive funding from donors to create scholarship programs for students who need them.
Tips for successful scholarship applications
- Pull together everything you need for the application including transcripts, so you can submit a complete scholarship application.
- You may need a recommendation letter or letters for a scholarship. Ask a teacher, employer, or someone else who knows you to write one for you—and be sure to give them enough time to do it.
- If you’re writing a scholarship essay, follow the prompt, answer the essay question completely, and write from your experience. A few well-written essays that you can reuse for different scholarship applications can really pay off.
- Highlight your strengths and achievements in your application.
- Talk about your financial need and what you would use the scholarship money for if you won. How would it help?
- Have to interview for a scholarship? Dress to impress in a professional outfit. And do your research! Look into how/why the scholarship was created. Try to bring up why it’s meaningful to you. Also, don’t forget to send a thank-you note afterwards.
- Keep track of all the deadlines for the scholarships you’re applying to. If you miss one, they may not extend the due date.
- Apply for scholarships year after year, all through college. As you continue your studies, gain more experience, and try new extracurricular activities in college, you might be eligible for more scholarships you weren’t originally qualified for.
Want more tips to up your chances of winning? Check out our scholarship guide for everything you need to know about finding and winning scholarships.
Frequently asked questions
These tips can help as you get ready to apply for interior design scholarships.
When are scholarship application deadlines?
There’s no standard deadline for scholarship applications. Each scholarship has its own deadline, so be sure to keep track of dates and make sure you don’t miss any deadlines of scholarships that you want to apply to.
Do you need to know which college you’re attending?
You don’t need to know which college you’re going to attend before applying for most scholarships. However, once you’re awarded scholarships, some of them may ask for eligibility verification—which can include proof of college enrollment.
Is there a limit on how many scholarships you can apply for?
Absolutely not, so apply for as many as you can to increase your chances of winning free money. Want to find more types of scholarships? There are so many, check them out!
Pro tip: Apply for scholarships each year you’re in college.
Does every scholarship application require an essay?
Not every scholarship will ask you to submit an essay—different scholarships have different requirements. If you’re applying for a scholarship with an essay and need help writing yours, get tips for writing scholarship essays.
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