Barbara G. Laurie Scholarship Program in USA

Barbara G. Laurie Scholarship Program in USA

Applications are now open for the Barbara G. Laurie Scholarship Program, a prestigious $20,000 scholarship for District of Columbia students pursuing undergraduate studies in architecture. Offered by AIA|DC and the Washington Architectural Foundation, this scholarship supports aspiring architects who demonstrate academic excellence, creative talent, financial need, and a strong commitment to the field of architecture.

The scholarship is designed to assist high school seniors and transfer students from Washington, D.C. who are planning to enroll in an accredited architecture degree program. In addition to the substantial financial award, the scholarship may be renewed annually until graduation, provided recipients maintain good academic standing and continue in an architecture program.

This is an excellent opportunity for students passionate about architecture to receive meaningful support toward achieving their professional goals.

Degree Level

The Barbara G. Laurie Scholarship Program is available for students entering:

• Undergraduate Architecture Programs

This includes first-year college students as well as eligible transfer students entering an architecture degree program.

Available Subjects

The scholarship is specifically available for:

• Architecture

Applicants must be enrolling in a NAAB-accredited architecture program or planning to transfer into an architecture degree program.

Benefits

The selected applicant will receive:

• $20,000 scholarship award
• 1 award available
• Opportunity for renewal until graduation
• Financial support for undergraduate architecture education

Renewal is dependent on maintaining a good GPA and remaining enrolled in the architecture program.

Eligible Nationalities

The scholarship is open to students in the United States, specifically those who are:

• Residents of the District of Columbia

Applicants must meet the residency requirements regardless of where they plan to study.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Barbara G. Laurie Scholarship Program, applicants must:

• Be a resident of the District of Columbia
• Be one of the following:
  • A high school senior graduating from a public, charter, or private school in D.C. or the surrounding region
  • A technical school or community college student planning to transfer into an architecture degree program
• Plan to enroll in an undergraduate architecture program in Fall
• Demonstrate:
  • Interest in architecture
  • Academic achievement
  • Extracurricular involvement
  • Drawing ability
  • Financial need

Recipients are selected by the Washington Architectural Foundation, and all decisions are final.

Selection Criteria

Applications are evaluated based on:

• Demonstrated passion for architecture
• Academic performance
• Participation in extracurricular activities
• Artistic or drawing skills
• Financial need

Applicants with a strong portfolio and a clear commitment to architecture are encouraged to apply.

Application Procedure

Students must complete the scholarship application and submit all required materials before the deadline.

Steps to Apply:

1. Complete the scholarship application form.
2. Prepare academic transcripts and supporting documents.
3. Submit materials demonstrating interest in architecture, such as drawings or portfolio samples.
4. Provide financial need information if required.
5. Submit the full application before the deadline.

All application materials become the property of AIA|DC and the Washington Architectural Foundation.

Application Deadline

The deadline to apply for the Barbara G. Laurie Scholarship Program is:

1 May 

Applicants should complete their applications as early as possible to avoid missing the deadline.