Scholarship Opportunity

Thomas F. Ellerbe Scholarship

Offered by Minnesota Architectural Foundation

The Thomas F. Ellerbe Scholarship recognizes final-year graduate architecture students for excellence in architectural design, integration of multiple disciplines, and the clarity and resolution of their design work. The program supports students as they complete their academic degree and prepare to enter professional architectural practice.

EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelGraduate Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

Next Thomas F. Ellerbe Scholarship Cycle

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineTo Be Announced

Eligibility

  • Be a final-year graduate student in architecture.
  • Be completing an academic architecture degree program and preparing to begin a professional career.
  • Participate in the competitive design review process established for the annual Thomas F. Ellerbe Scholarship.

Requirements

  • Submit architectural design work for evaluation.
  • Demonstrate rigor and excellence in architectural design.
  • Demonstrate integration of other disciplines within architectural design presentations.
  • Demonstrate clarity and resolution in addressing the design challenges presented.
  • Complete any additional materials required for the annual scholarship competition.

How to Apply

  1. 1Review the current Thomas F. Ellerbe Scholarship competition requirements.
  2. 2Prepare architectural work from the final year of graduate study.
  3. 3Select work demonstrating strong design rigor and interdisciplinary integration.
  4. 4Prepare the required design presentation or submission.
  5. 5Submit all required materials according to the annual competition schedule.
  6. 6Participate in the scholarship jury process.