Who is eligible for the Fashion Scholarship Fund?

Enrollment: Must be a full-time sophomore, junior, or senior at an FSF member school. Academic Standing: Maintain a good academic record as defined by your institution. Submission: Complete and submit a case study as part of the FSF Scholarship Competition. Specific Scholarships: Additional criteria may apply for certain named scholarships, such as demographic requirements or specific areas of interest.

Fashion Scholarship Fund

Name: Fashion Scholarship Fund (FSF) Scholarships

Award Amount:

Scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $25,000, depending on the specific award and competition.

Information and Eligibility:
The FSF is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the future leaders of the fashion industry. Each year, the FSF awards over $1.4 million in scholarships to students pursuing careers in various sectors, including design, merchandising, marketing, and business strategy. Scholarships are awarded through competitions such as the FSF Case Study Scholarship and the Virgil Abloh™ “Post-Modern” Scholarship Fund.

Eligibility Criteria:

Enrollment: Must be a full-time sophomore, junior, or senior at an FSF member school.
Academic Standing: Maintain a good academic record as defined by your institution.
Submission: Complete and submit a case study as part of the FSF Scholarship Competition.
Specific Scholarships: Additional criteria may apply for certain named scholarships, such as demographic requirements or specific areas of interest.

Application Requirements:

Contact your school’s FSF Educator Partner for application details and case study guidelines.
Prepare and submit a case study addressing a prompt provided by the FSF.
Ensure all application materials are submitted by the specified deadlines.

Application Timeline:

Case Study Prompts Released: February
Application Deadline: October 13
Notification of Awards: January

Additional Information:

Recipients gain access to mentorship programs, internships, and networking events with industry leaders.
Specialized scholarships, such as the Virgil Abloh™ “Post-Modern” Scholarship, focus on promoting equity and inclusion within the fashion industry.
For more details, including a list of member schools and specific scholarship opportunities, visit the official FSF website below.

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