Graduate Scholarship Opportunities

Requirements

    Applicants to the MASTER OF URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING degree program

How much?

    Multiple awards available; various amounts available.

Where do I apply? What do I need?

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• Essay: Please describe your specific area of interest and intended contributions to the planning profession (500 words max).

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Application deadline

December 1

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Who can apply?

• Applicants to the Master of Architecture program

How much?

• Multiple awards available

How do I apply? What do I need?

• No Application. The recipient is chosen by the Architecture Department faculty and the award supports research and professional engagement.

Who can apply?

• Applicants to the Master of Architecture program

How much?

• $5000

How do I apply? What do I need?

• No Application. The recipient is chosen by the Architecture Department faculty and award supports research and professional engagement. 

Who can apply?

• Applicants to the Master of Architecture program

How much?

• $4000, award may be split among recipients
  

How do I apply? What do I need?

• Deadline: January 19
• https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/ "Clinton"
• Essay. 500 words describing interest in classical architecture or traditional design.

Who can apply?

• Applicants to the Master of Architecture program

How much?

• $8,000, award may be split among recipients
  

How do I apply? What do I need?

• Deadline: January 19
• https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/ "Brian Hovey"
• Essay. 500 words describing work ethic, financial need, and contribution to the betterment of the community and the environment.

Who can apply?

• Applicants to the MASTER OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE degree program

How much?

• Multiple awards available

How do I apply? What do I need?

• No Application. The recipient is chosen by MLA faculty and award supports research and professional engagement.

Who can apply?

• Applicants to the Master of Urban and Regional Planning degree program

How much?

• $1,500, one award available

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Deadline: January 19
• https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/ "Adrienne Balsover"
• Essay - 500 words describing your interest in issues of sustainability in the Planning profession.

Who can apply?

• Applicants to the Master of Urban and Regional Planning degree program with preference given to students demonstrating financial need.

How much?

• $5000, two awards available

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Deadline: January 19
• https://ucdenverdata.formstack.com/forms/chfa_recruitmenthttps://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/ "CHFA Building the Future"
• Essay - 500 words describe your interest in studying and/or working in the area of affordable housing OR in the area of economic development.

Requirements

    Applicants to the MASTER OF URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING degree program

How much?

    $1500, one award

Where do I apply? What do I need?

https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/ "Gil McNeish"

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Application deadline

January 19

Requirements

• Applicants to the Master of Urban and Regional Planning degree program

How much?

• $2,500, multiple awards available

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/ "Gorman"
• Students from historically underrepresented backgrounds (defined as those students from geographic areas and socioeconomic backgrounds that are historically underrepresented in the field of architecture, and/or students who have faced unusual adversity) in the field of urban planning are encouraged to apply. Applicant identity with regard to gender or sex will not be used in making awards.

• Deadline: January 19

Who can apply?

• Applicants to the Master of Urban and Regional Planning degree program

How much?

• $2000; two awards available
  

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/ "Trafton Bean"
• Deadline: January 19
• Essay - 500 words describing areas of interest and intended contributions to the Planning profession.

Requirements

    Applicants to the MASTER OF URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING degree program

How much?

    Multiple awards available; various amounts available.

Where do I apply? What do I need?

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• Essay: Please describe your specific area of interest and intended contributions to the planning profession (500 words max).

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Application deadline

January 19

Who can apply?

• Applicants to the Master of Historic Preservation program

How much?

• $4000 - $8000, amount may be divided among applicants

How do I apply? What do I need?

• No Application. The recipient is chosen by the MSHP Admissions Committee. 

Who can apply?

• Applicants to the Master of Historic Preservation program

How much?

• $4000 - $8000, amount may be divided among applicants

How do I apply? What do I need?

• No Application. Recipient is chosen by the MSHP Admissions Committee. 

Who can apply?

• Applicants to the Master of Historic Preservation program

How much?

• 45 credits of MS HIPR tuition covered (over three semesters), not including student fees.
  

How do I apply? What do I need?

• No Application. Recipient is chosen by the MSHP Admissions Committee.

Requirements

• Applicants to the MASTER OF URBAN DESIGN degree program

How much?

• $5000 - $10,000 (amount to be divided among applicants)

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• No application. The recipient is selected by MUD Admissions Committee.

Requirements

• Applicants to the MASTER OF URBAN DESIGN degree program

How much?

• $2000 (amount to be divided among applicants)

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• No application. The recipient is selected by MUD Admissions Committee.

Who can apply?

• CAP students in BSARCH, MARCH, MLA, MURP, and MUD entering the final year of their degree program in the coming academic year.

How much?

• $1500, one award

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Deadline: March 1st
• https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/ "Hideo Sasaki"
• Essay: Please write a brief essay describing your commitment to or experience with interdisciplinary design, and why this is important to you. Additionally, please prepare a statement of your financial need and how a scholarship would positively impact your academic achievement (300 words max).

• Portfolio of recent work

Who can apply?

• CAP students of any level (undergraduate and graduate) and of any degree program (Architecture, Historic Preservation, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Urban and Regional Planning) may apply.
• This scholarship seeks to support CAP students who are historically underrepresented in the College as well as in the field of architecture and planning. Underrepresented students include those who are from geographic areas and socioeconomic backgrounds who are historically underrepresented in CAP’s related professional fields, and/or students who have faced unusual adversity.

How much?

• $1200, one award

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Deadline: March 1st
• https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/ "Rich von Luhrte"

Who can apply?

• Graduate or PhD students

How much?

• $6000, one scholarship available

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Deadline: March 1st
• https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/ "Jennifer Moulton Fellowship"
• In addition to a project proposal, an applicant may also supply a portfolio of creative work or other professional product (e.g. professional report/plan/study/research paper).
• Project proposal should identify a "focus issue" involving architecture, urban design, and/or community planning in the Denver metropolitan area (examples include challenges of community growth, services for the homeless, policy development affecting design disciplines, issues surrounding new architecture in historic neighborhoods).
• Project proposal must be considered as a "live" project; this is not a hypothetical exercise.

Who can apply?

• Master of Architecture students
• Should have interest or concentration in multi-family housing and urban planning issues

How much?

• $1500, one award annually

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Complete the College’s Scholarship Application Packet (available online) and submit by March 1st

Who can apply?

• Master of Architecture students
• Must be entering final year of study
• Award based on academic performance and merit

How much?

• $3000, one award annually

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Complete the College’s Scholarship Application Packet (available online) and submit by March 1st

Who can apply?

• Master of Architecture students
• Based on academic excellence, professional promise and contribution to the college.

How much?

• $5000, may be divided into two equal parts

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Complete the College’s Scholarship Application Packet (available online) and submit by March 1st

Who can apply?

• Master of Architecture students
• Applicant must show established accomplishment either academically and/or in professional practice.
• Financial need considered.

How much?

• $3000, one award annually

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Complete the College’s Scholarship Application Packet (available online) and submit by March 1st

Who can apply?

• Master of Architecture students
• Preference will be given to a student who has made significant contribution to AIAS.
• Financial need considered.

How much?

• $2500, one award annually

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Complete the College’s Scholarship Application Packet (available online) and submit by March 1st

Who can apply?

• Current Master of Architecture students currently enrolled in ARCH 5140 Studio IV (or higher) and who will enroll in classes throughout the next academic year.

How much?

• $2000 and the opportunity to apply for an internship with Anderson Mason Dale

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Deadline: March 1st
• https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/, search for "Anderson Mason Dale"
• Portfolio of recent work
• Two brief essays (not to exceed 300 words, per) on the following prompts: 1) Please describe, using architectural precedents, work that has had a profound effect on your thinking about architecture especially as it pertains to your own work? 2) Please describe why an internship at Anderson Mason Dale will be a meaningful experience for you; additionally, discuss how your unique experiences, skills or interests may benefit Anderson Mason Dale.

Who can apply?

• Current Master of Architecture students

How much?

• $2500 and an opportunity to apply for an internship

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Deadline: March 1st
• https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/ "Fentress"
• Portfolio of recent work
• Essay - 300 words regarding the opportunity to intern with Fentress Architects.

Who can apply?

• Master of Landscape Architecture students who are rising into the 2nd year of the program (this will be awarded in the student's second year of the MLA program).

How much?

• $5,000

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/: "Ryan Godderz Excellence in Landscape Architecture" 
• Application deadline: March 1st
• Please compile and submit a single file containing the following materials: 1.) an abbreviated portfolio of their previous studio projects; 2.) one letter of recommendation; 3.) a statement of your commitment to the public realm of less than 500 words; 4.) and a statement of financial need of less than 250 words. 

Who can apply?

• Master of Landscape Architecture students who are rising into the 3rd year of the program (this will be awarded in the student's third/final year of the MLA program).

How much?

• $3,000

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/: "Brandes Landscape Architecture" 
• Application deadline: March 1st

• Please compile and submit a single file containing the following materials: 1.) an abbreviated portfolio of their previous studio projects; 2.) one letter of recommendation; 3.) a statement of your commitment to the public realm of less than 500 words; 4.) and a statement of financial need of less than 250 words.

Who can apply?

• Current Master of Urban Planning students

How much?

• Varies

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Deadline: March 1st
• Scholarship Application: https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/  "APA Colorado"
• Essay: 500 words maximum. Suggested points to include are:
  • What motivates you to study and work in the field of planning?
  • How have you been involved in APA/APA Colorado?
    • What have you accomplished?
    • What perspective(s) do you bring from your life and experiences that inform your understanding of and/or contributions to the planning field?
  • How have you benefited?
  • What field of planning do you hope or plan to do once you have earned your degree?
    • Do you have any related work experience?
    • Do you hold any related degrees?
  • What perspective(s) do you bring from your life and experiences that inform your understanding of and/or contributions to the planning field?

Who can apply?

• Current Master of Urban Planning students

How much?

• $5000, one award available

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Deadline: March 1st
• https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/ "CHFA Building the Future"
• Essay - Please describe your interest in studying and/or working in the area of affordable housing OR Please describe your interest in studying and/or working in the area of economic development

Who can apply?

• Current Master of Urban Planning students

How much?

• $1500

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Deadline: March 1st
• https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/ "David R. Hill"
• Essay - 500 words describing interest in social factors in urban design such as solar energy, energy conservation, and pedestrianism.

Who can apply?

• Current Master of Urban Planning students

How much?

• $1500

Where do I apply? What do I need?

• Deadline: March 1st
• https://ucdenver.scholarshipuniverse.com/ "Giltner"
• Essay - 500 words with a focus on planning issues in Denver and how you can apply your education in Urban and Regional Planning to help solve these issues.

Requirements

  Students currently enrolled in coursework for the MASTER OF URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING degree program.

How much?

    $1500 - $5000 (multiple awards available)

Where do I apply? What do I need?

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Application deadline

March 1st