Architects Foundation/McAslan Fellowship

Travel scholarship established in 2019 supporting top graduating architecture students to engage with McAslan+Partners (UK-based firm) and the World Monuments Fund on international architectural projects.

Geographic Scope: National (United States); international travel component to Haiti or Scotland

Focus Areas:

• Travel and international experience
• Restoration and preservation work
• Community engagement and homelessness initiatives
• Emerging professional experience

Eligibility:

• Top graduating architecture students
• Students matriculating from architecture programs
• Enrolled in NAAB-accredited architecture programs

Program Details:

• Annual award
• Supports two students
• First year offered: 2019
• Travel component includes:
  • Original project (2019): Participation in restoration of Madame Gauthier Villa in Port-au-Prince, Haiti as part of U.S. State Department's Ambassador's Fund (travel to New York and Port-au-Prince)
  • Later iteration (2019-2020): Work with John McAslan+ Partners on homelessness initiative in Scotland
• Opportunity to engage with internationally recognized architecture firm
• Partnership with World Monuments Fund

Application Process

1. Application Period: Typically opens in January; deadline mid-March (2019)
2. Required Materials:
   • Application form
   • Resume/CV
   • Portfolio of work
   • Personal statement on interest in international architecture and community engagement
   • Letters of recommendation
   • Academic credentials
3. Submission: Submit through Architects Foundation website
4. Selection: Jury selection of two top graduating students based on academic achievement, portfolio quality, and demonstrated interest in community-focused architecture