Modernism Week Scholarship Program

Modernism Week Scholarship Program

Overview: Modernism Week's proceeds provide scholarships to local students pursuing college educations in architecture and design-related fields, in addition to supporting local and state preservation organizations and neighborhood groups in their efforts to preserve modernist architecture.

Partner Organization: OneFuture Coachella Valley provides matching funds and engages the community to improve student achievement and prosperity through education.

Geographic Scope: Coachella Valley, California

Award Amounts:

Up to $1,000 for community college students

Up to $5,000 for university students

Awards may be used for tuition, books, living costs, and related college expenses

Focus Areas/Eligible Majors:

Architecture

Architectural Preservation

Interior Architecture

Landscape Architecture

Urban Planning

Environmental Studies

Fashion Design

Graphic Design

Industrial Design

Interior Design

Textile Design

Eligibility Requirements

Residency:

Must be permanent residents of the Coachella Valley for the past three (3) consecutive years

Education Status:

Must be enrolled full-time in a Coachella Valley high school (for high school applicants)

OR must enroll full-time in a non-profit accredited college, university, or academic institution in the U.S. (for college applicants)

Academic Performance:

Minimum of 2.0 GPA and above for high school students

Minimum of 2.5 GPA for third- and fourth-year college students

Prior Education:

Must have attended a California high school for a minimum of three (3) consecutive years

Must have graduated or completed a GED in the state of California

Degree Level:

Must be pursuing first Bachelor's or Associate's degree

Financial Aid:

Must complete the 2026-27 FAFSA or CSAC financial aid application (if applicable) by April 3, 2026

Organization: MADE, a 501(c)(3) organization, EIN 27-1259579