PIDC-D'Alessio Scholarship for Urban Development

Purpose: Supports graduate students at Philadelphia schools pursuing careers in urban development and finance.

Background: Established in 2018 as part of PIDC's 60th Anniversary to honor Walt D'Alessio's 46+ years of service as Chief Executive and Chairman of PIDC. The scholarship recognizes his dedication, integrity, and commitment to supporting growth throughout Philadelphia.

Geographic Scope: Philadelphia area

Award Details:

• Amount: Up to $2,500 per scholarship
• Number of Awards: Up to 2 scholarships per year
• Additional Benefit: Scholarship recipients are offered a paid PIDC fall internship

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Pursuing a graduate degree
2. Student at a Philadelphia college or university; OR a Philadelphia resident at a college or university studying outside the Philadelphia area
3. Pursuing one of the following areas of study:
   • Urban Studies
   • Economics
   • Law
   • Public Administration
   • Real Estate
   • Regional and/or City Planning
   • Urban Planning and Design

Contact Information:

• Phone: 215-496-8020
• Email: protected email
• Address: 1500 Market Street Suite 3500 West, Philadelphia, PA 19102

Next Application Period: Applications open February 2, 2027; Deadline: March 31, 2027 (based on 2026 cycle pattern)

Application Process

1. Create/Log In to ISTS Portal
   • Apply at the designated button on the scholarship page
   • Create a new ISTS login if you're new to the system
2. Submit Application
   • Click the "Add New Application" button
   • Enter the program key: PIDC

Required Application Components

Prepare the following materials:

• Resume
• Clubs & extracurricular activities (list)
• Community service & volunteering (list)
• Honors & awards (list)
• Work & internship experience (if any)
• Two short essays (no more than 250 words each)
• Most recent undergraduate college/university transcript
• Most recent graduate college/university transcript

Essay Questions

1. What do you do to give back to your community and why is it important to you?
2. How will this scholarship and internship opportunity advance your career and/or personal life?

Transcript Requirements

• Official transcripts are not required; unofficial transcripts are acceptable
• Full name must be visible on all documentation provided
• Transcript must be a full transcript showing all grades, not just a grade report

Deadline

March 31, 2027 (based on 2026 application cycle)