American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) Landscape Architecture Foundation (LAF) Diversity Scholarship

Landscape Architecture Foundation (LAF)

Amount: $5,000
Deadline: February 15
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No

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About

This LAF scholarship supports ethnic minority students, including African Americans, pursuing degrees in landscape architecture, encouraging diversity in the profession.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 2.5+
  • Demographic: african-american, hispanic, native-american, asian
  • Must be an ethnic minority student enrolled in or accepted to an accredited landscape architecture program
  • Demonstrate financial need

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • Personal statement
  • Official transcript
  • 2 recommendation letters
  • Portfolio (optional, but encouraged)

Timeline

Applications open in November. Deadline February 15. Winners notified by April.

Tips

Your personal statement should articulate your passion for landscape architecture and how you plan to contribute to creating equitable and sustainable environments. A strong portfolio, if applicable, can significantly enhance your application.