IIDA NE has established this scholarship opportunity to provide recognition and to reward outstanding Interior Design students in the Rhode Island region. It is intended for a student working towards a degree in Interior Design, or Interior Architecture, based on the entry requirements. The goal is to encourage creative thinking, exciting ideas, and techniques in the design and furnishings of interior spaces.

The winner will be announced at and will also receive a complimentary ticket to the 20th Annual Croquet Tournament on Thursday, August 10, 2023!

This year, we are thrilled to offer a $1,000 scholarship to one individual!

Application Timeline

July 5, 2023, 5:00 p.m. ET: Application & Recommendation Deadline
July 14, 2023: All applicants contacted with the final decision
August 10, 2023: 20th Annual Croquet Tournament

Entry Requirements

- Completed scholarship application (button to the right)
- Must be currently enrolled in a Rhode Island or Southeastern Massachusetts school OR reside within the state of Rhode Island
- Must submit a work/project sample
- Two written recommendations using this recommendation form
- A copy of either your 2022-2023 class schedule or 2023-2024 class schedule
- IIDA Membership is not a requirement

Application Review Criteria

Applications will be reviewed by a Committee of practicing Interior Design professionals within the Rhode Island region. For the purposes of this review, IIDA NE will hide all applicant names, school affiliations, and contact information to ensure an equal and unbiased review process. The decision of the Committee is final.

Winner Details

We are thrilled to provide the following to this year’s recipient:

- $1,000 payable directly to the student’s school for tuition purposes
- Complimentary 2024 Student IIDA Membership
- Complimentary ticket to and publicly announced at the 20th Annual Croquet Tournament
- Spotlight in IIDA NE social media and newsletter

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

5:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 5

Deadline has passed.