Architects Foundation

AIA Minnesota ARE Scholarship

2026 scholarship awarded; next scholarship will be in 2027.

Eligibility / geography: Minnesota
Funding: Up to full cost of all ARE sections (2026 total cited: $1,542)

This opportunity is administered by AIA Minnesota. Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application requirements with the original source before applying.

AIA Florida ARE Scholarship

Applications available July 1; deadline September 30.

Eligibility / geography: Florida / AIA Florida
Funding: Up to two ARE seat credits

This opportunity is administered by AIA Florida. Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application requirements with the original source before applying.

Paul W. Welch Jr. ARE Scholarship

For licensure candidates not reimbursed by their firms.

Eligibility / geography: California
Funding: ARE + CSE + record fees; approx. $1,560–$1,770

This opportunity is administered by California Architectural Foundation. Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application requirements with the original source before applying.

ARE Scholarship

Reimbursement for eligible licensure expenses.

Eligibility / geography: Local / chapter
Funding: Up to $2,000 lifetime reimbursement

This opportunity is administered by AIA Long Beach / South Bay. Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application requirements with the original source before applying.