DEADLINE EXTENDED! Applications due November 20th, 2026

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DEADLINE EXTENDED! Applications due November 20th, 2026 ✩

🎓 2026 ALC Senior Living Design Scholarship

Presented by the Ageless Living Collaborative, sponsored by Samuelson Furniture

The Ageless Living Collaborative (ALC) is pleased to open applications for the 2026 ALC Senior Living Design Scholarship. Sponsored by Samuelson Furniture, this scholarship aims to support students who are passionate about designing environments that enhance the lives of older adults.

We’re awarding two scholarships of $5,000 each to exceptional interior design students who demonstrate commitment, creativity, and care for aging populations.

🗓️ Key Dates

Applications Open:

August 1, 2026

Deadline to Apply:

Tuesday, November 20, 2026 at 12:00 PM (ET)

Scholarship applies to: Spring Semester 2027 tuition (funds paid directly to recipient’s institution)

✅ Eligibility & Requirements

This opportunity is open to junior- and senior-level undergraduate students and graduate interior design students studying at accredited institutions in the United States.

You will be asked to submit:

  • Full name and contact information
  • Current and permanent address
  • Date of birth
  • School and personal email addresses, and phone number
  • Student ID
  • Major and GPA (weighted/unweighted, if applicable)
  • Anticipated graduation date
  • College or university name and address
  • Total credit hours required, completed, and currently enrolled
  • Current course list with credits
  • Professional affiliations and/or extracurricular activities
  • Special certifications
  • Internship history, if any

📄 Required Documents

Please have the following ready to upload with your submission:

  • Official transcript
  • Up to two letters of recommendation (from a professor, advisor, employer, etc.)
  • Student essay (500-word maximum): Focus on your educational and professional goals, explaining your intended impact in senior living design, what prompted you to choose this career path, and why this scholarship is important to you.
  • Short biography (150-word maximum): Introduce yourself on a personal level, sharing your background, interests, and experiences that help us get to know you.
  • High-resolution headshot

Your essay and biography should be distinct. Please do not repeat the same content in both.

⚠️ All required documents and answers must be submitted by the application deadline.

Please submit your application well in advance of the deadline to avoid technical difficulties. Late submissions will not be accepted.

About the ALC Scholarship

This initiative is proudly led by the Ageless Living Collaborative, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing senior living design. While Samuelson Furniture is our generous sponsor, we strive to center ALC’s values and community in every part of this scholarship.

If you have questions or need assistance, email us at: scholarships@agelesslivingcollaborative.org

We look forward to reviewing your application and learning how you plan to shape the future of senior living design.