Our scholarships aim to foster inclusivity and professional development within the fields of Information Architecture and User Experience Design. Applications closed on February 16, 2025, and scholarship recipients will be announced by March 15, 2025.
The Professional Equity Scholarship is for non-students facing financial challenges or career transitions that would otherwise prevent them from attending.
Benefits
Professional Equity Scholars receive:
- Conference registration at a discounted rate
- Access to professional development opportunities
- Opportunities to contribute as a volunteer during the event
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Work in Information Architecture or a related field
- Demonstrate financial hardship
- Be willing to support the volunteer team during the event
Application Process
Applications for both scholarships will be open until February 16, 2025, with scholarship recipients to be announced around March 15, 2025. To apply for our scholarships, you will be asked to complete a short personal statement that answers:
- Why are you applying for the IAC Scholarship program?
- What drew you to apply to IAC25?
- How would attending the conference help with your career plans?
- Note: Statements should not exceed 500 words (3000 characters). Do not identify yourself or your previous employers in the essay.
Review Process
A panel of judges from the IAC community will select scholarship winners. Selections will be based on:
- Stated goals
- Quality of writing
- Potential for growth and leadership
Questions?
If you need more information, contact scholarships@theiaconference.com.