CAREERS IN REAL ESTATE

DiLella Center for Real Estate Scholarship Award $2,500*: This scholarship, made possible through generous donations by Villanova alumni and community members working in the real estate industry, is awarded to a Villanova University student that has demonstrated strong academic performance, a passion for real estate, and a desire to build a career within the industry. Only rising seniors with GPA of 3.25 or higher are eligible to apply.  
 
ICSC Kieran P. Quinn Villanova University Undergraduate Award $2,000*: This scholarship is awarded to a Villanova University real estate student that has demonstrated a passion for real estate and a desire to build a career within the industry. Only rising seniors with GPA of 3.25 or higher are eligible to apply. 
 
SIOR Philadelphia Chapter Scholarship $4,000*: Provided by the Philadelphia Chapter of SIOR, this scholarship is awarded to a Villanova University student based on his/her GPA and overall participation in real estate programs and activities with the DiLella Center. Only rising seniors with GPA of 3.25 or higher are eligible to apply. 
 
Thomas M. Mulroy Scholarship $2,500: This scholarship, donated by Thomas M. Mulroy '85, is awarded to two Villanova students (real estate majors only) who intend to pursue careers in real estate post graduation. Candidates must have demonstrated strong academic performance and engagement in Center programs throughout the academic year. 
 
Vince Sanfilippo Scholarship for Excellence in Real Estate Investment Management*: This merit-based scholarship is provided to a highly achieving student that has demonstrated excellence and leadership with the DiLella Mulroy Real Estate Student Managed Fund and has also demonstrated an overall passion for real estate and a desire to build a career within the industry. Only Fund participants who are rising seniors with a GPA of 3.25 or higher are eligible to apply. 
 
*Candidates must have a demonstrated interest in real estate and plan to pursue a career in real estate after graduation. Field of study, work/internship experience, and extra-curricular activities will be considered in the evaluation of demonstrated interest.

Apply for the above scholarships online here. 

The CREW Network Foundation scholarship program supports female students as they pursue university-level education that will lead to careers in commercial real estate. With the help of its generous donors and the Linda Hollemon Scholarship Endowment, CREW Network Foundation will grant twenty-five, $5,000 undergrad and fifteen, $10,000 graduate academic scholarships in 2025. 

CREW Network Foundation scholars receive:

• $5,000 USD for undergraduate students and $10,000 USD for graduate students (or the CAD equivalent) for tuition and books
• Paid summer internship opportunity
• Complimentary 24-month CREW Network student membership
• Complimentary registration to the 2025 CREW Network Convention, plus a travel stipend for expenses related to event up to $1,000
• A six-month mentoring opportunity with a senior leader in commercial real estate

Apply here. 

• ICSC Undergraduate Scholarship
• Continental Realty Diversity Scholarship
• The Edison Charitable Foundation Scholarship
• Federal Realty Undergraduate Diversity Scholarship
• Kite Realty Group Undergraduate Scholarship
• PGIM Real Estate Scholarship
• Phillips Edison & Company Scholarship
• Schurgin Family Foundation Scholarship
• Schurgin Family Foundation Entrepreneurial Scholarship
• Milton Cooper Trailblazer in Real Estate Award
  

PREA Scholarship Program

The program will be available again in March. Please return then to view the updated Eligibility and Awards for the 2024-25 academic year!

If you are an applicant who would like to discover more scholarship opportunities you might qualify for, please continue to the Scholarship America Hub and sign up!

The American Immobiliare College Scholarship Program supports the next generation of Italian-American influencers and innovators in commercial real estate. Scholarships are awarded on an annual basis to graduate and undergraduate students that are studying real estate and other related subjects including architecture and civil engineering. Applications are accepted between March and April each year and are announced in July. American Immobiliare scholarships help recipients underwrite part of the cost of their college tuition. Scholarships are a one-time award stipend for one year only.

Application Process

Students interested in applying must submit an application. The American Immobiliare scholarship committee reviews and evaluates all applications and may ask select applicants and their families for an in-person interview.

ELIGIBILITY

• Graduate and undergraduate students majoring in or studying real estate or related subjects including architecture and civil engineering
• Strong emphasis on community service and leadership
• Solid academic achievement with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the United States

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Real Estate Scholarship Program

Organization: AIS Technolabs

Who Can Apply: The Real Estate Scholarship Program is for American, Canadian, and Australian citizens or permanent residents who are current college students. Undergraduate and graduate students are eligible for the award, provided applicants are studying real estate. The application requires a 3.0 GPA, a resume, and a personal essay on a topic determined by AIS Technolabs. AIS has numerous other scholarships for those studying in areas like accounting and human resources that may also be applicable to some future realtors.

Amount: $5,000, non-renewable

AIERF Undergraduate and Graduate Scholarships

Organization: Appraisal Institute Education and Relief Foundation (AIERF)

• AIERF Minorities and Women College Scholarship
• AIERF College Scholarship

Who Can Apply: Undergraduate or graduate students with demonstrated interest in real estate appraisal and/or valuation.

Amount: $1,500

The following real estate scholarships are aimed at specific minority groups. They are for women, members of racial minorities, members of the LGBT community, people with disabilities, and more. Pursuing real estate education and licensure may be more challenging for members of these groups who face systemic barriers to their participation in higher education. These barriers may include poverty, discrimination, increased familial responsibilities, accessibility needs, and more. These scholarships aim to give members of marginalized communities more opportunities to pursue their education so that they can one day give back to their communities and participate in housing initiatives and real estate businesses. The scholarships on this list are primarily available at the national level, but a few are specific to particular states or cities.

WX Scholars Program

Organization: New York Women Executives in Real Estate

Who Can Apply: Scholarships offered by this program are open to women who have chosen to pursue real estate careers in the New York metropolitan area. Unlike many of the scholarships on this list, WX Scholars Program does not exclusively target college students. Financial assistance is intended to offset tuition, but specific educational levels are not specified, and in some cases, these funds may be applied to student loans or past education. The scholarships are based both on merit and on demonstrated financial need.

Amount: Up to $10,000; mentorship opportunities and no-cost admission to many WX events are also provided.

Mildred C. Hanson SIOR Memorial Scholarship

Organization: SIOR Foundation

Who Can Apply: Rising junior and senior female students enrolled in an undergraduate Real Estate, Business or Finance program, with intentions to pursue a career in commercial real estate. A second scholarship is awarded to a female Master’s Degree candidate enrolled in an accredited MRE or MRED program. The scholarship takes financial need and academic merit into consideration when choosing recipients. Two letters of recommendation must be included with the application.

Amount: $8,000

Barbara Mosteller Scholarship

• Construction Financial Management Association – Barbara Mosteller Scholarship  

The chapter’s goal is to award one or two scholarships totaling $10,000 to qualified candidates as reimbursement for the actual Tuition Costs incurred, which are not otherwise paid by any other source, including the applicant's employer or other scholarship program.  The committee reserves the right to modify the award amount and number of recipients. Applicants should review the application for more specific information on the distribution of funds

Graduating seniors with a GPA of 3.25 or higher are eligible to apply for this prestigious honor society. Established in 1993, its purpose is to recognize the academic and scholarly achievements of real estate students, faculty, and professionals worldwide. Membership grants you access to an organization with over 1,500 lifetime members. Students will receive a graduation honor cord, lapel pin, and membership certificate signifying their acceptance.

1. Completion of 75% of the credit hours required for a bachelor’s degree 
2. Completion of at least 6 credit hours of real estate related courses 
3. 3.50 or better GPA on a 4-point scale for all real estate related courses or the equivalent 
4. 3.25 or better GPA on a 4-point scale for all college level courses undertaken or the equivalent 
5. Good academic standing at the institution where enrolled

Students initiated in the ASG Honor Society receive an opportunity for recognition as the ASG Student of the Year, which carries a $500 cash prize. Apply here. 

Scholarships (financial and merit) are awarded on an annual basis to students studying real estate and related subjects, such as architecture, law and engineering among others, at the graduate or undergraduate levels. Applications are accepted between November and January 31st of each year, and scholars are announced in April. Applicants must be in their final year of required coursework for the degree and/or major and enrolled in the school during the full academic year to receive a scholarship.

The WX Scholars Application for the 2024-2025 Scholars Program is NOW AVAILABLE HERE.  Completed applications will be accepted between November 18, 2024 – January 31, 2025 (midnight EST). 

Award Criteria

• Academic merit.
• Demonstrated interest in real estate through courses, clubs, internships and experience.
• A high likelihood of working in the New York metropolitan area upon graduation.

The application is due Friday, January 31st.  Contact Administrator at Info@wxnyre.com with any questions. Apply online.