Scholarships and Awards

The Hillier College of Architecture and Design has established a robust program of awards and scholarships.

Current Students

At the Hillier College of Architecture and Design

The program is administered through the College and awards are distributed annually at the Awards Ceremony and at Graduation. They are based on Leadership and Service, Academic Excellence, and Design Excellence. There are also both need and merit-based scholarships to be awarded to incoming first year students. HCAD Portfolio Prizes are awarded to the best creative work portfolios submitted during the application process to the School of Architecture and School of Art + Design upon enrollment. Awards are made possible through the generosity of our patrons, many of whom are graduates of the College. Some are bequests of individuals and others are provided by design firms located in the state. Many are accompanied with a guarantee of employment. 

At the New Jersey Institute of Technology

As a state funded institution, NJIT offers extremely competitive tuition and fees for both undergraduate and graduate education. In addition, financial aid is available to students in a variety of forms. At NJIT, financial aid typically refers to undergraduate awards that are offered based on financial need, merit, or both. The offer of any combination of awards is calculated based on the information a student provides on the FAFSA. Specifically, the financial aid package is determined by the Cost of Attendance (COA), Expected Family Contribution (EFC), and financial need. As a recipient of undergraduate financial aid, a student can receive a combination of grants, scholarships, education loans, and student employment (work-study). Graduate financial support is offered through the Office of Graduate Studies, not through Student Financial Aid Services.

Scholarships and Awards in Architecture and Art + Design

AECOM SCHOLARSHIP IN ENGINEERING AND DESIGN SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to hardworking and high-achieving undergraduate students who (1) demonstrate financial need, (2) are enrolled in the Newark College of Engineering or the J. Robert and Barbara A. Hillier College of Architecture and Design; and (3) are pursuing bachelor’s degrees in civil engineering, architecture, construction engineering technology, or construction management technology.
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ARCNET ARCHITECTS, INC. ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
An endowed scholarship awarded to a fourth year undergraduate architecture student who is among the top three in structures, computing, math, construction, building performance, management and project development. The student will be offered an internship with ARCNET.
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CHARLES AND OLAWUMI TOGONU-BICKERSTETH SCHOLARSHIP
To pay tuition, required fees and or room and board for full-time international students pursuing Bachelor of Architecture or Master of Architecture
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CNY GROUP ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to an architecture student pursuing a career in construction management who is creative and innovative, exhibits leadership potential and entrepreneurial aptitude.
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COLAO FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP IN INTERNATIONAL DESIGN STUDIES
Awarded to undergraduate Hillier student who best demonstrates the exchange of ideas for design excellence (practical, that can be physically implemented) based on US practices and those from the country of the participating overseas school.
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DANA KOENITZER SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate female student.
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DONALD J. WALLACE '66 ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP IN HONOR OF ELIZABETH DEL TUFO '08
The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance to undergraduate students
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FEITLOWITZ & KOSTEN ARCHITECTS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP 
To provide financial assistance to an architectural student entering his or her third year in the fall following the award who has demonstrated academic excellence and a need for financial assistance.
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HANINI GROUP ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a first year student in the Hillier College School of Architecture. If the student qualifies, the award is renewed annually for five academic years.
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HERMAN C. LITWACK SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to an undergraduate architecture student who has demonstrated talent and skills.
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J. FRANK PERANTONI ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to an undergraduate architecture student who demonstrates an innate sensitivity in the design and creation of public space that will enhance community life.
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JANET MCINTOSH RILEY SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Awarded to an African American Student whose interest is to pursue studies in Architecture or engineering.
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JARMEL KIZEL ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS, INC. ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to an undergraduate architecture student who has completed the third or fourth year and has demonstrated academic achievement, design skill and leadership ability. The recipient will be offered a summer internship with Jarmel Kizel.
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JONATHAN AND MONIKA NINNIS OC CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to two full time freshman architecture students who demonstrate academic excellence.
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JOSE CARBALLO ARCHITECTURE ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to an architecture student entering second year in the fall who has demonstrated creative design skills, outstanding presentation skills and excellent problem-solving ability.
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JOSEPH MILANAIK MEMORIAL ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a graduate architecture student entering second year in the fall following the award who has demonstrated academic excellence, excellence and strength in character, strong work ethic, and concern for the welfare of others.
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KIMBERLY BALDWIN HILLIER ENDOWED HONORS SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a student in the School of Architecture who is a member of the Albert Dorman Honors College.
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KSS ARCHITECTS ENDOWED INNER CITY SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to an architecture student entering the third year who has demonstrated academic excellence, a strong sense of initiative and excellent collaborative and interpersonal skills.
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KIM '99H, '00 AND KURT '99 VIERHEILING ARCHITECTURE SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to an outstanding full-time, third year undergraduate student who has demonstrated excellent problem-solving abilities and skills in creative design and presentation.
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MASONRY CONTRACTORS OF NJ ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
To provide financial assistance for tuition or to be used toward unmet financial needs for architecture undergraduate student(s).
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MOTT MACDONALD ARCHITECTURE SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student who excels and demonstrates distinction in their design work.
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NK - NADASKY KOPELSON ARCHITECTS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a fourth year student demonstrating strong design, entrepreneurial and social skills.
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NORTHEAST PRECAST DESIGN SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a third- or fourth-year design student who has demonstrated excellence in using 3D modeling and creating shop drawings.
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PARETTE ARCHITECTS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a third-year architecture student who has demonstrated academic excellence.
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RBA (NV5) GROUP SCHOLARSHIP FOR ARCHITECTURE|
Awarded to an architecture student with a minimum grade point average of 2.5 who is interested in a summer internship at RBA Group.
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ROSEN GROUP ARCHITECTURE / DESIGN SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a third or fourth year architecture student who has demonstrated outstanding academic achievements and excellence in design, has leadership skills, is active in community service, and is interested in residential architecture.
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ROTHE JOHNSON SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to third year architecture students who demonstrate outstanding design talent utilizing imaging technology as a significant graphic tool during the creative process.
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STEPHEN BRAYNOCK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a graduate architecture student entering third year who has attended NJIT continuously for the two prior years, demonstrates academic excellence, creativity and leadership, and exemplifies a positive role model.
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TRAVISANO SCHOLARSHIP IN DESIGN
Awarded to a full-time undergraduate architecture student who demonstrates excellence in design.
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WILLIAM MYLES LUEDDEKE AND JOAN JAKUS LUEDDEKE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
To provide financial assistance for books, fees and tuition to a female student of merit at the New Jersey School of Architecture
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ZAMPOLIN DESIGN SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a second year architecture student who has demonstrated excellence in design using imaging technology. The student will be offered an internship at Zampolin & Associates.
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New Jersey School of Architecture Excellence in Design Awards
Awarded for design excellence to the student with the best studio project(s).

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Second Year Undergraduate 
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Fourth Year Undergraduate
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First Year Graduate 
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Second Year Graduate 
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SCHOOL OF ART + DESIGN DIRECTOR’S SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a student for academic excellence in combination with accomplishments within, and contributions to, the larger community of art and design.
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SCHOOL OF ART + DESIGN TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIP
A travel award for continuing undergraduates in the School of Art + Design to participate in academic conferences where selection is competitive and based on juried and/or professional review external to NJIT.
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ARMAND BERLINER MATHEMATICS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
To provide financial assistance for tuition for an undergraduate student enrolled in NJIT's College of Architecture and Design.
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DANIEL D'AGOSTINO, AIA '06 /PLAN ARCHITECTURE SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to full-time undergraduate students pursuing a degree in architecture or interior design. Strong preference will be given to students who are entering their second or third year of study at NJIT, as well as those who are working a part-time job related to architecture or interior design during the academic year.
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ELOISE MATZKO MEMORIAL PRIZE
This award was established to honor the memory of Elly Matzko whose concern for and dedication to the students of the School of Architecture continues to be an inspiration to us all.
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ROBERT AND SANDRA FRITZ SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a full time undergraduate student in the Hillier College of Architecture and Design.
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R-WAY TOOLING DESIGN SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a third- or fourth-year design student who has demonstrated excellence in using 3D modeling and creating shop drawings.
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School of Art + Design Excellence in Design Awards
Awarded for design excellence to the student with the best design project(s).

Foundation Year Designer of Distinction
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Digital Designer of Distinction Award—Second Year 
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Digital Designer of Distinction Award—Third Year 
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Industrial Designer of Distinction Award—Second Year 
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Industrial Designer of Distinction Award—Third Year 
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Interior Designer of Distinction Award—Second Year
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Interior Designer of Distinction Award—Third Year
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