FSF Case Study Scholarship

The annual FSF Case Study Scholarship is our signature program. The scholarship topics change each year but always involve an in-depth student challenge that focuses on real issues facing the fashion industry today.

No matter what sector of the industry you’re interested in, we have a challenge for you. We’re searching for the best and brightest fashion students from all backgrounds — and we encourage you to apply!

Why should you apply?

Scholarship Money 

Scholarship funds can be applied to any educational expenses such as tuition, summer intern housing, study abroad, etc.

Mentorships

Scholarship recipients can join the FSF Mentor Program and select a Mentor during the year of their award.

FSF Awards Gala 

Scholarship winners are invited to the annual FSF Awards Gala in New York City. Attended by our Board of Governors and industry executives, complimentary hotel and travel are provided.

Internships and Job Opportunities

Winners have access to internships and full-time jobs through FSF partner companies and corporate recruiters at our Talent Acquisition Events.

Alumni Perks

Winners can also join the FSF Alumni Association for ongoing development events and support throughout their career.

The 2027 FSF Scholarship competition officially began on February 2, 2026.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• You must be a full-time sophomore, junior, or senior (graduating Spring 2027).
• You must attend a four-year college or university located in the United States.
• Contact the FSF educator at your member school for login details and how to apply.
• International students with an F-1 Visa may participate in the scholarship competition.  Students are encouraged to submit a CPT (Curricular Practical Training) from any prior semester by the FSF Case Study submission deadline. The complete CPT explanation can be found online on the official United States Homeland Security website.
• Students from schools that are not FSF member schools, but who otherwise meet the FSF Scholarship Eligibility Requirements, may compete.
• For more information regarding the FSF Scholarship, please contact Marie Colletta, Head of Education Programs.
• For more information regarding the Virgil Abloh Post-Modern Scholarship, please contact Farai Simoyi, Head of Virgil Abloh "Post-Modern" Scholarship Fund & Equity.