FSF Case Study Scholarship Last Chance
Offered by Fashion Scholarship Fund
About This Scholarship
The Fashion Scholarship Fund runs one of the largest industry-specific scholarship programs in the country, and its Case Study Scholarship is the centerpiece. Instead of a traditional essay, students complete an in-depth case study built around a real issue facing the fashion industry, with topics that change every year. Awards start at $10,000, and winners also join the FSF Scholar community, which brings mentoring, internship pipelines, and industry networking on top of the money.
The competition is open to full-time sophomores, juniors, and seniors at four-year U.S. colleges and universities, including international students on F-1 visas. You do not have to attend one of FSF's member schools to compete, though applicants coordinate access through an FSF Educator Partner on their campus, who provides login details for the application portal. FSF also gives entrants access to FSF University, a prep resource for building a stronger submission.
Because the case study rewards analysis rather than pedigree, this scholarship suits students in merchandising, design, marketing, supply chain, analytics, and business programs who can connect their skills to the fashion industry. Plan for real project work: this is closer to a business-plan competition than a one-evening essay.
Eligibility
- Full-time sophomore, junior, or senior at a four-year U.S. college or university
- Graduating no earlier than Spring 2027
- International students on F-1 visas may participate
- Students at non-member schools may compete; application access is coordinated through an FSF Educator Partner
How To Apply
- Contact your school's FSF Educator Partner (or the FSF team) for application portal login details
- Review the current year's case study topic and prep materials in FSF University
- Complete and submit your case study through the application portal by October 12, 2026 at 11:59 a.m. ET
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to be a fashion major to apply?
No. The case study competition draws students from design, merchandising, business, marketing, analytics, and supply chain programs. What matters is producing a strong case study tied to the fashion industry.
How much can I win?
Case Study Scholarship awards start at $10,000. FSF also selects top scholars for larger named awards, so strong submissions can earn more.
What if my school is not an FSF member?
Students from non-member schools can still compete. Reach out to the FSF team directly to get connected to the application portal.