WithIt, a non profit organization supporting women in the home furnishings industry, established the Scholarship Foundation (501C3) to recognize and nurture the academic endeavors of preeminent college students enrolled full-time in fields of study that would logically lead to careers in the home and furnishing industries.

Scholarships are presented annually in July. Judging is based on the student's academic performance, as reflected by the grade point average, SAT/ACT scores, curriculum selected, creativity, business acumen and financial need. Subjective judging criteria will include essays, references and statement of personal goals. Special emphasis will be placed on involvement in extracurricular activities and the community.

The student must be a full time college sophomore or junior in good standing at the time of application. Scholarship funds must be used for tuition at an accredited institution of higher learning by the date stated with the scholarship. Student must have a major in one of the following as it applies to the home industries: Accessory Design, Architectural Design, Forestry, Furniture Design, Textile Design, Graphic Design, Interior Architecture, Sustainable Design, Marketing or majors related to the home and furnishing industries.

This scholarship award include:

• Monies to be paid to your university for tuition
• A WithIt membership
• Paid tuition to WithIt’s Education conference
• A mentor in your field
• Recognition of your achievements at WithIt’s Appreciation Night dinner
• Assistance in securing an on site internship at a furniture related business