IFMA Foundation Scholarship 2026

Eligibility Requirements for applicants:

• Applicants must be enrolled in a college or university that is accredited by a recognized accrediting body for institutions of higher education at the time of application.

• At time of application, students must be enrolled in a facilities management program, facilities management specialization or closely adjacent program such as construction management, architecture, engineering, hospitality, business management, interior design, environmental studies, or real estate management. Other programs of study may apply if students demonstrate a pursued interest in facility management through course selection, projects, and/or experience.

• Applicants must have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.2 in FM or related courses. For international students, equivalent documentation of academic achievement level equivalent to a 3.2 GPA. Click International Grade Equivalencies or Dutch Grade Equivalencies  as a basis to determine eligibility.

• Scholarship recipients receive subsidized attendance for IFMA’s World Workplace 2026 Conference & Expo in Anaheim, California, USA. The World Workplace Student Experience is a phenomenal opportunity to connect, learn, and get involved. Attendance and on-site participation are required of scholarship recipients; so, please ensure your availability 16-20 November 2026.

• All Foundation scholarships are annual (1-year) scholarships. Students may receive a scholarship up to two times over the course of their academic career but must apply again in order to receive a second scholarship. Foundation scholarships do not automatically renew.

• Working students and veterans are encouraged to apply. Students from all parts of the World are invited to apply.

Please complete entire application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification. 

Please include a separate high-resolution headshot (photo) of yourself that can be used for marketing and recognition purposes.

Checklist before submission

• Completed contact information

• Included additional facility management related courses

• Included transcripts

• Included professional letter of intent

• Include letter of recommendation #1

• Include letter of recommendation #2

• Include Resume/CV

• Attach a separate file of a high-resolution .PNG or .JPEG file headshot (photo) of yourself that can be used for marketing and recognition purposes if you are awarded a scholarship

• Signed photo release

• Check for grammar and word count

For further information or if you have questions please email Brad Fuglsang, Program Support Specialist, [email protected].