Sun Devil Shutters Annual Scholarship
2024 Smart Home Innovator Scholarship
Sun Devil Shutters is proud to offer the ‘Smart Home Innovator’ Scholarship, awarded annually to a student who demonstrates innovative thinking in integrating smart home technologies to enhance energy savings and comfort in homes.
- Award Amount: $2,000
- Application Opens: August 1st
- Application Closes: December 13th
Essay Prompt
“How can smart home technologies, such as automated shades and energy-efficient systems, transform the way we live? Propose an innovative project that integrates these technologies to enhance energy savings and comfort in homes.”
Eligibility
- Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale.
- Be enrolled as an incoming junior for the 2024-2025 academic year at an Arizona Located and accredited 4-year college or university.
- Have completed the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for the 2024-2025 academic year, and have a demonstrated unmet financial aid need, which will be verified.
Award Distribution
The scholarship will be awarded directly to the recipient’s educational institution to be used for educational expenses such as tuition, books, or supplies.
Application Requirements
- Online Application Form: Complete the form on the Sun Devil Shutters website.
- Essay Submission: Write a 350-600 word essay responding to the essay prompt.
- Video Submission: Upload a short video (1-3 minutes) introducing yourself.
Selection Criteria
The selection committee will evaluate applications based on the following criteria:
- Relevance to the Prompt: How well the essay addresses the prompt.
- Innovation and Creativity: The originality and feasibility of the proposed project.
- Clarity and Thoughtfulness: The coherence and thoughtfulness of the essay.
- Passion for Smart Home Technologies: Demonstrated interest and enthusiasm for the topic.
