Welcome to the WIT Design Materials Fund!
Making a Difference in the STEM Industry
The WIT Design Materials Fund is available to students in the School of Architecture and Design at Wentworth Institute of Technology. Diverse perspectives are essential in driving innovation and creative solutions to complex problems. By providing financial assistance through initiatives like the WIT Design Materials Fund, we help to level the playing field, ensuring that all students, regardless of background, have the resources they need to succeed. This is not only a matter of equity but also a strategic investment for the future of the STEM and design industries, which benefit from the rich, varied insights and enhanced problem-solving abilities that come with a diverse workforce.
If you are a student and would like to access the fund you must first fill out the application form.
Facts About the Fund
Aid awarded since the fund's inception.
Since the fund's inception.
Average grant received.
Students received funds more than once.
"The materials fund has been my savior time and time again..."
"The materials fund has been my savior time and time again this year for my studio work. My family relies very heavily on financial aid, and I could not be more grateful for the aid I received. I hope this fund stays to continue helping other students like myself." - Sophomore in Architecture
"The experience was very helpful in completing my coursework, and lifted a weight off my shoulders from all the stress I already had to deal with." - Freshman in Architecture
Empowering Our Community by Improving Access
The WIT Design Materials Fund is carving out pathways for success at Wentworth Institute of Technology by ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder the creative and academic pursuits of our students. This fund not only empowers students to access necessary resources, leading to more equitable educational outcomes, but it also enriches the learning environment for all by fostering a diverse tapestry of voices and ideas in design and architecture.