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DBIA Southwest Scholarships

At the DBIA Southwest Region, we believe the future of design-build starts with the people shaping it today.

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Our annual scholarship and grant program supports students, faculty, and student chapters across the Southwest Region—helping expand knowledge, strengthen programs, and create meaningful industry connections.

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Through the generous support of our members and Premier Partners, we are proud to offer three opportunities in 2026 designed to advance education and engagement in design-build delivery.

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Applications open March 31, 2026 and close June 30, 2026.

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Winners will be announced in August 2026.

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QUESTIONS?

Please contact us at info@dbia-sw.org.

The 2026 DBIA Southwest Region Scholarship Program will open on March 31, 2026.

If you have any questions,
please contact us at info@dbia-sw.org.

UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Award: $5,000 (1 recipient)

 

This scholarship supports students who are preparing to enter the design-build industry and are already demonstrating strong academic performance and interest in collaborative project delivery.

 

Who Should Apply

  • Junior or Senior undergraduate students

  • Majoring in Architecture, Civil/Construction Engineering, or Construction Management

  • Enrolled in an accredited university within the Southwest Region (TX, OK, LA, AR, NM)

  • Minimum 3.0 GPA

 

Application Requirements

  • Essay (max 500 words) demonstrating knowledge of design-build

  • Letter of recommendation from faculty

  • Most recent transcript

 

Key Details

  • Funds distributed to the university for Fall 2026

FACULTY GRANT

Award: $2,000 (1 recipient)

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The Faculty Grant is designed to empower educators to bring design-build concepts into the classroom and expand student exposure to collaborative delivery methods.

 

Who Should Apply

  • Faculty members in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction programs based at accredited institutions in the Southwest Region

 

Application Requirements

  • Essay (max 500 words) outlining how design-build will be incorporated into curriculum

  • Resume or CV

 

Eligible Uses of Funds

  • DBIA Certification Workshops

  • Educator Workshops

  • Continuing education

  • Design-Build curriculum development

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Key Details

  • Funds must be used by December 31, 2026

YOUNG PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION SCHOLARSHIP

Requirements for Eligibility:

  • Young Professional (35 years or younger) seeking design-build certification in the Southwest Region (Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, or New Mexico).

  • Application form and letter of recommendation must be submitted.

 

Important Dates and Information:

  • One (1) $1,000 scholarship will be awarded.

  • The application period begins on March 31, 2025, and ends on June 30, 2025.

  • The scholarship winner will be announced in August 2025.

  • The winner will receive $500 upfront to help cover the cost of DBIA certification, with the remaining $500 disbursed upon proof of DBIA certification.

STUDENT CHAPTER PROGRAM GRANT

Award: $200–$1,000 (multiple recipients)

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This grant supports active DBIA Student Chapters in creating impactful programs that introduce students to design-build and connect them with industry professionals.

 

What This Supports

  • Industry speaker events

  • Design-build education programs

  • Student competitions

  • Site visits and project tours

  • Collaboration with local DBIA chapters

  • Other innovative student-led initiatives

 

Eligibility Requirements

  • Active DBIA Student Chapter in good standing

  • Completed application with budget

  • Faculty advisor approval

  • Funds used for 2026 design-build educational activities

 

Key Details

  • Applications reviewed by the DBIA-SW NextGen Committee

  • Funds distributed as reimbursement after activities are completed

  • Recipients must submit receipts, event summary, photos, and attendance

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