The Rotch Travelling Scholarship is an annual two-stage design competition that results in one person, deemed the Rotch Scholar, traveling the world for six months studying architecture — and we pick up the tab. In the first stage of the selection process, a 72-hour weekend-long preliminary design competition is held (running from Friday Noon until Monday Noon). Dates will be confirmed and shared with eligible applicants.
Please review the Rotch Competition overview and requirements before completing this application.
Information provided will be used by the Rotch Committee to confirm eligibility and notifications.
Deadline for completing this application is Wednesday, February 4, 2026.