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Project Management Institute (PMI)
PMI Academic Scholarships
PMI Academic Scholarships support students who are studying project management or a related field in a credit-bearing program. Applications are evaluated holistically, with the heaviest weight placed on essays and letters of recommendation.
Award
Varies
Deadline
May 10, 2026
Level
Both
Status
Closed for this cycle
Project ManagementRelated fields
Who is eligible
- Currently a student or accepted to begin a program in Fall 2026
- Expected graduation date is after Fall 2026
- Study project management or a related field in a credit-bearing program
- In good academic standing
- Must be able to complete the application and submit materials in English (or provide translated copies)
- Must not be a PMI employee, immediate family member, or PMI/PMIEF Board member
- Must not attend a school in a country subject to OFAC sanctions
What you'll need
- Essays evaluated on: Personal Story Impact & Connection to Project Management, Critical Thinking Skills, and Grammar, Mechanics & Clarity
- Letters of Recommendation (assessing academic potential, commitment, and character)
- AI tool disclosure (if used to prepare application materials)
- Proof of enrollment (required within one week if selected for an award)
- School financial contact information
How to apply
- Access the PMI application portal on Submittable.
- Complete the application form and draft the required essays demonstrating critical thinking and connection to project management.
- Request letters of recommendation early, optionally using the PMI template.
- Disclose any AI usage in your application materials, if applicable.
- Submit the completed application and all materials by the May 10 deadline.
Sources & verification
- Official listing:
- https://pmi.submittable.com/submit
- How this listing was added:
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Deadlines and amounts change. Always verify details with Project Management Institute (PMI) before submitting.