Organizer Information
The Gold Scholars Program is led by Gold House, made possible with support from Nordstrom. Gold House is a platform where culture shapes global opportunity, fueling who its community is, who they know, how they build, and what becomes possible. Gold House equips best-in-class Asian Pacific entrepreneurs and creators with capital, tools, and connections critical for growth through its venture fund, accelerator programs, and an invitation-only network of Asian Pacific founders and creators. Beyond the Gold Scholars Program, Gold House runs a range of initiatives supporting Asian Pacific talent across industries, including the Gold Gala, the A100 List, Gold House Ventures, and the Gold Journalism Accelerator.
Title & Description
Gold Scholars Program
The Gold Scholars Program powers incoming college freshmen to explore bold careers and uplift Asian Pacific communities. Led by Gold House and made possible by Nordstrom, the program provides recipients with a comprehensive support system to pursue creative or entrepreneurial careers. It is designed specifically to support students considering "nontraditional" career paths — paths often seen as unattainable by those from underserved and marginalized backgrounds. Gold Scholars are recognized both for their potential to succeed as creative professionals or entrepreneurs and for their commitment to advancing Asian Pacific cultures and communities.
Categories
- Scholarship
- Art Management
- Educations
Eligibility
- Open to incoming college freshmen
- Program is designed for students pursuing "nontraditional" career paths — creative or entrepreneurial careers often seen as unattainable by those from underserved and marginalized backgrounds
- Recipients are recognized for their potential to succeed as creative professionals or entrepreneurs
- Recipients are recognized for their commitment to advancing Asian Pacific cultures and communities
- Not specified in the source: nationality/residency restrictions, GPA requirements, or specific fields of study
Program Benefits & Awards
- One-time $5,000 scholarship award
- Access to select Gold Scholars program-specific events
- Opportunity to build community with other Gold Scholars
Application Fee
None
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 28 August 2026
Location
Online
Additional Details
- All application information is kept strictly confidential and will only be used by the Selection Committee for purposes related to the Gold Scholars Program