Stuart Piltch launches national scholarship for customer-focused entrepreneurship

The Stuart Piltch Scholarship for Entrepreneurs is now accepting nationwide applications and offers a one-time $1,000 award, with an application deadline of September 15, 2026.

The Stuart Piltch Scholarship for Entrepreneurs is accepting applications from students across the United States. The program was founded in honor of Stuart Piltch and emphasizes practical, customer-first approaches to entrepreneurship. It seeks applicants who combine academic strength with problem-solving, responsibility, and long-term thinking. The scholarship is open to undergraduates and to high school students with clear plans to pursue entrepreneurship-related studies. Key details: - The scholarship is national in scope and is open to undergraduate students at accredited colleges and to qualifying high school students. - Applicants must submit a written essay of fewer than 1,000 words addressing the importance of a customer-first focus and citing real-world examples. - Review criteria include academic record, entrepreneurial interest, problem-solving ability, initiative, resilience, and demonstrated learning from success and failure. - Stuart Piltch’s background in the intelligence, healthcare, and insurance sectors informs the program’s emphasis on accountability and ethical leadership. - The scholarship offers a one-time $1,000 award to the selected recipient. - The application deadline is September 15, 2026, and the recipient will be announced on October 15, 2026; more information is available on the official scholarship website. Summary: The scholarship highlights support for student ventures that prioritize customer needs and responsible leadership. A single $1,000 award will be given and the winner will be announced on October 15, 2026. The application period closes on September 15, 2026.