The Domaine Scholarship Program

Purpose of Scholarship

The Domaine Scholarship Program seeks to reward and support one student per semester that is actively pursuing an undergraduate degree in exchange for a thoughtful research and perspective piece on the buying patterns of the next generation of consumers.

Through this scholarship program, we are looking to tap into the fresh perspectives and insights of today's college and university students. As a leading Shopify agency, we want to understand this generation's shopping behaviors and preferences as we design and develop the ecommerce shopping experiences of the future, rewarding one innovative mind per semester with a $2,000 scholarship.

Deadline

• Spring: Entries due by 12 AM EST on December 1st; winners announced by 12 AM EST on December 15th.
• Fall: Entries due by 12 AM EST on May 1st; winners announced by 12 AM EST on May 15th.

Eligible Applicants

• Open to all undergraduate students regardless of major.
• Must be current, full-time students at accredited two-year or four-year U.S. universities or colleges.
• Students should not be entering their first semester as a Freshman or their last semester as a Senior.

Scholarship Amount

• $2,000 per semester, awarded to one student.

Application Process

To apply, submit a 2,000-word article that dives into the shopping behavior and preferences of undergraduate college-age consumers (18 to 23). Your article should be insightful, data-driven, and well-structured, with clear headings and subheadings. Here’s what we expect:

• Title: Give your article an engaging title.
• Survey Data: Collect data from your peers using a tool like Google Forms (minimum of 100 responses) or use reputable survey databases available through your academic program.
• Research and Citations: Use and cite reputable online sources.

Topic

Explore what college-age consumers value most in their digital shopping experiences. Consider the following:

• Branding, packaging, and design
• Brand equity
• Quality of product
• Price/discounts
• Convenience (e.g., shipping speed)
• Sustainability and social impact
• Customer service and return/exchange policies
• Shopping preferences (in-store vs. online)
• Device preferences (mobile, desktop, tablet)
• Availability in marketplaces (ex. Amazon, Shop App, etc.)
• Social media and influencers
• Channels for product discovery (Google search, social media, word of mouth)
• AR/VR and Web3

By submitting your article, you agree that it may be featured in our blog, Domaine Insights.

Rules

The $2,000 scholarship award is for tuition and books only. The award will be paid directly to the recipient's U.S.-based school and credited towards academic costs. This scholarship is non-renewable, and recipients may only win once.

Selection Process

The Domaine Scholarship Committee will review all submissions. One winner will be chosen per semester. Winners will be notified via email ([email protected]). If the winner does not respond within 7 business days, a new winner will be selected.

Contact and Submission

For any questions, reach out to [email protected]. Applications should be submitted through the form below.

Join us in shaping the future of commerce. Apply today and share your insights on what drives the next generation of consumers.