Are you an undergraduate student with a passion for innovation, a hunger to build something of your own, and the drive to turn ideas into impact? The Thomas Mollick Scholarship for Entrepreneurs offers a $1,000 award to one outstanding student who embodies the spirit of entrepreneurship. Submit your original essay for a chance to earn financial support—and recognition—for your vision and ambition.
Established by Thomas Mollick—President and Co-Founder of Rx Development—this annual scholarship supports the next generation of business builders. Recognizing that great ventures often start with a single bold idea, the program aims to reduce financial barriers for undergraduates actively pursuing entrepreneurial paths. The scholarship is one-time, non-renewable, and open to students enrolled in accredited U.S. colleges or universities.
To be eligible, applicants must:
Essay Prompt:
“Describe your entrepreneurial journey so far—whether it’s a business you’ve launched, an idea you’re developing, or the vision that drives you. What problem are you solving, and why does it matter? How do you plan to make an impact as a future founder?”
Essays must be 500–1,000 words, written in English, and submitted as a PDF or Word document. Plagiarism or AI-generated content will result in disqualification. Submissions will be judged on originality, clarity of vision, passion for business, and quality of writing
One time award of $1,000
The deadline to apply for the scholarship is September 15, 2026
The winner of the scholarship will be announced on October 15, 2026
To be eligible, applicants must:
Essay Prompt:
“Describe your entrepreneurial journey so far—whether it’s a business you’ve launched, an idea you’re developing, or the vision that drives you. What problem are you solving, and why does it matter? How do you plan to make an impact as a future founder?”
Essays must be 500–1,000 words, written in English, and submitted as a PDF or Word document. Plagiarism or AI-generated content will result in disqualification. Submissions will be judged on originality, clarity of vision, passion for business, and quality of writing.
Applying is simple! Follow these steps by September 15, 2026:
Incomplete applications or those received after the deadline will not be considered. The winner will be notified by email on October 15, 2026, and announced on our website and social channels.