The American Institute of Architects, Northwest Washington chapter, is accepting applications for its first scholarship.

Applicants must be a junior or above (in the 2009-10 academic year) in an accredited school of architecture. There will be at least one $1,000 scholarship. Deadline for applications is July 1.

For more information, or to make a donation to the scholarship fund, contact the chapter at (360) 671-9555 or visit www.nwaia.org.

Donations are tax-deductible.