As an official partner of DECA, our DECA Scholarship recognizes five incoming DECA member students from around the world who are emerging as the next generation of entrepreneurial business leaders. In addition to DECA membership, these students exhibit teamwork, integrity, and innovation.
Scholarship amount
For the 2021-2022 intake, recipients of this scholarship receive $5,000 USD or £3,500 GBP each academic year. This translates to $20,000 USD or £14,000 GBP over four years, or $15,000 USD or £10,500 GBP over three years.
Students who apply for the DECA Scholarship may also be awarded one additional merit-based scholarship, with the exception of the Academic Excellence Scholarship.
How to apply
To be considered for the DECA Scholarship, you must submit a 400-500 word essay or a short five-minute video. Your submission should illustrate your perspective on being a business leader in the 21st century, and consider the following questions:
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What makes a business leader successful in the twenty-first century? Explain how your experience with DECA has helped you develop these traits.
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What are your career aspirations and how will studying at Hult help you achieve your goals?
Application deadline
Applicants who are interested in applying for this scholarship must submit their student application before they can apply. The deadline for the DECA Scholarship is February 15, 2021. Apply now
Receiving your scholarship
If you are awarded this scholarship and wish to receive it, you must confirm your place no later than May 1, 2021. Otherwise, your allocated funds may be released to other students. This scholarship will be renewed each year provided you are a full-time student, are not placed on academic probation, and have no honor code violations.