2027 Victoria Stefan AI & Business Strategy Memorial Scholarship

Victoria Alys Diana Stefan's legacy is celebrated and preserved through the creation of a memorial scholarship in her honor. This scholarship supports young leaders who embody the same spirit that defined Victoria—a zest for life, compassion for others, and a drive to make meaningful contributions to the world around them. By enabling students to pursue their dreams, the scholarship reflects Victoria’s deep love for people, her adventurous spirit, and her unwavering belief in the potential of others.

Her parents, William and Eva Stefan, have been steadfast supporters of Leadership Initiatives. Through their involvement, they continue to see Victoria’s vibrant energy reflected in the students who participate in the program. These students, brimming with ambition and creativity, remind the Stefans of Victoria’s boundless enthusiasm and commitment to personal growth.

The scholarship serves as a powerful tribute to Victoria’s memory, ensuring her light continues to shine through the lives of the students who benefit from the opportunities it provides. For the Stefans, supporting Leadership Initiatives is a way to extend Victoria’s legacy of making a positive impact, inspiring a new generation to follow in her footsteps with courage and determination.

Purpose:
The Victoria Stefan AI & Business Strategy Memorial Scholarship is dedicated to honoring Victoria's legacy by providing a full scholarship for aspiring leaders in business and entrepreneurship. This scholarship aims to support high school students who embody Victoria's passion for innovation, integrity, and community service. It is designed for those who aspire to make a meaningful impact in the business world while uplifting their communities. Through this opportunity, recipients will gain valuable skills and experiences that empower them to lead with purpose and drive positive change.

Eligibility:
The Victoria Stefan AI & Business Strategy Memorial Scholarship open to top students who are interested in pursuing a career in business. One annual scholarship recipients will be chosen based on academic and personal merit.

Deadline:
The Victoria Stefan AI & Business Strategy Memorial Scholarship applications must be received no later than March 15th, 2027. All scholarship recipients will be announced on or by April 15th, 2027.

Scholarship Award:
The Victoria Stefan AI & Business Strategy Memorial Scholarship will award one student full tuition to attend the AI & Business Strategy Internship at Georgetown University from June 27th - July 3th, 2027 or July 4th - July 10th, 2027.

The Stefan Scholarship Fund will also award ten partial scholarships.

Scholarship Application Components

• Student Information
• Personal Statement, approximately one to two pages detailing:
  1. Your academic interests
  2. Your future education plans
  3. How your future aspirations align with equitable international development and business leadership.

Approximately one to two pages detailing:

1. Your academic interests
2. Your future education plans
3. How your future aspirations align with equitable international development and business leadership.

Below is a sample bio photo of a Victoria Stefan Leadership & Business Memorial Scholarship applicant. Please use this sample as an example of formatting for your bio photo. The bio photo will only be used on recipient announcements. 
 

I understand that the 2027 Victoria Stefan AI & Business Strategy Memorial Scholarship can only be used to attend the Leadership Initiatives AI & Business Strategy Internship held at Georgetown University from June 27th - July 3th, 2027 or July 4th - July 10th, 2027. This scholarship can not be transferred to any other program or institution or be requested as a payment. 

All applications received after the deadline of March 15th, 2027, will not be considered to receive this scholarship. Decisions will be made by the Leadership Initiatives Scholarship Committee and will be announced on or by April 15th, 2027.