In short
The Community Foundation for Southwest Washington published a blog post with tips from its scholarship reviewers. The post says AI cannot replace writing a scholarship essay oneself. It says AI can help with specific parts of the process. It advises applicants not to use AI to write an outline or essay.
Varies by program. The rule is set in each program's guidelines, so check the one you are applying to.
For applicants
- For its scholarships, the foundation says applicants should write their own essays. AI can help with specific parts of the process, but it does not replace the applicant's own writing. [1]
- The foundation advises scholarship applicants not to use AI to write an outline or essay. It notes that many institutions consider this an unethical use of AI. [1]
For reviewers
Community Foundation for Southwest Washington has published no rules for reviewers.
Sources
How to Use AI for Writing Scholarship Essays: Insider Tips from Reviewers (opens in a new tab)
So, while we encourage students to be resourceful and learn new tools, AI isn’t a replacement for writing your own essay . It’s a useful tool for specific parts of the process though.
Don’t use AI to… …write an outline or essay. Many institutions consider this an unethical use of AI.
This page summarizes what the funder has published and is not legal advice. Policies change, and one solicitation can add its own rules. Confirm against the funding announcement before you apply.