In short
The Philadelphia Foundation has addressed AI tools for scholarship applications in an answer to the question of whether they may be used. Its answer does not say yes or no. It says that everything applicants submit, including essays and short answers, must be truthful and written from their own unique perspective.
Varies by program. The rule is set in each program's guidelines, so check the one you are applying to.
For applicants
- Scholarship applicants must make sure all submitted information is truthful. This includes essays and short answers. The writing must come from the applicant's own unique perspective. [1]
For reviewers
The Philadelphia Foundation has published no rules for reviewers.
Sources
Does the Foundation allow the use of AI tools to complete my application? Applicants should ensure that the information submitted in the application, including essays and short answers, is truthful and written from their unique perspective.
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.