Leap Celebrates the 2025 Live and Learn Scholarship Award Winners Highlighting Affordable Student Housing

Leap Announces the 2025 Live and Learn Scholarship Winners

Leap has proudly unveiled the recipients of its annual Live and Learn Scholarship, aimed at supporting students living in housing communities backed by the company's Guarantor Waiver Program. This year marks a significant milestone, with a total of $50,000 in scholarships awarded to students who articulated their views on affordable housing and its influence on mental well-being. The scholarship encouraged students to delve into two critical themes:

1. Affordable Student Housing – Addressing financial challenges and exploring feasible solutions to enhance housing accessibility.
2. Community and Mental Well-being in Housing – Investigating the impact of student living conditions on mental health and identifying strategies to foster supportive environments.

Leap received an impressive 250 submissions from students nationwide, showcasing their unique insights and experiences. A panel comprised of members from the Leap Student Housing Advisory Board, which includes industry professionals in student housing, meticulously reviewed the top 25 essays. Students were evaluated based on their creativity, depth of insight, and personal experiences related to housing challenges.

Winners of the 2025 Scholarship

- Grand Prize – $15,000: A student from Auburn University studying Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences, residing at The Beacon (AL), operated by Campus Advantage.
- $10,000 Scholarship: An Electrical and Computer Engineering student at Georgia Institute of Technology, living in Kinetic, which is managed by The Cardinal Group.
- $5,000 Scholarship Winners:

- An MBA (Finance) student at the University of Maryland, College Park, residing in Yugo College Park University Club, operated by Yugo.
- A Business Analytics graduate student at Trine University, living in The Village at Chandler Crossing, managed by Pierce Education Properties.
- An Epidemiology student at Texas A&M University, residing in Woodlands Apartments, managed by Asset Living.

- $2,500 Scholarship Winners:

- A Criminal Justice student at Florida Atlantic University, residing in University Park (FL), managed by Article Student Living.
- A Materials Science student at the University of Cincinnati, living in Yugo Cincinnati Deacon, managed by Yugo.
- An Epidemiology student at Georgia Southern University, residing in Market 100, managed by The Preiss Company.
- A Management Information Systems student at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, living in The Degree, managed by The Cardinal Group.

Commitment to Accessible Education

Leap's investment in initiatives such as the Live and Learn Scholarship reflects its commitment to making student housing more accessible. By offering financial assistance and platforming student perspectives, Leap plays a pivotal role in enhancing access to housing while driving discussions surrounding affordability and community support in student living.

The implications of student housing extend beyond mere shelter; they significantly influence academic success, mental health, and a sense of community. One scholarship winner passionately expressed their insights: "Reflecting on my experiences, I recognize student housing as a microcosm of the broader academic landscape. A nurturing and inclusive environment can lay the groundwork for personal and educational growth, enabling students to realize their potential." This sentiment exemplifies the value of supportive housing on students' journeys.

Leap's CEO, Rory O'Connell, emphasizes, "Access to safe, high-quality student housing is crucial for academic achievement and personal well-being. The insights shared by our applicants are instrumental in shaping future policies and industry standards related to student housing."

About Leap

Leap Insurance Agency, LLC is a pioneer in providing innovative occupancy and risk management solutions for the student housing, multifamily, and single-family rental markets, aiming to simplify and enhance the renting experience for all. With a reach of over 3,000,000 homes across the United States and the UK, Leap is committed to strengthening relationships with landlords and property management systems and driving technological innovation in renting. For more details, please visit Leapeasy.com.
For further information on the Live and Learn Scholarship and Leap's initiatives in student housing, please contact James Zhong at [email protected].

Leap continues to champion student voices and develop substantive solutions that drive positive change in the landscape of student housing, ensuring that all students can thrive academically and personally within supportive environments.