DOMAIN EXTENSION GUIDE
.scholar Domain Names
PrelaunchThe.scholar extension is associated with learning, research and academic identity. Publicly announced information identifies Journey To The West Corporation as the applicant associated with.scholar, and the string was listed among submitted 2026 round applications. As a proposed extension, it is best understood as a future namespace for education-themed identities and services rather than an active public registration space today.
.scholar registrations are not available yet. Search related extensions or get a launch alert.
Application and status facts
Verified status information is kept separate from illustrative naming ideas.
- Extension
- .scholar
- Current status
- PrelaunchICANN 2026 Round Closes with More Than 1,600 New gTLD Applications - ICANN
- Root-zone delegation status
- No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.
- Announced applicant or applicants
- Journey To The West Corporationxiyou.domains - xiyou.domains
- Number of publicly announced claims
- 1
- Contested
- No
- Public disclosure date
- 2026-08-17xiyou.domains - xiyou.domains
- Application round/programme
- ICANN application programme information recorded.ICANN 2026 Round Closes with More Than 1,600 New gTLD Applications - ICANN
- Registry operator
- Not verified
- Registration availability
- Public registration is not confirmed by this guide.
- Last fact checked
- 2026-08-25
A public application, applicant identity, approval, registry operation, root-zone delegation and live registration availability are separate facts.
Illustrative uses
What could a .scholar domain be used for?
Illustrative uses are shown below for a proposed education-themed extension.
Domain name ideas
Example names only. Illustrative examples only. Availability has not been checked.
profiles.scholarjournal.scholarlab.scholarsummit.scholargrants.scholarreadings.scholar
Possible audiences
Who is .scholar for?
- Universities
- Researchers
- Academic departments
- Conference organisers
- Publishers and editors
- Tutors and mentors
Benefits and considerations
Benefits
- Clear subject fit
- Distinct academic identity
- Flexible for many formats
Considerations
- Proposed status
- Naming expectations
- Policy and availability details
Related domain extensions
Relevant DomainUI marketplace listings
No closely matched public DomainUI marketplace listings are available for this guide right now.
Browse domains for saleFrequently asked questions
What is.scholar?
It is a proposed education-themed domain extension associated with scholarship, research and learning.
Is.scholar live?
No. It is best treated as a prelaunch proposal rather than an active public extension.
Who is associated with.scholar?
Publicly announced information identifies Journey To The West Corporation as the applicant associated with.scholar.
What kinds of websites would suit.scholar?
Academic profiles, research groups, journals, conferences, grants pages and teaching resources would all fit the theme.
Can.scholar be used for commercial sites?
It could be, but visitors will usually expect a clear educational or scholarly connection.
What should buyers check before planning for.scholar?
They should confirm launch timing, registration rules, eligibility and any reserved-name policy once the extension’s status is established.
Sources and review information
- xiyou.domainsxiyou.domains - accessed 2026-08-17
- ICANN 2026 Round Closes with More Than 1,600 New gTLD ApplicationsICANN - accessed 2026-08-25