Arts Scholarships

Find Arts scholarships for students looking for funding in this field. Compare deadlines, award amounts, GPA requirements, eligibility rules, and application steps before applying.

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Available Arts scholarships

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Elaine Ehlers Arts Scholarship

This scholarship helps cover education costs for qualified students. The listed award is $5,000. Plan to apply by March 13, 2027.

$5,000

Award Amount

Mar 13, 2027

317 days left

None

Requirements

ArtsFew RequirementsWomenMinorityHispanicFirst-GenerationSingle ParentFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateCAFLGAILMNNJNYOHPATX
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Buildgirls Scholars Program

This scholarship helps cover education costs for qualified students. The listed award is $5,000. Plan to apply by April 15, 2027.

$5,000

Award Amount

Apr 15, 2027

350 days left

None

Requirements

ArtsFew Requirements
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Alpay Scholarship Exhibition

This scholarship helps cover education costs for qualified students. The listed award is $5,000. Plan to apply by April 17, 2027.

$5,000

Award Amount

Apr 17, 2027

352 days left

None

Requirements

ArtsFew RequirementsWomenMinorityHispanicFirst-GenerationSingle ParentFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateCAFLGAILMNNYOHPATX
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John Carlton Myatt Writing Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $3,000. Plan to apply by May 8, 2026.

$3,000

Award Amount

May 8, 2026

8 days left

5 requirements

Requirements

ArtsCommunityFew RequirementsHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGPA 2.0+NCNorth Carolina
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Mary A. Kunz and Jack G. Kline Endowed Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is Amount Varies. Plan to apply by 5/15/2026.

Amount Varies

Award Amount

May 15, 2026

15 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

ArtsFew RequirementsCommunity CollegeGPA 2.5+
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Cowboy Breakfast Foundation Scholarship Guide

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is Amount Varies. Plan to apply by 5/15/2026.

Amount Varies

Award Amount

May 15, 2026

15 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

ArtsFew RequirementsCommunity CollegeGPA 2.5+
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Tres Grace Family Foundation Endowed Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is Amount Varies. Plan to apply by 5/15/2026.

Amount Varies

Award Amount

May 15, 2026

15 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

ArtsFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateCommunity CollegeTrade SchoolGPA 2.0+
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DMC Roundtable Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is Amount Varies. Plan to apply by 5/15/2026.

Amount Varies

Award Amount

May 15, 2026

15 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

ArtsFew RequirementsCommunity CollegeGPA 3.0+

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Frequently asked questions about arts scholarships

Who can apply for arts scholarships?
Arts scholarship eligibility depends on the provider and the discipline. Some awards support visual arts, design, photography, film, theater, dance, creative writing, or interdisciplinary work, while others are open to any student with a strong creative portfolio. Providers may ask for samples, an artist statement, school enrollment, GPA, financial need, local residency, or plans to continue studying or practicing the arts.
What should I prepare before applying for arts scholarships?
Start by organizing a small portfolio that matches the scholarship instructions. This may include images, videos, writing samples, performance links, project descriptions, or a resume of exhibitions, productions, publications, classes, or community arts work. Many arts scholarships also ask for an artist statement, so be ready to explain your influences, process, goals, and why the award would support your next step.
Do arts scholarships require a specific major?
Some arts scholarships require applicants to major in an arts-related field, but many do not. A provider may care more about demonstrated creative work, a portfolio, community involvement, or plans to keep developing as an artist. If you are undecided or combining art with another field, look for awards that accept creative practice, extracurricular work, or career goals rather than a strict major requirement.