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

Browse available arts scholarships below or use filters to refine your results by deadline, award amount, GPA, eligibility, and requirements.

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Ethan Riley Memorial Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 1,000. Plan to apply by 10/30/2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

Oct 30, 2026

183 days left

None

Requirements

ArtsFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 2.0+
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VSA Emerging Young Artists Program

This scholarship helps cover education costs for qualified students. The listed award is $3,000. Plan to apply by November 16, 2026.

$3,000

Award Amount

Nov 16, 2026

200 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

ArtsDisabilityFew RequirementsWomenMinorityHispanicFirst-GenerationSingle ParentFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateCAFLGAILMNNYOHPATX
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William & Dorothy Strickland Culinary Endowed Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 1,000. Plan to apply by 11/30/2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

Nov 30, 2026

214 days left

None

Requirements

ArtsFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 2.0+FLFlorida
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Lucille W. Davis Memorial – Art Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 1,000. Plan to apply by 12/19/2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

Dec 19, 2026

233 days left

None

Requirements

ArtsFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 2.0+ILIllinois
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Dorothy L. Stephenson Memorial Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 1,000. Plan to apply by 12/19/2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

Dec 19, 2026

233 days left

None

Requirements

ArtsMedicineFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh SchoolUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 2.0+ILIllinois
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AT&T STEAM Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 1,000. Plan to apply by 12/19/2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

Dec 19, 2026

233 days left

None

Requirements

ArtsSTEMFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 2.0+ILIllinois
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Kathy O'Dell – Art Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 1,000. Plan to apply by 12/19/2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

Dec 19, 2026

233 days left

None

Requirements

ArtsFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 3.0+ILIllinois
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Molly McGuire School of Culinary Arts Endowed Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 1,000. Plan to apply by 12/31/2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

Dec 31, 2026

245 days left

None

Requirements

ArtsFew RequirementsDisabilityFinancial NeedUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 2.0+
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Charlie Clary Endowed Scholarship at

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 1,000. Plan to apply by 12/31/2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

Dec 31, 2026

245 days left

None

Requirements

ArtsSTEMFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 3.0+FL

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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.