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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Mary Bowman Arts in Activism Award

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 5,000. Plan to apply by 6/30/2026.

$5,000

Award Amount

Jun 30, 2026

61 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

ArtsFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateCommunity College
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Sunderbruch Speech and Debate Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,290. Plan to apply by May 1, 2026.

$1,290

Award Amount

May 1, 2026

1 day left

7 requirements

Requirements

ArtsFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolCommunity CollegeGPA 3.0+
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Alexis Mackenzie Memorial Scholarship for the Arts

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $2750. Plan to apply by May 21, 2026.

267 applicants

$2,750

Award Amount

May 21, 2026

21 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

ArtsEducationSTEMMusicFew RequirementsWomenAfrican AmericanDisabilityLow IncomeHispanicVeteransFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduatePhDCommunity CollegeGPA 3.5+NVNYNCOHOKVAWA
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Commitment to Excellence Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $4000. Plan to apply by May 17, 2026.

23 applicants

$4,000

Award Amount

Direct to student

May 17, 2026

17 days left

3 requirements

Requirements

ArtsEducationMusicWomenHispanicVeteransHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateDirect to studentGPA 3.5+NJNYPA
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Carol A. Zack Memorial Fine Arts Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,045. Plan to apply by May 1, 2026.

$1,045

Award Amount

May 1, 2026

1 day left

6 requirements

Requirements

ArtsMusicFew RequirementsUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 3.0+
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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 April 30, 2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

Apr 30, 2026

today

3 requirements

Requirements

ArtsEducationFew RequirementsHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolCommunity CollegeGPA 2.0+CACalifornia
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VSLD 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 April 30, 2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

Apr 30, 2026

today

3 requirements

Requirements

ArtsFew RequirementsFinancial NeedGPA 3.0+VAVirginia
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Undergraduate 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 April 30, 2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

Paid to school

Apr 30, 2026

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4 requirements

Requirements

ArtsEducationFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduatePaid to schoolGPA 2.0+CTNJNYPAConnecticutNew JerseyNew YorkPennsylvania
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Loop13.org 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 May 1, 2026.

$1,000

Award Amount

May 1, 2026

1 day left

7 requirements

Requirements

ArtsEducationFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 2.5+

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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.