Arts scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 08, 2025Apply below to the best Arts scholarships for February 2025.
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Jerry Wheeler Scholarships
South Dakota • Accounting • Agriculture • Fashion • Automotive • Technology • Business Administration • Management • Mechanical • Computer Science • Information Sciences • Restaurant/Culinary/Food Services • Electrical/Electronics • Geological & Earth Sciences • Food Sciences & Technology • Home Services • Architecture • Interior Design • Other Trades/Crafts • Pharmacy • Photography • Marketing • Travel & Tourism • Freshmen • Sophomores • Seniors • Juniors
The Jerry Wheeler Scholarships support South Dakota students pursuing retail careers with awards up to $3,500. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
Deadline:
April 23, 2025
Colonel Loren J. and Mrs. Lawona R. Spencer Scholarship
Service • Agriculture • Arts Management • Sports Management • Management • Operations Management • Conservation • Natural Resources Management • Business Administration • Public Policy & Administration • Graduate Students
The Spencer Scholarship offers $5,000 for US Air Force personnel pursuing graduate education in management and administration.
Deadline:
April 30, 2025
Center for Architecture Design Scholarship
New York • Architecture • Design/Visual Communications • Graphic Design • Urban Design • Interior Design • Civil Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Construction Engineering • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Scholarship for NY students pursuing degrees in architecture, design, or engineering. Up to $5,000 available. Portfolio and recommendations required.
Deadline:
March 21, 2025
Custom Sock Lab Scholarship Program
Art History • Arts • Arts Management • Film • Fashion • Graphic Design • Photography • Radio & Television • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Deadline:
July 18, 2025
Tailhook Educational Foundation Scholarship
Service • Military • Mathematics • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Science • STEM • Arts • Art History • Theatre/Performing Arts • Studio Arts • Arts Management • Music • Graphic Design • Energy • Astronomy • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • UX/Technical Design • Technology • IT/Information Technology • Health/Medical Technology • Automotive • Aviation/Aeronautical • Physics • Photography • Chemistry • Freshmen
TEF offers over 100 scholarships for children of Naval personnel, averaging $3,000, with top grants up to $15,000 for STEAM studies.
Deadline:
February 17, 2025
BeArt Presets Academic Scholarship Program
Photography • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
BeArt Presets offers a $5,000 scholarship for students in digital photography. Submit a 1000+ word essay to apply.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Louis B. Russell Scholarship
Arts • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • For Asian students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Black and/or African American students • For Middle Eastern students • Freshmen
The Louis B. Russell Scholarship offers $1,000 to minority high school seniors pursuing vocational education at accredited institutions.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Stoody-West Graduate Fellowship
Radio & Television • Film • Religious/Theological Studies • For Methodist students • Graduate Students
Apply for the $6,000 Stoody-West Graduate Fellowship in religious journalism for United Methodist students pursuing post-graduate studies.
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Dan Riley Scholarship
Wisconsin • Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Music • High school • Freshmen
The Dan Riley Scholarship offers $1,000 to Southern Door High School seniors pursuing Performing Arts with a 2.5 GPA.
Deadline:
March 14, 2025
Sutherland/Purdy Scholarship
Fashion • Other Trades/Crafts • Arts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Sutherland/Purdy Scholarship offers $500 to Phi U members in clothing and textiles with leadership experience and a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
S. Penny Chappell Scholarship
Fashion • Other Trades/Crafts • Construction • Arts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The S. Penny Chappell Scholarship offers $500 for Phi U members in fashion or textile studies. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
The Dendel Scholarship
Arts • Other Trades/Crafts • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Dendel Scholarship offers up to $4,000 for excellence in textiles, handweaving, and research, covering tuition and materials.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
JVS Chicago Scholarship Program
Illinois • Indiana • Business (MBA) • Communications • Teacher Education • Healthcare Administrative • Religious/Theological Studies • Law • Pre-Med • Arts • Science • Social Work • Education • Technology • Healthcare-Related • Public Health • Public Policy & Administration • For Jewish students • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students • Sophomores
JVS Chicago Scholarship offers up to $8,000 for Jewish students in the Chicago area pursuing helping professions.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
NIAF Jack Valenti Scholarship
Film • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The NIAF Jack Valenti Scholarship offers $2,500 to $12,000 for Italian American students in film with a 3.5 GPA. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
CINTAS Foundation Fellowship in Creative Writing
Writing • Arts • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
CINTAS Foundation Fellowship offers $20,000 for Cuban artists. Apply with recommendations, work samples, and an artist statement.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
CINTAS Foundation Fellowship in Visual Arts
Studio Arts • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
CINTAS Foundation Fellowship offers $20,000 for Cuban artists. Submit your visual arts work to apply.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
The Roberta Rathbun Scholarship for Theatrical Arts
New York • Theatre/Performing Arts • Freshmen
The Roberta Rathbun Scholarship offers $500 for Southern Erie County seniors pursuing theater majors. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
Stanfield and D'Orlando Legal and Art Scholarships
Law • Arts • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • For Christian students • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Stanfield Scholarships for Unitarian Universalists in art or law. $250+ awards based on need and active involvement. Apply now!
Deadline:
February 15, 2025
MMUF Travel and Research Grants
World Studies • Conservation • Writing • History • Literature • Geological & Earth Sciences • English • Film • Music • Foreign Languages • Sociology • Theatre/Performing Arts • Religious/Theological Studies • Graduate Students
MMUF Travel & Research Grants offer up to $5,000 for graduate students in select fields. Apply with a personal statement and research plan.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Design Thinking Scholarship
Film • Graphic Design • Game Design • UX/Technical Design • Interior Design • Design/Visual Communications • Urban Design • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Design Thinking Scholarship offers $1,000 to students passionate about design thinking and digital design tools through an essay application.
Deadline:
December 31, 2025
STEM Scholarship
STEM • Arts • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The STEM Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for underrepresented students in sustainability and STEM with a 3.0 GPA and community impact.
Deadline:
May 30, 2025
Veterans and Family Scholarship
Military • STEM • Arts • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Veterans & Family Scholarship offers up to $10,000 for veterans and families pursuing education or S.T.E.A.M. degrees.
Deadline:
May 30, 2025
Froggycrossing's Creativity Scholarship
Art History • Arts • Arts Management • Film • Fashion • Graphic Design • Meteorology • Photography • Radio & Television • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Writing • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Froggycrossing's Creativity Scholarship awards $2,000 to 10 students showcasing their creativity through various media forms.
Deadline:
November 30, 2025
Community Foundation of Grundy County Scholarships
Grundy County • Illinois • Communications • Design/Visual Communications • Digital Communications/Media • Journalism • Photography • Public Relations • Radio & Television • Writing • High school • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Grundy County students can apply for scholarships up to $10,000 for post-high school education. High chances of winning!
Deadline:
March 8, 2025
Wendy Alders Cartland Visual Arts Scholarship
Arts • Studio Arts • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Middle Eastern students • For Native American / American Indian students • For Pacific Islander students • Community Service • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Wendy Alders Cartland Visual Arts Scholarship awards $5,100 to low-income visual arts students with relevant experience. BIPOC preferred.
Deadline:
September 6, 2025
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FAQ
Common mistakes to avoid include missing deadlines, failing to follow application instructions, submitting a weak portfolio, and not proofreading your application materials. Take your time to ensure everything is complete and polished.
When writing an application for Arts scholarships, be sure to showcase your passion for the arts, highlight your achievements, and provide a clear narrative about your artistic journey. Tailor your application to each scholarship's specific criteria.
Arts scholarships typically cover tuition fees, and some may also provide funds for materials, equipment, and living expenses. Always check the details of each scholarship to understand what costs are covered.
Yes, many Arts scholarships are open to international students. However, eligibility may vary, so it's essential to review the specific requirements of each scholarship.
Common documents required for Arts scholarships include a completed application form, a portfolio of your work, transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement. Check the specific requirements for each scholarship you apply for.
To increase your chances of winning an Arts scholarship, focus on creating a strong portfolio, writing a compelling personal statement, and obtaining strong letters of recommendation. Additionally, apply to multiple scholarships to broaden your opportunities.
Eligibility criteria for Arts scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as academic performance, artistic talent, portfolio submissions, and sometimes financial need. Always check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Yes, many Arts scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, educational institutions, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its credibility.
You can find Arts scholarships on various platforms, including scholarship search engines and educational websites. A great resource is Mos, where you can explore a wide range of scholarships tailored to your interests and qualifications.
Arts scholarships are financial awards given to students pursuing studies in various fields of the arts, such as visual arts, performing arts, music, and design. These scholarships aim to support talented individuals in their educational endeavors and help cover tuition and related expenses.
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