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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Spirit of Scholarship (FA)

Liberal Arts / General Studies students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Amount Varies and a Jul 1, 2026 deadline while planning eligibility fit and required materials.

Best for: Liberal Arts / General Studies studentsEffort: UnknownSignal: Structured details

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Jul 1, 2026

35 days left

None

Requirements

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

Jul 1, 2026

35 days left

None

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ArtsFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGPA 3.0+TX

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

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of Theatre and Dance Tuition Program for Current Students (Design/Tech)

Visual and Performing Arts students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Amount Varies and a Jul 15, 2026 deadline while planning eligibility fit and required materials.

Best for: Visual and Performing Arts studentsEffort: UnknownSignal: Structured details

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Jul 15, 2026

49 days left

None

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Eligible: United States Study in: United States

Jul 15, 2026

49 days left

None

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Award Amount

Arts STEMFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateILIllinois

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

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Parks Memorial Scholarship in Costume Design

Parks, Recreation, and Fitness Studies students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Amount Varies and a Jul 15, 2026 deadline while planning eligibility fit and required materials.

Best for: Parks, Recreation, and Fitness Studies studentsEffort: UnknownSignal: Structured details

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Award Amount

Jul 15, 2026

49 days left

None

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Eligible: United States Study in: United States

Jul 15, 2026

49 days left

None

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Amount Varies

Award Amount

ArtsFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateILIllinois

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

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Smith Memorial Scholarship

Visual and Performing Arts students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Amount Varies and a Jul 15, 2026 deadline while planning eligibility fit and required materials.

Best for: Visual and Performing Arts studentsEffort: UnknownSignal: Structured details

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 15, 2026

49 days left

None

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Eligible: United States Study in: United States

Jul 15, 2026

49 days left

None

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Amount Varies

Award Amount

ArtsFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateILIllinois

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

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of Theatre and Dance Tuition Program for Incoming Students (Design/Tech)

Visual and Performing Arts students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Amount Varies and a Jul 15, 2026 deadline while planning eligibility fit and required materials.

Best for: Visual and Performing Arts studentsEffort: UnknownSignal: Structured details

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 15, 2026

49 days left

None

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Eligible: United States Study in: United States

Jul 15, 2026

49 days left

None

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Amount Varies

Award Amount

Arts STEMFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateILIllinois

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

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Adra and Baker Theatre Scholarship

Visual and Performing Arts students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Amount Varies and a Jul 15, 2026 deadline while planning eligibility fit and required materials.

Best for: Visual and Performing Arts studentsEffort: UnknownSignal: Structured details

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 15, 2026

49 days left

None

Requirements

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

Jul 15, 2026

49 days left

None

Requirements

Amount Varies

Award Amount

ArtsFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateILIllinois

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

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Stevens Scholarships in the Arts for the School of Theatre and Dance

Visual and Performing Arts students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Amount Varies and a Jul 15, 2026 deadline while planning eligibility fit and required materials.

Best for: Visual and Performing Arts studentsEffort: UnknownSignal: Structured details

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 15, 2026

49 days left

None

Requirements

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

Jul 15, 2026

49 days left

None

Requirements

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Arts MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateILIllinois

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

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Lili and John La Scholarship for Theatre

College 3rd year students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Amount Varies and a Jul 15, 2026 deadline while planning eligibility fit and required materials.

Best for: College 3rd year studentsEffort: UnknownSignal: Structured details

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 15, 2026

49 days left

None

Requirements

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

Jul 15, 2026

49 days left

None

Requirements

Amount Varies

Award Amount

ArtsFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateILIllinois

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

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Jacob Memorial Scholarship for Arts and Music

Business, Management and Marketing students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of $1,000 and a Jul 27, 2026 deadline while planning eligibility fit and required materials.

Best for: Business, Management and Marketing studentsEffort: MediumSignal: Structured details

$1,000

Award Amount

Jul 27, 2026

61 days left

3 requirements

Requirements

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

Jul 27, 2026

61 days left

3 requirements

Requirements

$1,000

Award Amount

Arts Education MusicHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateGPA 3.5+CONY

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

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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.