You’ll fill out a special form to apply (usually a PDF).

Application form

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

Arts Scholarship

The Hispanic Education Endowment Fund offers $283,000 in scholarships for Orange County students, averaging $4,000 each.

Essay

You’ll need a copy of your grades and courses taken.

Transcripts

You’ll need an overview of your experiences and accomplishments. 

Resume

You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great 

Recommendation letter

Art Project

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

Larry McDonald Scholarship

The Larry McDonald Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ students in Oregon and Clark County, WA, pursuing Arts or Humanities with an average award of $6,700.

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

AAF Fort Wayne Scholarship

AAF Fort Wayne Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for full-time college students in advertising or marketing fields from select Indiana counties.

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

Bill Bendiner and Doug Morgenson Scholarship

The Bill Bendiner and Doug Morgenson Scholarship supports LGBTQ+ students in human services, health sciences, or visual arts with an average award of $6,700.

Kathy Pace Technology Scholarship

The Kathy Pace Technology Scholarship awards $5,000 to Texas and Oklahoma students in tech fields. Apply now!

William Male Foundation Scholarship

The William Male Foundation Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for artists in San Diego pursuing formal arts training.

Jim McBroom and John H. Weston Charitable Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation Scholarship

Scholarship for Oregon residents pursuing fine arts or humanities degrees. Requires three essays. Award: 250+.

Video

Advertising Education Foundation of Houston Scholarship

HAEF Scholarship offers $5,000 for students in advertising or communications with a 3.0 GPA in AR, LA, OK, or TX.

Bill McKnight and Steve Parsons Legacy Scholarship

The Bill McKnight and Steve Parsons Legacy Scholarship supports queer students in Arts and Humanities from the Pacific Northwest.

This application asks for financial info.

Tax returns

Carl C. Yount Charitable Scholarship

Dreamers Scholarship Fund

The Dreamers Scholarship Fund offers up to $6,500 for DACA students enrolled in a Bachelor's program. Apply now!

Patricia Van Kirk Scholarship

The Patricia Van Kirk Scholarship supports lesbians in theater or visual arts committed to social justice. Apply with three essays.

Jack D. Motteler Scholarship

The Jack D. Motteler Scholarship supports Northwest residents in visual arts with a $250+ award. Apply by submitting three essays.

Ann Ward Fine Arts Scholarship

The Ann Ward Fine Arts Scholarship offers $5,000 to Bartholomew County seniors pursuing fine arts at accredited colleges.

You’ll need to submit a headshot as part of your application.

Photo / headshot

Arts For Life Award

The Arts For Life Award offers $1,000 to Florida seniors excelling in the arts. Apply with an essay and portfolio.

What is a letter of recommendation?

New York Women In Communications Foundation Scholarship

The NY Women In Communications Foundation offers scholarships up to $10,000 for students in communications fields with a 3.2 GPA.

Gregori Jakovina Scholarship

The Gregori Jakovina Scholarship supports Oregon and Clark County residents in the Arts, focusing on visual arts. Apply with three essays.

Paul Arnold Memorial Scholarship

The Paul Arnold Memorial Scholarship supports design students in the Northwest. Apply with three essays for a chance to win $250+.

William B. Ruggles Journalist Scholarship

The William B. Ruggles Scholarship offers $2,000 to journalism students demonstrating high journalistic standards. Apply with an essay and references.

Work Sample

 Web Design Scholarship

The Web Design Scholarship offers $1,000 to US students at accredited schools. Apply with an unofficial transcript and design submission.

Can I use the same letter of recommendation for multiple scholarship applications?     

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

AWAF Scholarships

AWAF Scholarships offer up to $7,500 for women studying architecture and related fields in California. Apply now!

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

You’ll need to share your service record. 

Proof of service

The scholarship I'm applying to asks for references. Who should I be putting down?

Colonel Loren J. and Mrs. Lawona R. Spencer Scholarship

The Spencer Scholarship offers $5,000 for US Air Force personnel pursuing graduate education in management and administration.

Volunteering or being active in your community is a must for this scholarship.

Community Service

Deloris Carter Hampton Scholarship

The Deloris Carter Hampton Scholarship supports women of color in LGBTQ activism pursuing degrees in education, women's health, or dance.

Naomi Rabb Winston 2-D Visual Art Scholarship

The Winston 2-D Visual Art Scholarship awards up to $4,000 to visual artists aged 16-22.

Irene Runnels – Paula McStay Scholarship

The Irene Runnels – Paula McStay Scholarship awards $5,000 to two Texas students in media-related fields.

American Sign Letters Scholarship

Win a $1,000 scholarship by designing a building sign, business logo, or impactful plaque for your college campus.

How do I create a resume? 

Charles E. Peterson Fellowship of SAH Archipedia and the Athenaeum of Philadelphia

The Charles E. Peterson Fellowship offers $2,500 to graduate students in art or architecture fields. Preference for SAH members.

You’ll need an application letter summarizing your experience and why you’re applying.

Cover letter

Ed Bradley Scholarship

The Ed Bradley Scholarship offers $10,000 to aspiring journalists of color. Apply if you're a full-time sophomore, junior, or senior.

Presidents Scholarship

The Presidents Scholarship awards $2,500 to full-time students in radio, TV, or digital journalism. Essay and recommendations needed.

Lou And Carole Prato Sports Reporting Scholarship

The Lou And Carole Prato Sports Reporting Scholarship offers $1,000 to journalism students committed to sports reporting values.

Lee Thornton Scholarship

The Lee Thornton Scholarship offers $2,000 for journalism, broadcasting, or communications students. Preference for UMD and Howard students.

ISI Richard M. Weaver Fellowship

The ISI Richard M. Weaver Fellowship provides up to $15,000 for U.S. citizens in graduate programs focused on liberal arts or education.

James O. Thomason Scholarship

The  James O. Thomason Scholarship awards $2,000 to SC high school seniors pursuing electronic, print or photo journalism, advertising, public relations.

State Regents American History Scholarship

The State Regents American History Scholarship offers $1,500+ to Colorado residents studying History or related fields.

CBC Spouses Visual Arts Scholarship

The CBC Spouses Visual Arts Scholarship offers $5,000 to full-time Black students in visual arts with a 2.5 GPA. Apply now!

Jerry Wheeler Scholarships

The Jerry Wheeler Scholarships support South Dakota students pursuing retail careers with awards up to $3,500. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

WithIt Scholarship

The WithIt Scholarship offers up to $3,500 for women in home industry majors like Design, Marketing, and Sustainable Design.

Ric Ulrich and Chuck Pischke Scholarship 

Apply for the Ric Ulrich and Chuck Pischke Scholarship for visual arts and design. Open to Northwest residents. Award: $250+.

Indiana Broadcasters Association College Scholarships

Indiana Broadcasters Association offers $5,000 scholarships for college students with a 3.0 GPA in broadcasting or telecommunications.

Bob Baxter Scholarship

The Bob Baxter Scholarship offers $2,000 to support talented photojournalism students in need of financial assistance.

Bob East Scholarship

The Bob East Scholarship offers $2,000 to support talented photojournalism students in need of financial assistance.

Kit C. King Scholarship

The Kit C. King Scholarship offers $2,000 to graduate students in photojournalism needing financial assistance.

Dan Riley Scholarship

The Dan Riley Scholarship offers $1,000 to Southern Door High School seniors pursuing Performing Arts with a 2.5 GPA.

Michael T. and Mary L. Cloyd Scholarship

This application asks you to provide standardized test scores.

Test scores

Alabama Thespian High School Senior Scholarship

The Alabama Thespian High School Senior Scholarship awards $1,500 to seniors pursuing arts in college. Open to registered Thespians.

What if my college GPA is too low for this program?

The Charles Clarke Cordle Memorial Scholarship

The Charles Clark Cordle Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for Georgia or Alabama college students with an Amateur Radio License.

The Mary Lou Brown Scholarship

The Mary Lou Brown Scholarship offers $2,500 for amateur radio operators in the Pacific Northwest pursuing higher education.

The L. Phil and Alice J. Wicker Scholarship

The Wicker Scholarship offers $2,000 for licensed radio amateurs in the ARRL Roanoke Division pursuing degrees in electronics or communications.

What's the difference between an official and unofficial transcript? 

The ARRL General Fund Scholarship

The ARRL General Fund Scholarship offers $2,000 for amateur radio operators pursuing higher education. Active license required.

The Richard W. Bendicksen, N7ZL, Memorial Scholarship

The Richard W. Bendicksen Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for students with an Active Amateur Radio License attending a four-year college.