Last updated on July 14, 2025

Top Art Scholarships with Upcoming Deadlines

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July 14, 2025

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  1. Kim Beneschott Creative Arts Scholarship

    Funded by
    Breanden Beneschott

    Amount

    $2,000

    Deadline

    Aug 25, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    Today, with high-quality phone cameras readily accessible and the rise of online platforms for creators like YouTube, Instagram, Dribbble, and others, creative pursuits are becoming more and more readily available.
    • Degree: Creative Arts Program (current or prior)
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  2. Bassed in PLUR Scholarship

    Funded by
    Earth Lyons

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Dec 14, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to support students who find inspiration in EDM and festival culture and who are passionate about furthering their education.
    • Education Level: High school senior, trade school student, incoming college student, or current undergraduate or graduate student
    • Age: 18 or older
    • Interests: Music
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  3. $25,000 "Be Bold" No-Essay Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org

    Amount

    $25,030

    Deadline

    Only 15 days left!

    Education Level

    Any
    The world will be shaped by the bold—the fighters, the risk-takers, the earnest overachievers who won’t take no for an answer. The $10,000 “Be Bold” Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile.
    All students are eligible
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  4. Chef Marco “Gabby” Pantano Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Elizabeth Schmaltz

    Amount

    $1,200

    Deadline

    Sep 04, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Chef Marco Pantano by supporting aspiring chefs who plan to spend their careers in the culinary arts field.
    • Field of Study: Culinary arts
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
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  5. Natalie Jude Women in the Arts Scholarship

    Funded by
    Ashlynn Johnson

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Sep 01, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Natalie Jude by supporting female and genderqueer students who share her passion for the arts.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • Gender: Female or genderqueer-identifying
    • Field of Study: Art
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  6. Marshall and Dorothy Smith Music Scholarship

    Funded by
    Smith Family

    Amount

    $10,000

    Deadline

    Only 11 days left!

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memories of Marshall and Dorothy Smith by supporting students who are passionate about music.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • Field of Study: Music
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  7. Samantha S. Roberts Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Roberts family

    Amount

    $2,000

    Deadline

    Only 13 days left!

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Samantha S. Roberts by supporting students from the Midwest who are passionate about art.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • State: WI, IL, IA, MI, MN, KS, NE, or OH
    • Field of Study: Art
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  8. Wicked Fan Scholarship

    Funded by
    Bold.org

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Only 15 days left!

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support fans of Wicked who are excited about the new movie adaptation of the story!
    All students are eligible
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  9. Alice M. Williams Legacy Scholarship

    Funded by
    Abundance Coffee + Marketplace

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Only 15 days left!

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor Alice M. Williams and her unwavering commitment to education by supporting students who are pursuing higher education.
    • Education Level: High school senior or four-year undergraduate student
    • GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
    • Field of Study: Education, arts, or cultural literacy
    • Background: Volunteering experience
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  10. Dave Cross Design Arts Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dave Cross

    Amount

    $750

    Deadline

    Only 22 days left!

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to make the arts more accessible by supporting students who are passionate about letting their creativity shine.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate student
    • Field of Study: Graphic design, media arts, digital design, or photography
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  11. Mad Grad Scholarship

    Funded by
    MAD BOX Studios LLC

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Only 24 days left!

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to provide financial assistance and support to students who are pursuing the visual or performing arts.
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Field of Study: Visual and/or performing arts
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  12. Deborah Thomas Scholarship Award

    Funded by
    27Strong

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Only 26 days left!

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the life of Deborah Thomas by supporting students who are seeking higher education so they have the resources necessary to complete their degrees.
    • Education Level: High school junior or senior
    • Field of Study: Business, medicine, computer science, or art
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  13. Christian ‘Myles’ Pratt Foundation Fine Arts Scholarship

    Funded by
    Rakeia Pratt and Family

    Amount

    $1,100

    Deadline

    Only 26 days left!

    Education Level

    Any
    To honor the life and legacy of Christian ‘Myles’ Pratt, this scholarship will be awarded to one student from a minority background who has big aspirations for their artistic career.
    • Major of Interest: Ceramics, Computer Animation, Game Design, Drawing, Animation, Graphic Design, Illustration, Painting, Sculpture
    • Ethnicity: BIPOC
    13
  14. Ultrafabrics Inc. Scholarship Award

    Funded by
    Ultrafabrics Inc.

    Amount

    $10,000

    Deadline

    Only 29 days left!

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to support the next generation of designers who are committed to prioritizing environmental and social sustainability.
    • GPA: 3.0 or higher
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Desired Career Field: Design or Engineering
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  15. Angela Engelson Memorial Scholarship for Women Artists

    Funded by
    Tess Perrone

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Aug 23, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Angela Engelson by supporting young women who are the first in their families to pursue a college education.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • Gender: Female-identifying
    • Background: First-generation college student
    • Field of Study: Studio art
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  16. Old Florida Vibes Scholarship

    Funded by
    Old Florida Vibes

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Aug 29, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support students exploring studies in art activism, environmental communications, climate change, water quality, wildlife conservation, wildland management, and recreation so they can achieve their goals and make a difference in the earth’s protection.
    • State: Florida
    • Field of Study: Environmental conservation, wildlife management, activism, etc.
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate or graduate student
    16
  17. Diversity in Music Education Scholarship

    Funded by
    Symphonic Distribution

    Amount

    $2,000

    Deadline

    Sep 01, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship will support three aspiring musicians in their musical studies and budding career.
    • Interests: Music Creation/Curation/Production
    • Background: BIPOC
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  18. Gracefully Chosen Foundation Fine Art Scholarship

    Funded by
    Gracefully Chosen Foundation. Inc.

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Sep 01, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support students who love to make art so they can afford to pursue their dreams and passions.
    • Education Level: High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Major of Interest : Art
    • State: Georgia
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  19. Wendy Alders Cartland Visual Arts Scholarship

    Funded by
    Wendy Cartland

    Amount

    $10,000

    Deadline

    Sep 06, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Wendy Alders Cartland by supporting low-income students pursuing the visual arts.
    • Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
    • Financial Background: Low-income
    • Field of Study: Visual arts
    • Experience: Non-profit, volunteering, or work experience involving participation in the visual arts
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  20. Hilda Klinger Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Carin Klinger

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Sep 06, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Hilda Klinger by supporting students who are pursuing degrees in the arts.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Field of Study: Arts
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  21. Martha Brooks Culinary Arts Scholarship

    Funded by
    Desserts by Marshelle

    Amount

    $632

    Deadline

    Sep 10, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship will support high school students interested in pursuing a career in the culinary arts.
    • Race/Ethnicity: BIPOC
    • Major of Interest: Culinary Arts
    • Education Level: High school or current culinary school student
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  22. Jay Curry Eternal Garden Scholarship

    Funded by
    Michelle Reny

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Sep 24, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to support students who are pursuing careers related to landscaping or natural beauty.
    • Education Level: High school, trade school, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Field of Study: Horticulture, botany, landscaping, or a related field
    22
  23. FIAH Scholarship

    Funded by
    Daleth Estrada

    Amount

    $2,000

    Deadline

    Sep 25, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to make college more accessible by supporting students who want to further their education in order to make the world a better place.
    • Education Level: Class of 2025 high school senior or current undergraduate student
    • GPA: 3.0 GPA or higher
    • Background: Involved in sports, arts, or community service during high school
    • Location: Texas
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  24. Silver Maple Fund Legacy Scholarship

    Funded by
    Silver Maple Fund

    Amount

    $5,000

    Deadline

    Oct 05, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to uplift students who embody strength, creativity, and resilience — especially those whose personal identity or educational path has set them apart.
    • Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
    • Location: Midwest resident
    • Field of Study: Humanities
    • Physical Traits: Red hair
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  25. Dr. Tien Tan Vo Cosmetics & Cosmetology Scholarship

    Funded by
    Tien Vo

    Amount

    $500

    Deadline

    Oct 10, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to support students who are passionate about pursuing careers in the cosmetics industry so they can complete their education and thrive in their profession.
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Field of Study: Beauty, cosmetology, barbering, or related programs
    25
  26. Brandon Repola Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Jobe Repola

    Amount

    $715

    Deadline

    Oct 27, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Brandon Repola by supporting students with big goals who are interested in video and digital marketing.
    • Field of Interest: Videography, digital marketing, computers, and/or automotive technology
    • Education Level: Undergraduate
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  27. Ruth Jensen Scholarship for the Arts

    Funded by
    Jensen Family

    Amount

    $2,000

    Deadline

    Nov 04, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Ruth Jensen by supporting students following in her footsteps and pursuing arts.
    • Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
    • Financial Status: Financial need
    • Field of Study: Visual or performing arts
    • States: MI, OH, or IN
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  28. Dennis A. Hall Memorial Scholarship for the Creative Arts

    Funded by
    Jeremy Hall

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Nov 12, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship aims to honor the memory of Dennis A. Hall by supporting students who share his love for the creative arts.
    • Education Level: High school senior
    • Field of Study: Creative arts (physical medium)
    • Background: Nature lover
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  29. Pamela Branchini Memorial Scholarship

    Funded by
    Dan Branchini, Bruce Ewing, Barbara Bell, and the Glitter Team at Community Lutheran

    Amount

    $2,000

    Deadline

    Nov 16, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Pamela Branchini by supporting students who are pursuing degrees in the fine arts.
    • Field of Study: Fine arts
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  30. Healing Self and Community Scholarship

    Funded by
    OG Dance School for Healing Self, LLC®

    Amount

    $1,000

    Deadline

    Nov 22, 2025

    Education Level

    Any
    This scholarship seeks to help students access higher education so they can go on to change the world.
    • Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
    • Race/Ethnicity: BIPOC
    • Background: Interest in changing the world through art and health promotion
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