Top Art Scholarships with Upcoming Deadlines
July 14, 2025
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Kim Beneschott Creative Arts Scholarship
Funded byBreanden BeneschottAmount
$2,000Deadline
Aug 25, 2025Education Level
AnyToday, 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)
1Bassed in PLUR Scholarship
Funded byEarth LyonsAmount
$1,000Deadline
Dec 14, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
2$25,000 "Be Bold" No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$25,030Deadline
Only 15 days left!Education Level
AnyThe 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 eligible3Chef Marco “Gabby” Pantano Memorial Scholarship
Funded byElizabeth SchmaltzAmount
$1,200Deadline
Sep 04, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
4Natalie Jude Women in the Arts Scholarship
Funded byAshlynn JohnsonAmount
$1,000Deadline
Sep 01, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
5Marshall and Dorothy Smith Music Scholarship
Funded bySmith FamilyAmount
$10,000Deadline
Only 11 days left!Education Level
AnyThis 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
6Samantha S. Roberts Memorial Scholarship
Funded byRoberts familyAmount
$2,000Deadline
Only 13 days left!Education Level
AnyThis 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
7Wicked Fan Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$500Deadline
Only 15 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support fans of Wicked who are excited about the new movie adaptation of the story!All students are eligible8Alice M. Williams Legacy Scholarship
Funded byAbundance Coffee + MarketplaceAmount
$500Deadline
Only 15 days left!Education Level
AnyThis 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
9Dave Cross Design Arts Scholarship
Funded byDave CrossAmount
$750Deadline
Only 22 days left!Education Level
AnyThis 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
10Mad Grad Scholarship
Funded byMAD BOX Studios LLCAmount
$1,000Deadline
Only 24 days left!Education Level
AnyThis 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
11Deborah Thomas Scholarship Award
Funded by27StrongAmount
$500Deadline
Only 26 days left!Education Level
AnyThis 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
12Christian ‘Myles’ Pratt Foundation Fine Arts Scholarship
Funded byRakeia Pratt and FamilyAmount
$1,100Deadline
Only 26 days left!Education Level
AnyTo 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
13Ultrafabrics Inc. Scholarship Award
Funded byUltrafabrics Inc.Amount
$10,000Deadline
Only 29 days left!Education Level
AnyThis 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
14Angela Engelson Memorial Scholarship for Women Artists
Funded byTess PerroneAmount
$1,000Deadline
Aug 23, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
15Old Florida Vibes Scholarship
Funded byOld Florida VibesAmount
$1,000Deadline
Aug 29, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
16Diversity in Music Education Scholarship
Funded bySymphonic DistributionAmount
$2,000Deadline
Sep 01, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support three aspiring musicians in their musical studies and budding career.- Interests: Music Creation/Curation/Production
- Background: BIPOC
17Gracefully Chosen Foundation Fine Art Scholarship
Funded byGracefully Chosen Foundation. Inc.Amount
$500Deadline
Sep 01, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
18Wendy Alders Cartland Visual Arts Scholarship
Funded byWendy CartlandAmount
$10,000Deadline
Sep 06, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
19Hilda Klinger Memorial Scholarship
Funded byCarin KlingerAmount
$1,000Deadline
Sep 06, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
20Martha Brooks Culinary Arts Scholarship
Funded byDesserts by MarshelleAmount
$632Deadline
Sep 10, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
21Jay Curry Eternal Garden Scholarship
Funded byMichelle RenyAmount
$1,000Deadline
Sep 24, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
22FIAH Scholarship
Funded byDaleth EstradaAmount
$2,000Deadline
Sep 25, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
23Silver Maple Fund Legacy Scholarship
Funded bySilver Maple FundAmount
$5,000Deadline
Oct 05, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
24Dr. Tien Tan Vo Cosmetics & Cosmetology Scholarship
Funded byTien VoAmount
$500Deadline
Oct 10, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
25Brandon Repola Memorial Scholarship
Funded byJobe RepolaAmount
$715Deadline
Oct 27, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
26Ruth Jensen Scholarship for the Arts
Funded byJensen FamilyAmount
$2,000Deadline
Nov 04, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
27Dennis A. Hall Memorial Scholarship for the Creative Arts
Funded byJeremy HallAmount
$1,000Deadline
Nov 12, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
28Pamela Branchini Memorial Scholarship
Funded byDan Branchini, Bruce Ewing, Barbara Bell, and the Glitter Team at Community LutheranAmount
$2,000Deadline
Nov 16, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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
29Healing Self and Community Scholarship
Funded byOG Dance School for Healing Self, LLC®Amount
$1,000Deadline
Nov 22, 2025Education Level
AnyThis 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Art scholarships cater to a diverse range of disciplines, including visual arts, performing arts, creative writing, and art history. High school seniors can explore opportunities such as fine arts scholarships, art history scholarships, and performing arts scholarships. Institutions like the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) offer merit-based scholarships to National Art Honor Society members. Additionally, programs like the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards provide substantial scholarships to high school seniors who submit outstanding portfolios.
Most art scholarships require applicants to be high school seniors or current college students pursuing an arts-related degree, such as fine arts, art education, art history, or performing arts. A strong academic record (often a minimum GPA of 2.5–3.0), letters of recommendation, and a personal statement are commonly required. Most arts scholarships will require an art portfolio to show your talent. Some scholarships may also have financial need, demographic, or geographic criteria, such as being a resident of a specific state or attending a particular institution.
One of the most prestigious and widely recognized scholarships for art majors is the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. This national program offers high school seniors substantial scholarships across various art categories, including visual arts and creative writing. The "best" scholarship often depends on your artistic discipline, goals, and school choices.