[Page 2] Top Art Scholarships (Updated September 2026)

This scholarship supports U.S. resident high school seniors, undergraduates, and graduate students pursuing fields like creative writing, English, film and media, animation, illustration, education, communications, digital media, graphic design, journalism, child development, or marketing.

In honor of Heather Riley, the Heather Rylie Memorial Scholarship aims to assist aspiring artists in pursuing their dreams.

This scholarship will support one ambitious creator in their creative vision and studies.

This scholarship is open to all minority students who are interested in or are taking courses towards a degree in any arts field.

This grant is for a Black student who is furthering a protest or social change through any form of visual art.

This scholarship exists to help students combat the hidden expenses they encounter when obtaining a college, graduate, or professional school degree.

To honor the life and legacy of Julia Dale, this scholarship will support students who intend to pursue dance and/or the performing arts in college.

The LGBTQIA Arts and Personal Development Scholarship exists to support an LGBTQ+ student who's passionate about art and has large ambitions for their future within the art industry.

This scholarship seeks to make a difference in the life of a student pursuing higher education in an artistic or scientific field.

This grant is for a Black student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in studio and/or visual arts.

This scholarship will support students who are keen to express themselves through the arts and are passionate about their works.

The Evie Irie Misfit Scholarship will support a misfit student in their educational and artistic aspirations.

This grant will be awarded to a Black student or recent graduate who plans on (or already is) pursuing a career in design at a start-up.

The Traveling Artist Scholarship is designed to support an artist who wants to explore the world outside of the United States. The scholarship is open to undergraduate students who are currently studying abroad or who plan to study abroad.

This scholarship aims to support students who find inspiration in EDM and festival culture and who are passionate about furthering their education.

This scholarship exists to support one female artist who is pursuing a fine arts education at any 4-year college or university.

This scholarship will support an African American student who embodies the 8 attributes of excellence.

The Kozakov Foundation Fellowship for Creatives (Acting in Theater or Film) is designed to aid a student with university tuition to pursue a career in film, theatre, or television.

This scholarship aims to support and inspire talented individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication and skill in the drum corps international.

This scholarship aims to honor Carlos E. Reid’s legacy by supporting students with financial need who are studying the arts.

This scholarship seeks to support single parents and children of single parents who are pursuing the arts so they can complete their degrees and achieve their dreams.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Neil Margeson by supporting students who share his passion for music.

This scholarship seeks to honor the life of Mohamed Magdi Taha by supporting students who possess similar qualities and are also ‘up-standers’ in their communities.

This scholarship seeks to help kids who have an artistic side get a leg up in becoming self-sustaining professional artists.

This scholarship seeks to honor the legacy of Brandon Repola by supporting students with big goals who are interested in video and digital marketing.

This scholarship aims to support students who are committed to protecting and contributing to the African diaspora.

This scholarship aims to uplift minority students who are pursuing science, technology, engineering, art, or math (STEAM) and who embody Anthony’s values.

In honor of Joey Anderson, this scholarship will support female students pursuing a dance or theater degree.

This scholarship seeks to honor the memory of Chris Struthers by uplifting and empowering the next generation of graphic designers.

This scholarship seeks to provide financial assistance in order to make college more accessible and help dancers follow their passion.