Scholarships for New York City Students
 

Scholarships for New York City Students

  • World Studio Foundation Scholarship

    Summary: For students whose aim are to increase diversity in the creative professions and foster social and environmental responsibility in the artists, designers and studios of tomorrow. Fort the benefit of minority and economically disadvantaged.

    Eligibility: Must show proof of acceptance to an accredited college in the United States and application for financial aid. Available to students with a minimum GPA of 2.0 who are preparing to study the arts. Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident in possession of a green card.

    Deadline: April 1

    Amount: $200–$6,000

    How to Apply: See website for more information.

    Address:
    World Studio AIGA Scholarships
    164 Fifth Avenue
    New York, NY 10010

    URL: www.worldstudio.org/scholarships

  • Illustrators of the Future Contest

    Summary: Open to new science fiction and fantasy artists world wide.

    Eligibility: Open to entrants from all nations who have not previously published illustrations or paintings in nationally distributed media.

    Deadline: March 31, June 30, September 30, and December 31.  

    Amount: $500–$4,000

    How to Apply: See website for more information.

    Address:
    L. Ron Hubbard's Illustrators of the Future Contest
    P.O. Box 3190
    Los Angeles, CA 90078

    URL: www.writersofthefuture.com/rules.htm#illus

  • Federal Junior Duck Stamp Design Contest

    Summary: A drawing/painting competition for K–12 students.

    Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident. Entry must be contestant's original, hand-drawn creation and may not be traced or copied from a photograph or other artist's published work.

    Deadline: August 15

    Amount: $200–$5,000

    How to Apply: See website for more information.

    Address:
    Alison Penn, New York Coordinator
    Federal Junior Duck Stamp Program
    P.O. Box 21
    360 Smith Road
    Shirley, NY 11967

    Phone: 631-286-0485

    URL: www.fws.gov/duckstamps/junior/junior.htm

  • Swackhamer Disarmament Video Contest

    Summary: For high school students with an interest in film and global peace and security.

    Eligibility: Open to all ages.

    Deadline: June 15

    Amount: $250–$1,000

    How to Apply: See website for more information.

    Address:
    Nuclear Age Peace Foundation
    Washington, D.C. Office
    322 Fourth Street N.E.
    Washington, D.C. 20002

    Phone: 805-965-3444

    URL: www.wagingpeace.org/menu/programs/awards-&-contests/index.htm

  • New York State Art Teachers Association Scholarships

    Summary: For graduating high school seniors who are students of a NYSATA member and intend to pursue a career in visual arts.

    Eligibility: Must be accepted by an art school or college art program.

    Deadline: May 15

    Amount: $500–$1,000

    How to Apply: See website for more information.

    Address:
    Janice Oldak
    NYSATA Art Department
    Barnum Woods Elementary School
    500 May Lane
    East Meadow, NY 11554

    Phone: 516-564-6500

    URL: www.nysata.org/scholarships.php

  • National Sculpture Society Scholarship

    Summary: For students of figurative or representational sculpture.

    Eligibility: Must submit 8–10 images of work on CD and demonstrate financial need. Noncitizens may apply.

    Deadline: June 1

    Amount: $2,000

    How to Apply: See website for more information.

    Address:
    Scholarships
    National Sculpture Society
    237 Park Avenue, Ground Floor
    New York, NY 10017

    URL: www.nationalsculpture.org/nss/index.cfm/method/main.scholarships

  • The Christophers’ Annual Poster Contest for High School Students

    Summary: For high school students in grades 9–12 to create an original poster.

    Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen and submit original artwork addressing the theme listed on the website.

    Deadline: January 19

    Amount: $100–$1,000

    How to Apply: See website for more information.

    Address:
    High School Poster Contest, The Christophers
    5 Hanover Square, 11th Floor
    New York, NY 10004

    URL: www.christophers.org/page.aspx?pid=274