Amount: $5,000
Deadline: April 30 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No
About
This CBCF scholarship supports African American students pursuing degrees in the arts, fostering their artistic talent and cultural contributions.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 2.5+
- Demographic: african-american
- Must be pursuing a degree in a fine art, performing art, or visual art field.
- Demonstrate talent and artistic merit.
Required Materials
- Online application
- Essay
- Official transcript
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Resume
- Portfolio/Audition (as applicable)
Timeline
Applications open typically in February. Deadline is April 30. Winners notified in July.
Tips
A strong portfolio or audition showing your artistic talent is crucial. In your essay, discuss your artistic vision and how you plan to impact the arts community.