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Arts & Performing Arts Scholarships 2026–2027 — 28 Available

Arts & Performing Arts scholarships for 2026–2027: SwiftScholarships lists 28 verified arts & performing arts scholarships with direct application links. Browse awards by amount and deadline, and apply directly to each scholarship's official page.

Kazickas Family Foundation Art Scholarships

Kazickas Family Foundation via Scholarships.com | Deadline: 2026-04-14
Awards funding to arts students, including performing arts. Helps cover educational expenses.
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$1,000
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Empire State Arts Scholarship Program

New York State Education Department | Deadline: 2026-04-17
Provides tuition support for arts education. Individual awards cover full tuition up to specified limits.
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$100
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Empire State Arts Scholarship Program

New York State Office of Cultural Education | Deadline: 2026-04-17
Individual awards cover up to 100% of tuition cost for arts students in New York.
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$100
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Mitchell Fine Arts Scholarship

Mitchell Fine Arts | Deadline: 2026-04-24
Award for students studying painting, sculpture, music, drama, theater, dance, and other creative fields. Applicants must have Polish heritage or comm
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$2,000
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Mitchell Fine Arts Scholarship

Mitchell | Deadline: 2026-04-24
Award for students connected to Polish heritage pursuing fine arts including music and performing arts. Available to Michigan residents across educati
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$2,000
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Mitchell Fine Arts Scholarship

Not specified (via Fastweb) | Deadline: 2026-04-24
This award funds fine arts pursuits, including performing arts, for eligible Michigan residents with Polish ties. It supports a range of creative and
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$2,000
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Mitchell Fine Arts Scholarship

Fastweb | Deadline: 2026-04-24
Awards support creative expression in fine arts including music and performing arts for eligible Michigan residents. Funds creative and cultural studi
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$2,000
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Greek Women's University Club National Music Competition

Greek Women's University Club | Deadline: 2026-04-26
National music competition offering $1,000 award for music performers.
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$1,000
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The Music Center's Spotlight

The Music Center | Deadline: 2026-05-04
Scholarship and arts training program providing $100,000 in annual cash scholarships. Includes personalized feedback, master classes with renowned art
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$100,000
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William Smith Scholarship

Smith Family via Bold.org | Deadline: 2026-05-23
This scholarship honors William Smith by supporting passionate music students. It aims to help them pursue their musical ambitions.
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$3,000
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William Smith Scholarship

Smith Family | Deadline: 2026-05-23
Honors the life of William Smith by supporting students pursuing music careers.
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$3,000
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NSHSS Performing Arts: Music Scholarship

National Society of High School Scholars | Deadline: 2026-05-31
Two annual awards for NSHSS members pursuing music in higher education. Applicants must submit a ~5-minute performance video, ~500-word essay, recomme
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$1,000
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Musical Arts Scholarship

Musical Arts | Deadline: 2026-06-01
Scholarship for young musicians aged 17-24 pursuing music as a major or minor. Performance video submission required for eligibility.
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$10,000
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Musical Arts Scholarship

Fastweb | Deadline: 2026-06-01
Supports young musicians with performance talent. Award based on video submission for music majors or minors.
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$10,000
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Singhaus Scholarship for the Performing Arts

Singhaus | Deadline: 2026-06-13
Award for students with artistic talent in performing arts. Recognizes excellence in theater and performance studies.
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$2,000
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Singhaus Scholarship for the Performing Arts

Scholarships.com | Deadline: 2026-06-13
Supports performing arts students with a focus on music and related fields. Awarded based on artistic merit.
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$2,000
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Mary Bowman Arts in Activism Award

Mary Bowman Foundation | Deadline: 2026-06-30
Supports students in performing arts who demonstrate dedication to activism. Recognizes the intersection of artistic expression and social change.
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$5,000
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Concert Artists Scholarship

Kean University | Deadline: 2026-06-30
Merit- and talent-based award for students demonstrating exceptional musical ability.
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Not specified
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Glenn Miller Birthplace Society Scholarship

Glenn Miller Birthplace Society
Competitive music scholarship with first prize of $3,000, second prize of $2,000, and third prize of $1,000. Applicants submit videos and top performe
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$1,000
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Big Arts Performing and Creative Arts Scholarship

BIG ARTS
Award program encouraging artistic development in students. Available to both prospective and current college students pursuing creative fields.
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Varies
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Mary Doctor Performing Arts Scholarship Fund

Blumenthal Performing Arts
Annually renewable scholarships of up to $10,000 each awarded to two Charlotte area high school seniors. Established in honor of Mary Doctor, a suppor
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$10,000
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Curtis Mayfield Performing Arts Scholarship

Curtis Mayfield Foundation
Established in 2000 to ensure African-American and Black students pursuing performing arts degrees receive financial assistance. Covers diverse perfor
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Varies
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Glenn Miller Birthplace Society Scholarship

Glenn Miller Birthplace Society via NAfME
Top prizes for instrumentalists and vocalists after video uploads and festival competition. 2026 details forthcoming.
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$1,000
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Arts for Life! Scholarship

Arts for Life! | Deadline: Not specified
Annually awards $1,000 scholarships to 25 Florida high school seniors recognizing creativity and artistic talent.
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$1,000
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BIG ARTS 2026 Performing & Creative Arts Scholarship

BIG ARTS
Scholarships awarded after thorough assessment to encourage artistic development. Funds may be used for tuition, books, art supplies, and equipment fo
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$2,500
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YoungArts

YoungArts
Individual awards up to $10,000 available for music students. 2027 application opens in summer 2026.
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$10,000
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Saint Mary’s Performing Arts Scholarship

Saint Mary's College of California | Deadline: null
Renewable scholarship for select incoming freshmen showing excellence in performing arts. Covers Dance, Music, or Theatre majors/minors.
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$5,000
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NSHSS Performing Arts: Music Scholarship

National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) | Deadline: null
Awards three $2,000 scholarships to top performers to support continuing their music studies and sharing their art. Applicants submit a short video pe
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$2,000
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many arts & performing arts scholarships are available?

SwiftScholarships currently lists 28 arts & performing arts scholarships. Our database is updated daily with new opportunities.

What is the average arts & performing arts scholarship amount?

Award amounts vary widely, from under $1,000 to over $25,000. Browse individual listings to see exact amounts and eligibility requirements.

When are the deadlines for arts & performing arts scholarships?

Deadlines vary by scholarship. We sort by closest deadline first so you never miss an opportunity. Check each listing for specific dates.

Do I need a specific GPA for arts & performing arts scholarships?

GPA requirements vary. Some arts & performing arts scholarships have no GPA requirement at all. Read each scholarship's eligibility details for specifics.

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