TATP Spring 2025 Scholarship Application

Teaching Artist Training Program Spring 2025 Scholarship Application
This application should be filled out in addition to the program application located here. Scholarship applications submitted without a program application will not be considered. The Mark Morris Dance Group provides a limited number of full and partial, need-based scholarships per program term. Applications are accepted until December 2, 2024 at 6:00pm.
*ALL INFORMATION IS CONFIDENTIAL*
*Scholarship forms submitted without

the program application form will not be considered*
Confirm your eligibility by checking all that apply:

I am a dancer in training or a professional dancer with an interest in a career in dance educationMy annual gross income is equal to or below 225% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) - https://aspe.hhs.gov/topics/poverty-economic-mobility/poverty-guidelinesI am 18 years old or older
Name*

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
E-mail*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Employer Name*
Employer Phone *

Area CodePhone Number
Employer Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Total Annual Household Income*
Before Taxes
Number of Dependents*
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Unusual Expenses*
Medical, etc.
I attest all information is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that MMDG has the right to corroborate my statements by requesting a copy of Page 1 of my Federal Income Tax Return.
Electronic Signature:*
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Date*
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who is eligible?

Professional and professional-track dancers are eligible based on financial need, determined based on income and household size.

Do I have to live in New York to qualify?

No! There are no residency restrictions. Applications from international participants are also welcome.

How many applicants are accepted per term?

10 teaching artist trainees are accepted for the program in total. Please note: There are a limited number of full and partial scholarships available.

How do I calculate my income?
1. Identify all of your sources of income.
  - Income from employment (W-2 or 1099)
  - Income from self-employment
  - Income from other sources
  - Examples
    
    A paycheck - weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly
    
    Tips in cash at each shift
    
    Any kind of weekly or monthly payment, such as child support, pension, or unemployment benefits
    
    Annual Bonus
2. Convert wages into yearly totals.
  - Hourly wages from an employer (before taxes and other deductions are taken out)
  - Gross income on a pay stub (paid weekly, every two weeks, etc.)
  - Net income earned from self-employment (after business and other expenses are taken out)
3. Add income from all sources together to get your total annual income.
How do I determine family size or who should be included in my household?

Members of your household include:
- Spouse
- Registered domestic partner
- Dependents
- Joint tax filler
Independent roommated or friends staying with you do not make up your household for tax or income reporting purposes, unless you claim them as dependents.

For additional questions not answered about, please call Calvin Rollins or Bianca Golden at 718-624-8400. Submission of an application does not guarantee aid will be granted.

Scholarships are made possible, in part, through the generous contributions from Friends of MMDG.
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Teaching Artist Training Program Spring 2025 Scholarship Application

*ALL INFORMATION IS CONFIDENTIAL*

ALL INFORMATION IS CONFIDENTIAL