2026 Scholarship for the Arts

2026 Scholarship for the Arts

Brought to you by the Annapolis Arts Alliance
Thank you for your interest in the Annapolis Arts Alliance scholarship program!

The Annapolis Arts Alliance will award up to four $2,500 scholarships to Anne Arundel County graduating seniors (including homeschool and GED students) pursuing a degree in the arts.

Important Dates:
- Online application deadline: April 12, 2026
- Mailed applications: Must be postmarked by April 14, 2026
- Awards announced: May 6, 2026
Please review the Eligibility Requirements before starting your application. Take your time and complete all sections. NOTE: Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are required.

Questions? Contact Terry Bydume at tbydume@annapolis-arts-alliance.com.
- Applicants must meet the following qualifications to be considered for a scholarship:
  - Resides in Anne Arundel County
  - Is under the age of 20
  - Is a graduating high school senior from a Maryland high school (traditional or homeschool), or has obtained/is obtaining a GED in Maryland
  - Maintains a minimum 2.5 unweighted GPA (traditional HS and homeschool students only)
  - Has applied to an accredited post-secondary institution (community college, college, or university)
  - Plans to major in the arts. Art majors include visual, studio, performing, design, media, digital, decorative, creative, management, and architecture.
  NOTE: Children and grandchildren of the AAA Board of Directors are not eligible to apply for this scholarship.

Section 1 - Applicant Information
Applicant Name*

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
To confirm you are under the age of 20.
Applicant Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Confirmation of Residency
I certify that I am a resident of Anne Arundel County, Maryland*

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Section 2: Educational Background
What Type of Student Are You?*

Traditional High School StudentHomeschool StudentGED Recipient/Student
School/Program Name*
Traditional HS: School name / Homeschool: Program name or 'Homeschool' / GED: 'GED Program' or N/A"
High School Address (Optional for homeschool/GED students)*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Current Grade*
Expected Graduation Year*
Year GED Completed/Will Be Completed*
Anticipated College Major*
Colleges & Universities Applied To

Section 3: Academic Record
Please provide your transcript information below. Official transcripts will be requested for all finalists before final awards are made.
SAT Reading & Writing*
SAT Math*
Unweighted GPA*
Class Percentile Rank*
Class Size*

Section 4: Activities & Involvement
Work Experience (If applicable)
Academic Achievements & Extracurricular Activities (past 4 years)
NOTE: List honors/AP classes, arts involvement, extracurriculars, hobbies, and family responsibilities.
Community Service Activities
NOTE: List all community service activities (church, school, community), including any involving the arts.

Section 5: Personal Statements
Goals & Educational Path*

NOTE: Write a statement describing your career or life goals and how your education plans will help you achieve your goal. (Max: 100 words))0/100
What Art Means To You*

NOTE: Write a statement describing how are influences your life. (Min: 100 words / Max: 500 words)0/500

Section 6: Certification
I certify that the above information is true and correct ot the best of my knowledge and represents my current academic standing.*

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2026 Scholarship for the Arts

Section 1 - Applicant Information

Confirmation of Residency

Section 2: Educational Background

Section 3: Academic Record

Section 4: Activities & Involvement

Section 5: Personal Statements

Section 6: Certification