Carol and Jonathan Price Memorial Fine Arts Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by The Fly Arts Center
The Carol and Jonathan Price Memorial Fine Arts Scholarship
Overview
The Bedford County Arts Council awards an annual $1,000 scholarship to a deserving high school senior who intends to pursue a college degree in the arts. This award supports studies in Visual Arts, Creative Writing, Music, Theatrical Arts, or Dance.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be high school seniors attending any high school in Bedford County, Tennessee.
- Candidates who are not residents of Bedford County, TN will not be considered.
- Applicants must plan to enroll in a post-secondary program leading to a degree in one of the specified artistic fields.
Important date
- Application deadline: March 15 each year.
Payment condition
- Scholarship funds will be released only after the recipient provides proof of enrollment in an accredited post-secondary institution.
Application requirements
To be considered, submit a complete online application plus all of the following materials:
1. Artistic resume — A list of your artistic activities, classes, and honors. For each entry include the title of the work/project, your role (if applicable), the completion date, and any associated organization. Attach to your online submission.
2. Personal essay — Up to 750 words describing what the arts have meant to you and how they influenced your goals. Attach to your online submission.
3. Recommendation — One recommendation from a teacher or coach in the artistic area for which you are applying (Visual Arts, Creative Writing, Music, Theater, or Dance). The recommender may use the provided recommendation form or submit a letter.
4. Work samples/portfolio — Examples that showcase your best work. Acceptable formats include digital images of visual art, writing samples, and audio or video recordings. Attach these materials to your online application.
5. Completed online application form.
Notes
- Ensure every required component is attached to the online form by the March 15 deadline.
- Enrollment verification must be submitted before scholarship funds are disbursed.