Value of Award: Books up to a maximum of $500 per semester according to course schedule

Governor's School for the Arts Participants Scholarships:

Eligibility Criteria:

1. GSA alumni;
2. Admission to Kentucky State University as a first-time, first-year student or eligible transfer student, and
3. A declared major in Studio Art, Music, Music Performance, or Music Education.

GSA Scholarships are awarded for a maximum of four years (eight consecutive semesters) and may be extended in consideration of the satisfactory pursuit of the Bachelor's degree. The award requires the maintenance of a 3.25 cumulative GPA for renewal.

In order to qualify for any scholarships at Kentucky State University, students must complete and meet the appropriate admission and scholarship requirements, processes and deadlines. Students must additionally complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and clearly indicate Kentucky State University as a report recipient.

Value of Award

Full-Tuition ($32,000 approximate value annually)

Number Awarded: 5

Deadline: Rolling

Award Notice: Open until 5 awarded prior to May 15

Studio Art Scholarships

Art Area Scholarships are provided to students with demonstrated talent in the visual arts who intend to major in Studio Art.

Value of Award

$1,000 full-time students (or amount dependent on funding and number of qualified students)

$750 if enrolled as a part-time student

First Year Eligibility Criteria

1. Admission to the University
2. Present a portfolio
3. 2.75 overall high school GPA
4. Major in Studio Art
5. Completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and report submission to Kentucky State University
6. Continuing Student Eligibility Criteria (for students who did not receive an Art Area Scholarship as entering freshman)
1. Present a portfolio
2. Be nominated by a faculty member

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