I'm considering a graphic design major and want to get an early start on scholarship applications. Do any scholarships cater specifically to incoming college freshmen pursuing graphic design?
Absolutely, there are many scholarships tailored specifically for incoming college freshmen interested in Graphic Design. Here are a few examples:
1. The Against the Grain Production's Artistic Scholarship: This scholarship awards $1,000 to a student pursuing an arts degree, including graphic design. To qualify, you must be of at least 25% Asian heritage and have a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
2. The Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation (PGSF) Scholarship: This foundation provides scholarships for students interested in careers in the graphics industry, including graphic design freshmen. Depending on your academic achievements, this scholarship could provide up to $5,000 annually.
3. Worldstudio AIGA Scholarships: This merit-based scholarship focuses on minority and economically disadvantaged students who are studying art and design, including graphic design, and are entering as college freshman.
Keep in mind that the application criteria, deadlines, and scholarship amounts can vary significantly for each of these, so make sure to check out their official sites for the most accurate information. In addition, remember to have your portfolio ready as some of these scholarships will likely require a display of your talent and potential in graphic design work. Good luck with your scholarship search!
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