I'm an international student passionate about fashion design and planning to study in the US. What scholarships should I consider, and where can I find more info on scholarships for fashion design students?
There's definitely a good selection of scholarships for international students pursuing fashion design in the U.S. Here are a few to explore:
1. YMA Fashion Scholarship Fund: The Fashion Scholarship Fund, or FSF, offers scholarships to students interested in pursuing careers in fashion and related industries. To apply, students must submit a case study project. The FSF also provides mentorship and internship opportunities along with their scholarships.
2. Fluevog Creative Design Scholarship: Offered by the designer footwear brand Fluevog, this scholarship encourages creative thinking and design innovation. Students must submit a pair of shoe designs to be considered. Applicants of all nationalities are eligible.
3. Humane Society’s Cool vs. Cruel Fashion Design Scholarship: The Humane Society partners with the Art Institutes to award scholarships to students who submit the best redesigns of a runway look that originally used fur.
4. Cotton Inc. CottonWorks™ Design Scholarship: This scholarship benefits students who are able to create innovative designs using cotton fabrics.
Remember, many universities and colleges also offer scholarships or financial aid packages specifically for international students, so when picking your schools, look at their individual financial aid pages for more information.
Also, there are numerous databases where you can search for scholarships based on your situation and interests. For example, you might find Appily useful, since it provides extensive scholarship information updated by universities and organizations worldwide. Just remember to check the eligibility requirements carefully as the availability may vary for international students.
Keep an eye out for portfolio submission dates if the scholarship requires an art portfolio! Good luck with your search!
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