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Portfolio Grant

Note: To qualify for the Portfolio Grant Scholarship, you must be an applicant to Academy of Art University and must start your degree in the Summer semester. Click here to apply to Academy of Art University.

Portfolio Grant Description

The Portfolio Grant program is offered to first-time Academy of Art University students who enroll full-time in our degree-seeking or certificate programs for Summer and Fall Semesters. Recipients of the Portfolio Grant may enroll in courses offered on campus or online.

Award Levels

A limited number of tuition grants are available awarding up to 100 percent of tuition costs for Summer Semester. Recipients are responsible for all fees, including application, registration, lab, supplies, room, board, and any other expenses. Those receiving partial tuition grants are responsible for the difference in cost to meet the full tuition requirements. Grants are not transferable or redeemable for cash. Grant recipients may apply for Federal Financial Aid in conjunction with a Portfolio Grant. Please be advised that applicants who want financial aid must complete a FAFSA Application, which is available at www.fafsa.ed.gov

Eligibility Requirements

This program is open to first-time Academy of Art University students who meet the following criteria:

• First-time Academy of Art University student.
• Enrolled in two on-campus or online classes (6 units) for Summer Semester and four classes (12 units) for Fall Semester. Grant only applies to Summer Semester classes. Additional classes can be taken at recipient's expense.
• Degree seeking (AA, BFA, 2nd Degree BFA or 4 year Certificate program).

Prior Academy of Art University Pre-college Art Experience participants are encouraged to apply.

Requirements for Summer Portfolio Grant

• Fill out the Academy of Art University Admissions application and pay the $100 fee (nonrefundable).
• Submit a one-page Letter of Intent stating why you have chosen Academy of Art University.
• Submit a portfolio containing six to eight pieces of work.
  
• Click here to send application materials.
• Deadline for Application: June 1, 2009. Early application is recommended, as grant availability is limited.

Next Steps

• You will receive email notification upon receipt of completed application.
• If awarded, you will receive an award letter in the mail and will be required to register for both Summer and Fall semesters by the stated deadline to accept the Scholarship.

Curriculum

All Summer Semester courses are available to grant recipients, although prerequisites may be required. To view areas of academic study and course offerings, visit www.academyart.edu, or call 1-800-544-2787 to request our catalog and schedule of classes. To view our online course offerings, visit http://online.academyart.edu.

Our Summer Semester dates are: June 15 - August 5, 2009.

Campus Housing

Summer Campus Housing is available in Academy of Art University facilities located in downtown San Francisco. A separate housing application is required; it can be found at www.academyart.edu or requested by calling 1-800-544-2787 or 415-618-6335.