FAQ: CBC Spouses Performing and Visual Arts Scholarships
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1. Who is eligible to apply for CBC Spouses Performing and Visual Arts Scholarships?
African American and Black graduating high school seniors; scholars pursuing an undergraduate, graduate or doctoral degree in performing or visual arts.
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2. What is the monetary award for these scholarships?
Performing Arts: 10 applicants will be selected to receive an award of $5,000.
Visual Arts: 10 applicants will be selected to receive an award of $5,000. -
3. How are the Performing and Visual Arts awards disbursed?
Both awards are disbursed in the full amount once for the academic year directly to the academic institution of attendance. The award will be evenly divided between the fall and spring semesters.
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4. To apply for the CBC Spouses Performing and Visual Arts do I have to be a constituent of a Congressional Black Caucus Member’s district?
No. The CBC Spouses Performing and Visual Arts scholarships are open to all applicants pursuing a degree focused on a career in performing or visual arts. Please review eligibility requirements prior to applying.
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5. Is the CBC Spouses Performing and Visual Arts awards renewable?
The CBC Spouses Performing and Visual Arts awards are not renewable. Each year eligibility requirements must be met along with the submission of an application and required documents.