The Women’s Caucus for Art of Greater Washington, DC (WCADC) Visual Arts Scholarship recognizes artistic excellence among 12th grade female-identifying Black, Indigenous, Persons of Color (BIPOC), enrolled in a high school within the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia. Students will apply online and upload original compositions, process folios, and other required documentation. Students can request the help of a Mentor from the Women’s Caucus of Art to do a portfolio review and or assistance with the application process.
Scholarship Details
- Award amount ranges from $2,000 to $5,000
- Includes a 1-year student membership to the WCA/DC chapter
- Top 5 applicants will participate in an art exhibition
- Scholarship funds are transferred directly to the educational institution
Eligibility Criteria
- 12th grade female-identifying BIPOC students in DC, MD, or VA high schools
- Female-identifying BIPOC first and second-year college students in a visual arts program
- Plans to attend a 2 or 4-year college or university as a Visual Arts major
- Must be a U.S. citizen and have attended school in DC, MD, or VA for the past two years
Application Process
- Apply online starting November 1st, with a deadline of April 30th
- Upload original artworks, process folios, and required documentation
- Option to request mentorship from a WCA member for portfolio review and application assistance
Scholarship funds with a 1-year student membership to the WCA/DC chapter will be awarded at the art exhibition. WCADC will make the necessary arrangements to transfer the scholarship funds directly to the college or university of the student’s choice.