The Mary Doctor Fine Arts Scholarship Fund, established in honor of Mary Doctor, supports high school seniors from the Charlotte region with significant financial need and exceptional potential in the arts. Each year, up to two students are awarded scholarships of up to $40,000 to pursue undergraduate degrees in an arts discipline.
Scholarship Details
- Scholarships of up to $40,000 for undergraduate arts education
- Supports students with financial need and strong artistic ability
- Recipients must plan to pursue a degree in an arts discipline (e.g., music, dance, theatre, arts administration, etc.)
- Open to high school seniors in qualifying Charlotte-area counties
- Administered by the Mary Doctor Fine Arts Scholarship Committee
Eligibility Criteria
- Significant financial need
- Above-average ability and strong interest in one or more arts disciplines
- Potential for a successful career in the arts
- Commitment to enriching the lives of others through the arts
- Acceptance to a university or college with an established arts program
- Reside in one of the qualifying Charlotte-area counties
Application Process
- Submit the scholarship application by the deadline of March 10.
- Receive application status notice and schedule audition/portfolio presentation slots by March 31.
- Participate in audition and portfolio presentations on April 9.
- Await award recipient notification by April 11.
The Mary Doctor Fine Arts Scholarship is an exceptional opportunity to support your artistic aspirations while enriching the lives of others through the arts. Apply now to take advantage of this transformative support for your education and career in the arts.