AIGA Worldstudio Scholarships (for visual and graphic arts)
Theatre scholarship guide
Applications are currently closed. The most recent deadline on record is May 6, 2026. Check the sponsor website for the next application cycle.
Scholarship details
- Funder
- AIGA / Worldstudio / D×D
- Study level
- Undergraduate / Graduate
- Scholarship type
- Nationwide
- Opens
- Deadline
- (Closed)
- Typical award size
- $2,500–$3,000 (top awards up to $5,000)
- Website
- Learn more
Eligibility criteria
U.S. citizens or permanent residents (Green Card) enrolled full-time at an accredited U.S. college/university for the award year with a 3.0+ GPA, financial need, and a concentration in communication/graphic design, illustration, or photography. Demonstrated commitment to social/environmental responsibility; diversity factors considered. AI-generated portfolio work not eligible.
Application steps
- Confirm eligible discipline and financial-need eligibility.
- Apply via the AIGA Worldstudio D×D scholarship portal when open (typically Feb–May).
- Upload portfolio samples, self-portrait, statement of purpose, and financial-aid documentation approved by a financial aid officer.
- Request recommendation letters by the letter deadline.
Required materials
- Online application
- Portfolio work samples (no AI-generated art)
- Written statement of purpose
- Financial aid information
- Letter(s) of recommendation
- Proof of enrollment/GPA
Past recipients
More than 840 students awarded since 1995 (over $1.4 million total); names published periodically by AIGA/D×D
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