Great Khalid Foundation Performing Arts Scholarship
Theatre scholarship guide
Applications are currently closed. The most recent deadline on record is May 15, 2026. Check the sponsor website for the next application cycle.
Scholarship details
- Funder
- The Great Khalid Foundation
- Study level
- High School
- Scholarship type
- Nationwide
- Opens
- Deadline
- (Closed)
- Typical award size
- Varies (foundation reports $110,000+ awarded historically)
- Website
- Learn more
Eligibility criteria
High school seniors pursuing higher education in a performing arts program; merit-based on academics and artistic ability. Typically requires ~3.5+ GPA and acceptance/verification from a performing arts college program.
Application steps
- Complete Great Khalid Foundation scholarship application.
- Submit transcript, essay, and video performance.
- Provide acceptance/verification letter from a performing arts program.
- Meet May deadline.
Required materials
- Application form
- High school transcript (3.5+ GPA)
- Written essay
- Video performance
- Acceptance/verification letter from performing arts program
Overview
The Great Khalid Foundation Performing Arts Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship awarded to high school seniors pursuing higher education in a performing arts program. Students are recognized for their academic achievements and artistic ability. Since its inception, The Great Khalid Foundation has awarded $110,000 in scholarships. To be considered for the Performing Arts Scholarship, high school seniors must submit: Completed scholarship application form High school transcript demonstrating a 3.5 GPA or higher Written essay Video performance Acceptance letter / letter of verification from a Performing Arts college or university program
Past recipients
High school seniors named by The Great Khalid Foundation