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Romare Bearden Scholarships 

Two (2) Romare Bearden Scholarships are awarded annually to students enrolled in the HSA College Prep Program, through the Visual Arts Department at the Harlem School of the Arts (HSA).  These scholarships provide the opportunity to learn technical skills necessary to compete for post-secondary study and career development.

Scholarships are administrated by HSA through the College Prep Program, Visual Arts Track. Scholarships include tuition, registration and materials fees are awarded annually to financially needy students who demonstrate a great interest and sincere passion for the visual arts. Continued support is available for up to three (3) years.

Initial criterion for consideration requires that applicants must:

• maintain at least a B+ average in High School;
• have a strong interest in pursuing a career in the Visual Arts;
• demonstrate financial need*;
• be available to commit  attend art course on Saturdays, September-May and approximately two other weekdays (after school);
• commit to attend other HSA College Prep events and workshops.

Bearden scholarship recipients are also eligible to participate in artistic development programming, including field trips to other local cultural organizations, and are encouraged to participate in the Foundation’s professional development workshops.

For more information for applying for the Romare Bearden Scholarship, please contact us.