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PINC (Poverty Is Not a Choice) Scholarship

PINC (Poverty Is Not a Choice) Scholarship

Applicable For:

Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students

Max Award Amount:

$3,000

Application Deadline:

15/03/2024
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About This Scholarship

The PINC (Poverty Is Not a Choice) Scholarship awards $3,000 to an arts-majoring senior or graduate of a Lancaster County high school, whether it is public, private, or home-schooled. Students that attend home schools are preferred. You must exhibit great financial need and have an EFC of less than $5,000 in order to be eligible.

The PINC Scholarship is available to Lancaster County, Nebraska residents who are either current graduating seniors or recent graduates of public or private high schools (including home schools). Homeschooled students will be given preference. The applicant must plan to pursue music or the arts as a major in college.

Eligibility Criteria For PINC (Poverty Is Not a Choice) Scholarship

Here are some common eligibility factors that may apply to arts scholarships:

  • Artistic Discipline: Scholarships in the arts typically target specific artistic disciplines such as visual arts, performing arts (including music, dance, theater), film, creative writing, or other artistic mediums. The scholarship may require applicants to be pursuing a degree or major in one of these fields.
  • Portfolio or Audition: Many arts scholarships require applicants to submit a portfolio or participate in an audition to showcase their artistic abilities. The portfolio or audition serves as a demonstration of the applicant’s skills, creativity, and potential in their chosen artistic discipline.
  • Academic Achievement: While the primary focus of arts scholarships is typically on artistic talent, some scholarships may also consider academic performance. This may include maintaining a minimum GPA or meeting specific academic standards set by the scholarship provider.
  • Enrolled Status: Scholarships may be available to high school seniors planning to pursue an arts-related degree or current undergraduate students. Some scholarships may have restrictions based on the applicant’s level of study, such as first-year students, second-year students, etc.
  • Essay or Personal Statement: Many scholarship applications require applicants to submit an essay or personal statement. This provides an opportunity for applicants to discuss their artistic journey, inspirations, goals, and how the scholarship would support their artistic aspirations.

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