Scholarship Award:
• Two (2) scholarships of $5,000.00 for the Netta Jackson Simek Emerging Artist Scholarship and James Bradfield Fine Arts Scholarship.
• Two to Three (2-3) scholarships of $3,000.00 for the College Arts Scholarship.
• These scholarships support students studying in arts, culture, and heritage fields. This includes, but is not limited to, applicants seeking further education in performing arts, culinary arts, visual arts, film, writing, history, and music.
Eligibility:
• High school seniors graduating between May and August of 2025,
• Attending an accredited university or college (including Blinn) with a course of study in the arts, culture, or heritage fields, and
• Area residents of the seven counties of the Brazos Valley: Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Leon, Madison, Robertson, and Washington.
• The Netta Jackson Simek Emerging Artist Scholarship will be given to one innovative female student.
• James Bradfield Fine Arts Scholarship will be given to an individual with a focus on music or performing arts.
Questions and correspondence should be directed to Hailey Mallett, Marketing Manager, at hailey@acbv.org or (979) 696-2787.
Applications must be completed by 5 PM on Friday, March 21, 2025. Late, incomplete, or unmarked applications will not be considered.
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
• Completed application form (including the one-page essay)
• At least 3 photo or video samples of your work (can include photography, digital art, film, painting, video of performing arts, sculpture, ceramics, writing, poetry, recorded music, etc.) or other supporting materials you think may be helpful in reviewing your application. Please do not send originals, as materials will not be returned.
• At least one and up to three letters of recommendation from teachers.