The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is the only college in the nation that gives all of its students full-ride scholarships. For this reason, it is more competitive than Harvard to get into. It has launched the careers of numerous successful artists. Notable alumni include Nick Mauss, Donald Baechler, Eva Hesse and R.B. Kitaj.
Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
30 Cooper Square
New York, NY 10003-7120
212-353-4100
cooper.edu
In 2009, the California College of the Arts awarded more than $19 million in financial aid. The college publicly acknowledges that qualified students get full-ride scholarships. Some of the school's more popular programs include film, animation, ceramics and sculpture. The school has campuses in both San Francisco and Oakland.
California College of the Arts
5212 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94618-1426
510-594-3600
1111 Eighth St.
San Francisco, CA 94107-2247
415-703-9500
cca.edu
The Maryland Institute College of Art is another institution known for giving out full-ride scholarships based on merit as well as need. The college is known for registering a high number of presidential scholars in the visual arts.
Maryland Institute College of Art
1300 W. Mount Royal Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21217
410-669-9200
mica.edu
SCAD offers degree programs in film and television, sculpture, painting, performing arts and service design, among other areas. Select students attending the Savannah College of Art and Design are awarded full-tuition scholarships for all four years. It should be noted, however, that these scholarships do not include the cost of supplies, room and board. If you want to compete for one of these scholarships, you should have an excellent academic record (including high test scores) and an impressive portfolio.
Savannah College of Art and Design
22 E. Lathrop Ave.
Savannah, GA 31415
800-869-7223
scad.edu