Scholarships

There are many ways in which to help fund your education including scholarships offered through the department, the college, the university and from outside sources.

Department of Art Scholarships

Antoniou Memorial Art Fund
may be awarded to a Junior or Senior BFA major with a 3.0 GPA who is able to demonstrate financial need. This scholarship is to help pay for the cost of art supplies and can be renewed.

Ayamara Castillo Art Service Award
is a scholarship which is made possible by a generous donation from the family and friends of Ayamara Castillo to Eastern Kentucky University. Ms. Castillo was, in addition to being a talented art student, one who generously gave of her time to the service of the Art Department, serving as a member and president of the Art Student Asssociation.

The award is given to a deserving student majoring in art at EKU who, like Ayamara, has exhibited scholarship, leadership and service to the Art Department and Community. Applications are available in the Art Department Office. Award amounts may vary from year to year.

Christina Lynn-Thurman Memorial Art Scholarship
may be awarded to a BFA major with a 3.0 GPA (Art areas only) who is employed on or off campus.Prioroty given to Photography & Metals students.

To apply for the above scholarships, please fill out an Application. Application packets must arrive in Campbell 309 no later that March 18.

College of Arts and Sciences Scholarships

Art majors may also apply for the following scholarships which are awarded by the University of behalf of College of Arts and Sciences.

John McMillian Long Endowed Scholarship
which may be awarded to a full-time student majoring in: Art, Music, Theatre, English, Foreign Languages, History, Art History, Music History, Speech Communication, Philosophy , or Religion and who have a 3.0 GPA or above and who demonstrate performance accomplishments and potential.
Apply for this scholarship through the university Scholarships Office.

University Scholarships

Eastern Kentucky University awards scholarships to a number of students which are either merit based or need based. Visit the Scholarships Office to see if you may be eligible to apply for a scholarship through EKU.

Scholarships Funded Outside of the University

Many corporations, agencies and government entites also help to fund students through scholarships. Contact our Scholarship Office or visit their webpage on Searching for Scholarships Online to help you in your search to find funding for your education.