Are you a student of color looking for financial support to continue your artistic education? The Syvilla Fort Scholarship 2025 at Cornish College of the Arts is now open for applications! This prestigious scholarship honors Syvilla Fort, the first person of color to enroll at Cornish in 1932, and continues her legacy by empowering diverse voices in the Music and Dance departments.

This merit-based and need-based scholarship provides funding to returning students of color at Cornish who exhibit academic excellence and financial need, ensuring that talented artists receive the support they need to thrive.

Overview of the Syvilla Fort Scholarship

The Syvilla Fort Scholarship Fund was created to:
Support diversity in the arts.
Provide financial aid to students of color.
Encourage artistic excellence at Cornish College of the Arts.
Each year, at least two scholarships are awarded to qualified returning students who meet the eligibility requirements.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Syvilla Fort Scholarship 2025, applicants must:
Be a returning student at Cornish College of the Arts.
Identify as a student of color.
Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Demonstrate financial need as determined by FAFSA.

How to Apply for the Syvilla Fort Scholarship

Eligible students must submit their applications through the official Cornish College Scholarship Portal.

Application Link: Apply Here

Application Timeline

Application Opens: February 1, 2025
Deadline for Submission: March 1, 2025
Committee Evaluation: 2nd Week of March 2025
Scholarship Decisions Announced: April 1, 2025
Awardees Notified: April 18, 2025

About Cornish College of the Arts

Founded in 1914, Cornish College of the Arts is a leading institution offering:
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degrees in visual and performing arts.
Bachelor of Music (BM) degrees in various disciplines.
Year-round extension programs and public arts initiatives.

Cornish was established by Nellie Cornish, whose mission was to foster creativity, experimentation, and interdisciplinary learning. Today, the college remains committed to providing students with an innovative and inclusive artistic education.

FAQs About the Syvilla Fort Scholarship

1. Who can apply for this scholarship?

• Returning students of color at Cornish College of the Arts with a 3.0 GPA or higher and demonstrated financial need.

2. What expenses does the scholarship cover?

• The scholarship provides financial aid, but the exact amount varies each year based on available funding and the number of recipients.

3. Can I apply if I am a new student?

• No, the Syvilla Fort Scholarship is only available to returning students at Cornish College of the Arts.

4. How are scholarship recipients selected?

• A selection committee reviews applications based on academic achievement, financial need, and artistic potential.