Oogie Art Scholarship Program

Oogie Art is dedicated to empowering the next generation of creatives through two highly selective scholarship initiatives. These awards are designed to support outstanding young artists who demonstrate exceptional potential, academic achievement, and financial need.



Each year, these scholarships honor students who exhibit unwavering dedication to their artistic growth. Recipients are selected based on the strength of their portfolios, their academic excellence, and their active engagement within the art community.

  • Oogie Art Young Visionaries Scholarship (Need-Based)

  • Oogie Art Merit Scholarship (Nomination-Based)

Young Visionaries Art Scholarship
(Need-Based)


Eligibility:

  • Current high school students in grades 11–12

  • Household of 4: annual income must be below $60,000

  • Minimum GPA of 3.6

  • Must submit a copy of the most recent transcript or an official letter from a guidance counselor verifying GPA

Application Deadline: January 1 of each year

Scholarship Awards:
Two prizes
(one awarded per grade: 11th and 12th grade)

Scholarship Benefits:

  • One full year of portfolio preparation (two times per week during Spring and Fall semesters)

  • 8-week Summer Intensive Program

  • All of our classes are available both online and in person

  • Professional portfolio photography and documentation

  • Full college application mentorship and guidance

  • Certificate of Completion

Attendance Policy for Scholarship Recipients
To receive the Certificate of Completion, scholarship recipients must meet Oogie Art’s minimum attendance requirements:

  • No more than three absences are permitted during the scholarship program period.

  • Any missed classes (up to three) must be made up within the semester to remain in good standing.

  • Failure to meet this requirement will result in disqualification from the scholarship program and ineligibility to receive the Certificate of Completion.

Additional Requirements:

  • Your most recent 10 artworks

  • Upload a personal essay (open theme, max 250 words)

  • Submit financial documentation (first two pages of IRS 1040 tax return)

  • Interview required for selected applicants

Merit
Scholarship
(Nomination-Based)


Eligibility:

  • Current high school students in grades 9–12 (before the start of the Summer Semester)

  • GPA of 3.8+ (unweighted) or 95/100+

  • Must be nominated by Oogie Art instructors

Nomination Criteria:

  • Consistent dedication inside and outside of class

  • Active engagement in creating work beyond assignments

  • Frequently seeking feedback

  • Recognized by external awards, competitions, or institutions

  • Students cannot request nomination; it is based on instructor evaluation

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

Scholarship Award: One prize

Scholarship Benefits:

  • Participation in the 2–4 week Summer Intensive Program (online and/or in person)

  • Professional portfolio photography and documentation

  • Full college application mentorship and guidance

  • Certificate of Completion

Additional Requirements:

  • Upload sketchbook

  • Upload a personal essay (open theme, max 250 words)

Requirements & Selection Process (Both Scholarships)

  • All recipients must be based in the United States

  • All recipients must volunteer a minimum of 2 hours per week at Oogie Art (administrative or teaching support)

  • Must maintain good academic standing, attend all scheduled classes, and actively participate in Oogie Art programs

  • Application fee: None

Young Visionaries Art Scholarship
Merit Scholarship