Applicants must be 2025 graduating high school senior who resides in Medina County, who has been actively involved in the arts during high school (this includes, but is not limited to, film, visual arts, writing, and performing arts - dance, music and theater arts) and who will continue their education at a technical school, a 2-year or 4-year institution, or training/certification for employment in an arts-related career.

This scholarship is to be used for continuing education in a technical school, a 2-year or 4-year institution, or training/certification for employment in an arts-related career.

MCAC Scholarships are to be used toward tuition, books, or other school supplies.

When proof of acceptance and enrollment have been verified by the selection committee, the money shall be paid directly to the institution.

The scholarship must be used during the school year immediately following the award.

• Submissions must be completed online. Only complete applications will be considered. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. on March 15, 2025.

• Declaration of a major in some form of the arts is required to be eligible for this scholarship this year.

• Student must electronically submit a current transcript from their school. While submitting a transcript is required, a minimum GPA is not a criterion to be eligible for this scholarship. Rather than recognizing the best academic student, our intention is to support a student who has a passion for and excels in one or more area of the arts. MCAC will give special consideration to those applicants who explain how this funding will benefit their particular need.

• An essay of 500 words or less detailing their experiences in the arts and how the arts have shaped their character. Also explain how this funding will benefit your particular need. Students must provide a header to their essay complete with their name, address, email address, and phone number.

• A signed letter of recommendation from a teacher of the arts who is familiar with your experiences.

• Application Window Closes March 15, 2025

When proof of acceptance and enrollment have been verified by the selection committee, the money shall be paid directly to the institution.

The scholarship must be used during the school year immediately following the award.

Please email MedinaCoArtsCouncil@gmail.com with questions.