Incoming Student Art Scholarship Application Information and Application

The Department of Art has a number of scholarships for incoming art students. Please read through the scholarship information carefully to ensure that you include all required materials. A second round of scholarship reviews will occur for incoming students. The deadline for this second round is May 2nd.

Direct all questions to Stephanie Waltman at sawaltman@ysu.edu or 330-941-2346.

All awards when combined with all other financial assistance will not exceed the cost of full tuition, books and supplies. By applying on the scholarship page, you will be considered for all scholarships for which you are qualified. 

Florence Simon Beecher Talent Scholarship

Recipients will be re-evaluated annually by application. For continuity of awards, students must:

  • Minimum 2.5 high school grade point average;
  • Student must be enrolled as full time student and an art major;
  • Portfolio containing 3-5 pieces of original work (upload files below)
  • Written statement that includes your personal goals, the value of a college education and need for the scholarship. See form below;
  • Complete the application below.

Howard I. Fisher Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 2018 by Leonard Fisher to honor his brother, Howard I. Fisher's, life and love of art. Howard was a kind and gentle soul who was always there when he was needed by friends and family. May he always be remembered for his dedication to his craft as a graphic designer. 

This scholarship will be awarded to a student who is:

  • Enrolled full-time in graphic design
  • A minimum 2.8 GPA
  • Student(s) must complete the FAFSA. Financial need could be a consideration
  • Complete the application below.

Roger & Gloria Jones Award

  • Minimum 3.0 high school grade point average.
  • Application to the University and enrolled as a major in the Cliffe College;
  • Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA must be completed)
  • Portfolio containing 3-5 pieces of original work (upload files below)
  • Written statement that includes your personal goals, the value of a college education and need for the scholarship. See form below;
  • Complete the application below.
Incoming Student Scholarship Application Form
Course of Study
What course of study do you intend to pursue in college (e.g., digital media/photography, interdisciplinary studies, graphic + interactive design, art education)?
High School Information
Personal Goals
Write a statement about your personal goals, the value of a university education to you, and your personal need for the scholarship:
Upload your fifth piece of artwork here.
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Upload your fourth piece of artwork here.
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Upload your third piece of artwork here.
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Upload your second piece of artwork here.
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Upload your first piece of artwork here.
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32 MB limit.
Allowed types: jpg, jpeg, png, pdf.