APPLICATIONS FOR

2009 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIPS WILL BE AVAILABLE EARLY IN 2009

READ BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION AND APPLICATION FORMS

In early 2008 The Clare Fund Board announced an exciting new format showcasing Centre County high school artists vying for post high school scholarships. On April 28, 2008 we hosted WE'VE GOT TALENT featuring these talented young people. Because of its success, we plan to hold a similar event in April 2009.

Applying for a Clare Dahlia Snetsinger Art Award of Excellence in the Visual or Performing Arts

The Clare Fund, Inc. sponsors two scholarship series for talented 11th and 12th grade students in Centre County. Named in memory of Clare Dahlia Snetsinger, one is for the visual arts and the other is for the performing arts (excluding musicians who are solely instrumentalists).

Although the scholarships recognize Centre County 11th and 12th grade students with a strong and continuing interest in the arts, it is not necessary to plan on a post-high school career as an artist or performer to be considered for these scholarship awards.

Below are descriptions of each of these opportunities and guidelines for applying.

Visual Arts Scholarships

Applicants for visual arts scholarships are asked to submit a portfolio of 3 to 5 pieces in their choice of media along with their applications. All Centre County high school art teachers are sent information about the scholarships and may be able to guide applicants in preparing their portfolio.

The portfolio must be submitted along with a completed application form and a description of intent on the day and place indicated on the application form.

An independent panel of judges with professional experience in the visual arts then evaluates the submitted works and makes final decisions regarding scholarship awards.

Below is the poster announcing details for the 2008 visual arts scholarship competition. It was held April 27, 2008 at the Penn State Downtown Theatre Center.

Click below to see the 2008 Clare Fund Scholarship Competitions Poster

Clare Fund Scholarship Poster '08

If, after looking at the poster, you determine you will be eligible and are interested in applying in 2009, check back early next year for an updated applications form.

For your information, click below to download the 2008 Visual Arts Application Form.

2008 Visual Arts Scholarship Application Form

We look forward to again receiving applications from talented high school juniors and seniors from throughout Centre County.

Performing Arts Scholarships

Qualified applicants in the performing arts have an opportunity to perform before a distinguished panel of judges with professional experience in dance, drama and musical theater. These judges make the final decision regarding scholarship awards.

All Centre County high school theater and music teachers are sent information about the scholarships and may be able to guide applicants in preparing their portfolio.

Below is the poster announcing details for the 2008 performing arts scholarship competition. It was held on April 28, 2008 at the Penn State Downtown Theatre Center.

For your information, click below to download the 2008 Clare Fund Scholarship Competitions Poster

Clare Fund Scholarship Poster 08

If, after looking at the poster, you determine you will be eligible and are interested in applying in 2009, check back early next year for an updated applications form.

For your information, click below to download the 2008 Performing Arts Application Form

2008 Performing Arts Scholarship Application