Financial Aid

Art school can be expensive. Don’t face the costs alone! Financial aid, scholarships, or loans may be available for those who quality. Learn more.



Paying for art school can be a challenge -- tuition, art supplies, books, and other expenses can add up quickly. And college costs have a habit of rising.

Get the information you need to make informed decisions on loans, scholarships, and financial aid.

First, discover how much the school you’re considering might cost. Then, use the tools below to learn more about your financial aid options – from federal loans to private scholarships.

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Featured Articles

Scholarships for art and design studentsArt & Design Scholarships
Hundreds and hundreds of art and design scholarships are available to students, and you're probably eligible for more than a few of them.

Paying for Art SchoolPaying for Art School
College can be expensive, and college costs increase every year. The challenge is to find a way to pay for college without going broke in the process.

Education Tax BenefitsTax Benefits
While tax benefits don't provide money up front, they can give you a little money back on your taxes based on your education expenses, and shouldn't be overlooked.

FAFSA information for art studentsFAFSA
If you apply for federal or state aid, you'll have to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Mark Kantrowitz, publisher of FinAid.org and Fastweb.com, provides valuable application tips.


For additional scholarship and financial aid
information, vist www.fastweb.com.