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Although many famous actors and actresses have lucrative careers — making millions of dollars per movie — not everyone who pursues a career in acting or theatre has such monumental success. In fact, many graduates with a BFA in theatre have to continue to work hard to develop their skills, land a job, and continue a career in a very competitive market. That same determination is true for those looking to study theatre in school. While a theatre career can be very rewarding, it can also be extremely expensive! Future actors, playwrights, and directors pursuing a degree may find theatre scholarships from various organizations and colleges.

List of Theatre Scholarships

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Reat Griffin Underwood Memorial Scholarship

The Reat Griffin Underwood Memorial Scholarship is available for graduating high school students in the Kansas City area who are planning to major in a performing art. Click here to learn more about how to apply today!
Award Amount

Total: $2500

Awards: 1

Deadline

Deadline: March 15

Kody Hodge Scholarship

The Kody Hodge Scholarship is available for theater majors at Amarillo College. Applicants must have a grade point average of 2.75 or higher and must demonstrate unmet financial need.
Award Amount

Total: $2000

Awards: 1

Deadline

Deadline: March 31

Melba Day Henning Scholarship

The Educational Theatre Association offers this $3,000 one-time scholarship to an undergraduate/graduate student currently enrolled full-time in theatre education study at an accredited college or university who are upcoming juniors or seniors.
Award Amount

Total: $6000

Awards: 2

Deadline

Deadline: April 01

Michael J. Peitz Leadership Scholarship

The Educational Theatre Association offers this $1,500 one time scholarship to an inducted Thespian of the International Thespian Society who shows leadership abilities
Award Amount

Total: $3000

Awards: 2

Deadline

Deadline: April 01

Educational Theatre Association Presidents’ Leadership Scholarship

The Educational Theatre Association offers this $1,000 one time scholarship for inducted Thespians who successfully demonstrate leadership abilities.
Award Amount

Total: $2000

Awards: 2

Deadline

Deadline: April 01

Christopher L. Hunt Scholarship

The Educational Theatre Association offers this $1,000 one time scholarship to for inducted Thespians who plan to use skills learned through theatre in a career focused on business or marketing.
Award Amount

Total: $2000

Awards: 2

Deadline

Deadline: April 01

Dr. Kenny D. Hasija Scholarship

The Educational Theatre Association offers this $1,000 one time scholarship to support applicants traditionally underrepresented in the theatre industry such as those who are Black, indigenous or people of color.
Award Amount

Total: $2000

Awards: 2

Deadline

Deadline: April 01

Educational Theatre Association Board of Directors Scholarship

The Educational Theatre Association offers this $1,000 one time scholarship to one eligible undergraduate student currently enrolled full time at an accredited university and going for a career in theatre.
Award Amount

Total: $1000

Awards: 1

Deadline

Deadline: April 01

Stephen L. Teller & Richard Hotson TV and Cinema Scholarship

U.S. students who are enrolled in a community college film, television, cinema, or theater program and have completed at least 12 credits in their program are eligible for this award. Students must reside and attend school in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, or Ventura counties.
Award Amount

Total: $1000

Awards: 2

Deadline

Deadline: April 09

Spotlight Awards Program

This awards program is open to international and U.S. high school students who reside in the following California counties: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura, Santa Barbara, or San Diego. Students must audition in one of the following categories: acting, ballet, non-classical dance, classical voice, non-classical voice, jazz instrumental, classical instrumental.
Award Amount

Total: $738

Awards: 141

Deadline

Deadline: October 11