ARTsmart Scholarship Accepting Applications
Applications open through March 6, 2026
ARTsmart's Art Changes Lives Scholarship is now accepting applications for 2026. This scholarship will support one outstanding graduating high school senior art student from Santa Fe County to attend up to four years of visual art or design studies at a university or college, including a two-year community college.
One selected student will receive $5,000 for their first year of college, with the opportunity to receive $1,500 per year for up to three additional years, for a total award of up to $9,500. Scholarship funds are awarded based on artistic ability and potential, and are paid directly to the student’s college or university to support educational expenses.
Eligible students must have completed at least two years of high school in Santa Fe, plan to enroll in college within one year of graduation, and submit a portfolio of original artwork along with required application materials.
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