Scholarships

Through the continuing support and generosity of numerous organizations and individuals, ACX is pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships to select students who show financial need and creative potential. ArtCenter Extension scholarships cover tuition for one ACX course, plus a supply stipend of $75.

Scholarships are intended for students who have a strong desire to pursue a career in art or design, as well as those preparing to apply to ArtCenter’s full-time degree program.

Download the scholarship application and guidelines. To have the materials mailed to you, email or call 626 396-2319.

Note: Students taking online classes must have access to a digital device (laptop, tablet, phone) with built-in camera and internet connection.

Summer 2024 Scholarship Deadline

April 4, before 8:30 pm

Applicants will be notified by e-mail approximately two weeks after the scholarship deadline.

Support ACX

ACX depends on the generosity of individuals and organizations to provide much-needed funding for scholarships awarded to deserving students.

Make a donation today.

Thank you for your support of arts education!

ACX Scholarship Donors

ACX gratefully acknowledges the following endowed funds that support student scholarships.

• The Ahmanson Foundation 
• Richard and Jean Coyne Family Foundation
• Ford Motor Company Fund
• Rowe and Gayle Giesen Trust
• Anonymous 
• Ooty Moorehead (BFA 07) and Robert Lemchen
• Ramone C. Munoz (BFA 77, MFA 90) and Tom Jacobson
• Pasadena Arts League
• ACX Endowed Scholarship for Hispanic Students
• ACX-Teens Endowed Scholarship for Hispanic Students
• David and Judith Brown Endowed Scholarship for ACX-Teens
• Mickey McGuire Endowed Scholarship
• Ross Diamond Player and Madelyn Maberly Player Endowed Memorial Scholarship