Merit-Based Scholarships for Transfer Students
Our merit-based scholarships are available to all incoming transfer students upon acceptance to Maine College of Art & Design. These scholarships, which range from $10,000–$16,000, are awarded based upon previous high school and college academic achievement, the strength of the submitted portfolio and application, and non-cognitive elements like community engagement and leadership and demonstrated work ethic. These merit-based scholarships are renewable for four years of study at the College with good academic standing.
Graduates of any Maine high school who are accepted to the College qualify instead for merit-based scholarships which range from $12,000–$16,000 based on the same criteria. These merit-based scholarships are renewable for four years of study with good academic standing.
Private Grants & Scholarships
The Financial Aid Office strongly suggests that students research and apply for any private funding sources for which they may be eligible. There are a number of organizations which will provide scholarship search services free or for a nominal fee. Check with your state department of education, your high school guidance office, or the public library in your area. You may also find scholarship information online, for example FinAid.org. We recommend using extreme caution when using search services that require a fee or when releasing personal information via the Internet.