DePaul University awards scholarships to students who exhibit academic excellence, artistic talent, and/or strong leadership and service to their communities. In general, eligible students are awarded scholarships when they are admitted to the university. For information contact the department in which you intend to enroll. Academic scholarships are not need based and can range from $4,000 to $14,000. DePaul's academic scholarships are competitive and based on the time of application, funds available and the overall academic measures of the applicant pool.
You may be considered for a talent scholarship if you are a freshman admitted for the fall term and intend to enroll in one of the academic programs listed below that offer talent scholarships. An audition, interview or portfolio is required. Specific details on the application process are listed under each scholarship.
If you receive a talent scholarship, it can be renewed for up to four years of consecutive undergraduate study as long as you remain enrolled full time each quarter in the corresponding major.
Additional requirements are listed under each scholarship.
Art Scholarship
Award Amount: $2,500 to $5,000
To be considered, you must be admitted to DePaul as a declared art major by February 1, 2011. In addition, the scholarship coordinator must receive your portfolio by February 1, 2011, for review by art department faculty. Your portfolio should contain eight to 10 pieces of artwork, either as individual slides or on a CD-ROM. Clearly identify the title, medium and size of each piece. Also include a resume of shows you've participated in and awards you've won. Send your portfolio to the Scholarship Coordinator at 1 East Jackson Blvd., Suite 9000, Chicago, IL 60604.
Music Performance Scholarship
Award Amount: $2,000 to $15,000
To be considered, you must apply to the School of Music by January 15, 2011. Recipients must audition for and perform (as assigned) in School of Music performance ensembles as determined by the ensemble conducting faculty. (Note: Ensemble participation is separate from the curriculum requirements.) Please call the School of Music to schedule an audition at 773-325-7444.
Theatre Performance Scholarship
Award Amount: $2,000 to $8,000
If you apply to the B.F.A. Acting Program, you'll automatically be considered once you've completed your application and audition. To be eligible, you must apply to and declare a major in acting in The Theatre School by January 15, 2011. Admission auditions are generally held November through February. Please call The Theatre School to schedule an audition at 773-325-7999.
Theatre Design Scholarship
Award Amount: $2,000 to $8,000
If you apply to the B.F.A. Design and Technical Program, you'll automatically be considered once you've completed your application and interview (portfolio review). To be eligible, you must apply to and declare a major in costume design, costume technology, lighting design, scenic design, stage management or theatre technology in The Theatre School by January 15, 2011. Admission interviews are generally held November through February. Please call The Theatre School to schedule an interview at 773-325-7999.
Theatre Studies Scholarship
Award Amount: $2,000 to $8,000
If you apply to the B.F.A. Theatre Studies Program, you'll automatically be considered once you've completed your application and interview (portfolio review). To be eligible, you must apply to and declare a major in dramaturgy/criticism, playwriting, theatre arts or theatre management in The Theatre School by January 15, 2010. Admission interviews are generally held November through February. Please call The Theatre School to schedule an interview at 773-325-7999.