Visual Arts Scholarships & Awards
The Department of Visual Arts offers merit-based scholarships for studio art, art marketing, and art education majors. The awards are based on academic excellence and artistic achievement and the student's involvement in the visual arts, the University of North Georgia (UNG), and the community.
The scholarship candidate must be enrolled in one of the visual art programs:
- Visual Arts (B.F.A.)
- Art Education (B.S.)
- Art Marketing (B.S.)
- Studio Art (B.A.)
- Art Major with Graphic Design Concentration (B.A.)
- Art Major with Digital Arts Concentration (B.A.)
- Art Pathway
To be eligible, students must have a minimum of 12 credit hours and have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Note: One application is needed to be considered for any of our scholarships, and all scholarship awards are subject to final approval by the Office of Financial Aid. In addition, the scholarship candidate must be a legally documented student and be enrolled part-time or full-time at the time of application.
Scholarship Opportunities
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How to Apply
The scholarships are awarded based on students' artistic achievement, so please follow the instructions carefully. The Submission Deadline is February 14 by 11:59 p.m.
Submission Deadline
February 14 by 11:59 p.m.
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Visual Arts Scholarships and Awards
The UNG Department of Visual Arts and its generous donors proudly support students pursuing Bachelor of Arts majors in studio art, graphic design, digital arts, and the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Arts. Scholarships provide financial assistance to cover tuition, fees, and supplies. They also offer awardees opportunities for connecting, networking, and exposure in the art world. Scholarships allow our faculty to recognize and support talented individuals in their artistic endeavors.
We greatly value the generosity and support of our donors, whose contributions impact students’ lives, their commitment, and their willingness to invest financial resources in our students’ success. We are looking forward to further building positive relationships and encouraging continued support between future recipients and donors.
| Scholarship | Description |
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Bob Owens Art Scholarship
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This fund was established in 2004 by Dr. Kathy Gillespie Jackson, North Georgia College alumna as well as prestigious former high school teacher and UNG part-time faculty. The scholarship is intended to honor Bob Owens, the beloved artist and art educator who left an invaluable legacy of leadership among art students. |
| Chris Gore Art Scholarship |
This scholarship honors the memory of Christopher Ray Gore, who earned a B.S. in Art Education in 1978 from North Georgia College and taught art for thirty-seven years at Dawson County High School. After Mr. Gore passed away in 2015, his parents created this scholarship to honor his memory. This scholarship supports UNG art students who graduated from Dawson County and Lumpkin County high schools. |
| The Forsyth County Arts Alliance Scholarship |
Dr. Linda Roberts-Betsch, former vice-president of academic affairs at North Georgia College and State University between 1983 and 2010, created this endowed scholarship fund in 2014 to provide financial support for UNG students who are residents of Forsyth County. |
| Gloria Shott Fine Arts Scholarships |
This scholarship fund was established in honor of Gloria Rich Shott, late wife of Dr. Hugh I. Shott II. Dr. Shott was a former longtime vice president of academic affairs and dean of North Georgia College. Following Mrs. Shott’s passing in 1984, Dr. Shott and many friends established the Gloria Shott Fine Arts Scholarship in her memory. The Gloria Shott Performance Hall on the Dahlonega campus is named in her honor. |
| Roy C. Moore Scholarship |
This scholarship was established in 2008 by the Roy C. Moore Foundation to support scholarships for art students on the Gainesville campus. |
| Tommye McClure Scanlin Scholarship |
Established by Tommye McClure Scanlin, former fine arts faculty and department head of the fine arts department, this fund provides an annual scholarship to support a student pursuing a major in the Department of Visual Arts. |
| Visual Arts Scholarship |
This scholarship fund was established in 2016 by Dr. Pamela Sachant, former head of the Department of Visual Arts and by Dr. Christopher Jespersen, Dean of the College of Arts & Letters, to provide scholarships for students in the Department of Visual Arts. |
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Patsy M. Street Memorial Scholarship |
This fund was established to honor the memory of Patsy M. Street, a beloved and longtime resident of Gainesville and close friend of students and faculty on the Gainesville campus. Her friends describe her as “a lovely and generous person who loved the arts and lived life to the fullest.” This scholarship supports art students on the Gainesville campus. |
| Awards | Description |
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| The Chestatee Review | A non-monetary literary publication featuring selected writings and artwork of UNG students |
| Visual Arts Awards | Visual Arts offers two merit-based awards to art students each spring semester. |
| Hal B. Rhodes III Juried Student Exhibition and Awards Ceremony | A guest juror awards prizes to the top five exhibited student artworks. Honors, given by the members of the university and surrounding communities, highlight artistic achievement demonstrated in the displayed works. Finally, various scholarships and merit-based awards are presented during the awards ceremony. |
Scholarship Recipients
Scholarships and awards are a way to celebrate and support the talent of art students at UNG. It is important to recognize and acknowledge our Visual art students for their talent, hard work, and dedication to their craft. Awards can provide opportunities for students to showcase their work, gain exposure, and open doors for future endeavors. Recognizing our recipients motivates and gives them the support to continue pursuing their passion in visual arts.
Forsyth County Arts Alliance Scholarship
Receiving the Forsyth County Arts Alliance Scholarship is a tremendous opportunity that will benefit me in pursuing my passion and career. This scholarship will cover my expenses for my senior capstone and solo exhibition in the winter. I am truly grateful for FCAA for their generosity and belief in my potential
Alexandra Patarinski
Visual Arts (B.F.A.)
Chris Gore Art Scholarship
I am incredibly honored to have received the Chris Gore Art Scholarship. With this scholarship, I am very excited to focus more fully on my artistic pursuits. As I begin my concentration classes, it will enable me to acquire all the necessary materials I need to create more art that I am proud of, as well as receive any additional training I may need to reach the level I desire. This funding will also pave the way for other big career decisions, opening the doors to graduate school or any other professional opportunities. Thank you again to all of the generous individuals behind the Chris Gore Art Scholarship, as it will allow me to gain skills and knowledge to help me have a meaningful impact in the art community both in and out of school.
Avery Simms
Visual Arts (B.F.A.)
Gloria R. Shott Fine Arts Scholarship
Receiving this scholarship significantly eases my financial burden, allowing me to focus entirely on my studies and creative projects. This support is pivotal in my pursuit of a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design, enabling me to afford the essential software needed to create designs outside of school and to fund my capstone exhibition. Your generous contribution not only aids my educational journey but also inspires me to contribute to the design community. I am deeply grateful for your support and confidence in my potential. Thank you for making a profound impact on my academic and professional growth
Emily Bowen
Visual Arts with Graphic Design Concentration (B.F.A.)
Tommye McClure Scanlin Scholarship
The scholarship will pay for funds for studying outside of the UNG classroom in addition to tuition and fees for the next semester. This summer, I'm excited to be attending weaving and quilting classes, which I can now attend because of the Tommye McClure Scanlin scholarship. I want to sincerely thank you for this scholarship, which has allowed me to continue pursuing my passion for textiles. In addition to advancing my schooling, your kindness will motivate me to put in even more effort to achieve my career objectives. With this scholarship, I'm one step closer to attaining my dream of opening a storefront where artists can congregate, create, learn, and sell their products. I genuinely appreciate this chance, and I'm determined to take full advantage of it. I'm excited to use the information and abilities I've learned in these workshops to advance my career in the textile arts world.
Abigail Colwell
Studio Art (B.A.)
Visual Arts Scholarship
This scholarship allows me to worry a little less about finances and a little more about my classes and their content. I am grateful for the support this provides for myself and my family. Additionally, receiving this honor has also reassured me as an artist, it fills me with joy that professors and donors appreciate my art. Thank you to everyone who made this scholarship possible, I cannot wait to see what art materials and ideas my classes will explore next!
Elizabeth Padilla Brun
Visual Arts (B.F.A.)
Bob Owens Art Scholarship
I have always had an abundant passion for Digital Arts, and learned how to use basic art programs by the time I was 12 years old. I've always known at heart that my passion was to become an artist.
Gabriela Patrick
Visual Arts with a concentration in Digital Arts(B.A.)
Gloria R. Shott Fine Arts Scholarship
Receiving the Gloria R. Schott Fine Arts Scholarship means more to me than I can put into words. I am, however, writing this thank you letter as an attempt to do so. It is no secret that the funds awarded to me from the scholarship have supported my art career financially by allowing me to finally purchase a king's ransom of prismacolor pencils, the likes of which has not been witnessed on this earth before or since. While I cannot thank the donors enough for their financial support, I am truly grateful for how this scholarship has given me the confidence I need to continue to make bold choices in both my artwork and my life. Thank you for this opportunity. I will not waste it.
Jesse Shipley
Art with Digital Arts Concentration (B.A.)
Roy C. Moore Scholarship
I have been making art consistently since I was around three years old, but have found an issue: I wanted to do more with my art than make it for me to enjoy; I wanted to make art to help others and be able to visualize their plans and visions. I was also only able to create art for people around me and wanted a further reach than traditional art. The solution came to me when I learned that Digital Art was a growing trend that allowed worldwide reach thanks to the internet. This is what led me to change my focus on art from traditional studio art to digital art.
Mayly Lao
Art with Digital Arts Concentration (B.A.)
Gloria R. Shott Fine Arts Scholarship
This grant will enable me to buy good quality art supplies and tools as well as potentially pave the way to studying advanced drawing in Italy with other students. These possibilities will enrich me as a true artist. I am extremely grateful for this grant and opportunity.
Tokyo Morrow
Visual Arts (B.F.A.)
Visual Arts Scholarship
Thank you so so much for this scholarship! This will help me immensely with paying for tuition and housing in the future. I will be able to attend school easily and focus on my academics without the worry of affording commute and supplies. This scholarship will relieve some of the payments I must make to take courses at UNG, making my education here smoother and more possible. Again, thank you so much for choosing me for this scholarship! I am greatly appreciative for the opportunity and gift.”
Haley Ellard
Art with Digital Arts Concentration (B.A.)
Patsy M. Street Memorial Scholarship
I would like to thank all the donors who are supporting the University of North Georgia students. I am honored and humbled to be a recipient of the Patsy M. Street memorial scholarship for the 2024/2025 year. My classmates and I have been discussing the rising cost of tuition and fees in the near future. This scholarship will help support these costs and aid me in continuing my education with the University of North Georgia’s Visual Arts Department. I have cultivated a passion for many art mediums and UNG Dova is somewhere I am proud to be a part of as a student. I am supported by my professors, who give me beneficial feedback and critique that creates an artistic benchmark for improving. Currently I have started my own art business utilizing the skills I have gained in my academic career that will help me carve a path in the art world and as a teacher.
Julie Kral
Visual Arts (B.F.A.)
Chris Gore Art Scholarship
I am beyond grateful for the numerous opportunities that the Chris Gore Art Scholarship will give me. Through this scholarship, I will be able to afford new art supplies to better my academic studies. It will also better make my dream of gaining a master's degree a reality. I truly cannot express how grateful and how life-changing this scholarship is. Thank you to the Chris Gore Art Scholarship for helping me develop myself artistically, and believing in my future.
Abigail Brown
Studio Art (B.A.)
Scanlin Award
These scholarship funds will help support me in buying art supplies and attending workshops that will make me a better artist and leader. Thank you for your time and consideration!
Cortney Day
Art (B.F.A.)