The Creative and Performing Arts Scholarships:
Every Spring, the Department of Art selects eight outstanding Studio Art majors to receive a Creative and Performing Arts Scholarship (CAPA). The CAPA award is equivalent to full in-state tuition for one academic year (two regular semesters). CAPA Scholars will have the opportunity to be considered for renewal each year for a total of up to four years of undergraduate study.
Eligibility:
By the April 1st deadline:
- Be a current or newly-admitted undergraduate at the University of Maryland
- Declare a major in Studio Art
- Have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0
- Minimum of two semesters remaining before graduating
During the term of the award:
- Be enrolled full-time (earing 12 or more credit hours per semester)
- Actively pursue a Studio Art degree (natural progression of coursework is a minimum of one ARTT course per semester)
- Maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 anda 3.5 GPA within the Major
Application Package:
The application package must be complete and received by the Department of Art on or before the deadline of April 1st. Late or Incomplete packages will not be considered.
1. Completed CAPA application
Applications are available in the Department of Art (Room 1211E of the Art/Sociology Building) and on our website, www.art.umd.edu.
2. Digital Portfolio
The portfolio should include 15 digital still images on a CD-R; non-readable discs will be disqualified. Save files in JPG format; size should not exceed 5 MB. Name each image with your full name (Smith_Lee_01.jpg) and store all files in one folder of the same name (Smith_Lee). Select your artwork carefully and be sure to submit recent work. Incoming freshmen will submit AP/high school portfolios; current freshmen may include several pieces (no more than half) from high school; all other applicants should submit artwork done in college.
3. List of Images
A hard copy, typed inventory of images must be submitted as part of the application package. Include your name and list the title, medium, dimensions in inches, and date of each piece of art.
4. Official Transcript (College Students Only)
Official transcripts should be sent directly to the Department of Art and must be received (not just requested) on or before April 1st. Current UMCP students may opt to include the sealed, official transcript with the application package.
How To Apply:
Application packages must be received by 4:00 pm (or postmarked) on or before April 1st (or the following Monday if the deadline falls on a weekend). Late or incomplete applications will not be considered; no exceptions will be made.
Mail or Deliver Packages to:
Department of Art
Attn: CAPA Scholarship
University of Maryland
1211E Art/Sociology Building
College Park, MD 20742
The Award Process:
Scholarship winners are selected by a committee of Department of Art faculty. All applicants will be notified by email. In addition, winners will receive a written notification with an Acceptance Contract. Funds will be credited at the beginning of each semester to the CAPA Scholars' student accounts.
Scholarship Retention:
CAPA Scholars must maintain eligibility standards (as listed below) in order to retain their current awards and to be considered for renewal during the normal application process. Scholarship funds can be withdrawn if a student fails to meet these obligations
- Full-time enrollment (earning 12 or more credit hours per semester)
- Active pursuit of a Studio Art degree (natural progression of coursework;minimum of one ARTT course per semester)
- Overall 3.0 GPA and 3.5 GPA in ARTT courses
- Annual portfolio review (to ensure quality of work is maintained)
CONTACT US
Specific questions about the CAPA Scholarship should be directed to Professor John McCarty, Undergraduate Director, at 301-405-1459, or by email at jdmcart@umd.edu. For general questions, please contact Kathie Boyle of Undergraduate Programs at 301-405-7790.
Click here to download a CAPA application (PDF format)
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