I am not currently enrolled in school. Can I still apply?

Yes. To be eligible for this year's Film & Fiction Scholarship you must be enrolled in an institution full-time for the 2010-2011 academic year. At the time of your application, you do not need to be currently enrolled or have decided upon a school for next year.

This year is the final year of my program, am I still eligible to apply?

Scholarships are only awarded for the 2010-11 academic year (Fall 2010-Spring 2011). If you are graduating before then, you are not eligible for a scholarship.

Do I have to be a citizen of the United States to apply for a Film and Fiction Scholarship?

No. However, it is worth noting that a majority of our scholarships are awarded to students who are studying at top MFA programs within the United States, regardless of their citizenship.

Can I still apply for a scholarship for the 2009-10 school year?

No. Scholarship decisions for the 2009-10 school year have already been made and all funds awarded. We will only accept applications for the 2010-11 school year.

Why does the Institute for Humane Studies offer a Film & Fiction Scholarship?

The Institute for Humane Studies supports students of the arts because they uniquely influence political and economic discussions through their films and writings. During the past ten years, IHS has awarded more than $270,000 in scholarships.