Scholarships (DPW)

ADF offers six full-tuition scholarships + a $130 stipend for K-12 NC Educators. All scholarship awards are based on financial need. Applicants must complete all required financial paperwork (financial aid statement + current tax return) to apply for DPW scholarships. 

How to apply for a tuition scholarship

1. Fill out an online application form via Acceptd and submit a $60 nonrefundable application fee (not credited toward tuition).
2. Complete the required financial paperwork (financial aid statement & current tax return) The financial aid statement should include why you are asking for assistance, why you want to come to ADF, and how attendance will help you meet your professional goals.
3. Complete a 2-minute self-interview video that responds to each of the questions below
   1. Question 1: What does community mean to you as a dance artist?   
   2. Question 2: What are you passionate about as a dance artist?

Students must complete the scholarship stage of the application by the required deadline to apply for financial assistance.