Deadline: 17-Apr-2026
The Adé Hogue Scholarship supports emerging BIPOC students worldwide pursuing excellence in letterform arts, including type design, lettering, calligraphy, and typography-focused graphic design. The award provides $5,000 toward tuition, a one-year TDC Student membership, and a copy of “The World’s Best Typography®”. Applications are due April 17, 2026, and the scholarship recognizes both creative talent and professional potential.
Scholarship Overview
The Adé Hogue Scholarship, administered by the Type Directors Club (TDC), aims to:
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Support BIPOC undergraduate and graduate students in letterform arts
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Recognize exceptional creative talent and professional potential
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Provide both financial assistance and professional development opportunities
The scholarship encourages students to demonstrate excellence in:
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Type design
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Lettering
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Calligraphy
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Typography-focused graphic design
Award Benefits
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$5,000 toward tuition expenses
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One-year TDC Student membership
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Copy of “The World’s Best Typography®”
These benefits support both academic and professional growth in the field of typography.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
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Identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color)
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Be entering the junior year of an undergraduate program or first year of a graduate/postgraduate program
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Be enrolled in an accredited college, university, or community college anywhere in the world
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Demonstrate exceptional talent and creative potential in the letterform arts
How to Apply
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Complete the application form
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Personal statement: ~250 words or under 1,000 characters describing your creative goals, experience, and motivation
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Portfolio submission: Three type or design projects
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Each project may include up to five images, videos, or texts
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Include a short explanatory paragraph per project
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Maximum of 15 images in total
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Letters of recommendation: Required only for second-round candidates
Deadline: Friday, April 17, 2026
Notification: Recipients will be announced in late Spring 2026
Why It Matters
The Adé Hogue Scholarship:
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Uplifts BIPOC students in typography by providing both financial and professional support
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Encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion in the global letterform arts community
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Supports the development of the next generation of typographic leaders
FAQs
1. Who is eligible for the scholarship?
BIPOC students entering their junior undergraduate year or first year of graduate/postgraduate study in accredited institutions globally.
2. What areas of study are considered?
Type design, lettering, calligraphy, and typography-focused graphic design.
3. How much funding is provided?
$5,000 toward tuition, plus a one-year TDC Student membership and a copy of “The World’s Best Typography®.”
4. What does the portfolio submission involve?
Three projects with up to five images, videos, or texts each, accompanied by explanatory paragraphs. Total maximum: 15 images.
5. Are recommendation letters required?
Yes, but only for second-round candidates.
6. When is the application deadline?
Applications close on Friday, April 17, 2026.
7. When will recipients be notified?
Recipients will be announced in late Spring 2026 after the review process.
Conclusion
The Adé Hogue Scholarship 2026 offers a transformative opportunity for emerging BIPOC creatives in letterform arts, providing both financial support and professional recognition. By highlighting exceptional talent and fostering inclusion in typography and related design disciplines, the scholarship empowers the next generation of designers to excel academically and professionally.
For more information, visit The Type Directors Club.