The artsnb Arts Scholarships Program supports New Brunswick students with exceptional artistic talent, providing up to $2,500 for tuition and related study expenses. The program fosters the development of future professional artists across multiple disciplines while ensuring clear eligibility, reporting, and peer-reviewed selection processes.

artsnb Arts Scholarships Program 2025/26

Overview

The Arts Scholarships Program is designed to encourage and recognize New Brunswick students pursuing careers in the arts. By providing financial support, the program aims to increase the number of professional artists in the province and foster artistic talent across architecture, craft, dance, literary arts, media arts, multidisciplinary arts, music, theatre, and visual arts.

Funding Details

• Maximum scholarship: $2,500 per student.

• One application per deadline; maximum of one scholarship per fiscal year.

• Lifetime maximum: four scholarships per student.

• Eligible expenses: tuition fees, course materials, textbooks, and transportation directly related to the program of study.

• Ineligible expenses: capital purchases such as musical instruments, computers, or other equipment.

Eligible Students

• Must not meet the definition of a professional artist according to artsnb guidelines.

• Canadian citizens, permanent residents, individuals with First Nation affiliation, or applicants for permanent residency.

• Must have resided in New Brunswick for at least one year prior to applying.

• Students temporarily studying outside New Brunswick remain eligible if permanent residency is maintained in the province.

• Must have completed and submitted all previous artsnb Final Reports to remain eligible.

Eligible Projects

• Full-time, part-time, or short-term studies in the designated artistic disciplines.

• Post-secondary programs, art schools, mentorships, or other recognized study opportunities.

• Projects must begin at least one day after application submission.

• Projects already funded through another artsnb program are ineligible.

How to Apply / Required Materials

1. Proposed Program of Study: Include program details and tuition costs.

2. Career Plan: Up to 350 words outlining career objectives and how the scholarship will support them.

3. Artist CV: Highlighting prior experience and achievements.

4. Work Samples: Demonstrating artistic talent relevant to the chosen discipline.

5. Transcript or Previous Arts Education: Academic records or proof of study.

6. Letters of Recommendation: Two references supporting the applicant’s artistic potential.

Selection Process

• Reviewed by a peer jury evaluating:

  • Artistic merit.

  • Feasibility of the study plan.

  • Overall application quality.

• Results communicated within three months of the deadline, categorized as Recommended, Merit, or Not Recommended.

• Successful applicants receive full funding unless a reduced amount is awarded.

Post-Funding Requirements

• Credit artsnb in all promotional materials related to the funded study.

• Comply with tax requirements.

• Submit a Final Report upon completion of the program.

• Timely submission of reports is required to maintain eligibility for future scholarships.

Tips for Applicants

• Ensure all previous Final Reports are submitted before applying.

• Clearly describe the career plan and link it to the scholarship objectives.

• Provide strong supporting documents including CV, work samples, and recommendations.

• Start projects after the application date and avoid overlapping funding from other artsnb programs.

FAQ

1. What is the maximum scholarship amount?
$2,500 per student per fiscal year.

2. How many scholarships can a student receive in their lifetime?
Up to four scholarships.

3. Can professional artists apply?
No, only students who do not yet meet the artsnb definition of professional artists.

4. Are students studying outside New Brunswick eligible?
Yes, if they maintain permanent residency in New Brunswick.

5. Which expenses are eligible?
Tuition, course materials, textbooks, and transportation directly related to the program of study.

6. How are applications evaluated?
Through a peer jury process assessing artistic merit, feasibility, and application quality.

7. What are post-funding obligations?
Credit artsnb in publicity, comply with tax requirements, and submit a Final Report on time.

Conclusion

The artsnb Arts Scholarships Program provides essential support for New Brunswick students to pursue artistic studies and develop professional skills. By funding tuition and related study expenses, the program helps cultivate future generations of professional artists, fosters talent across multiple disciplines, and strengthens the province’s cultural landscape.