EAFF Scholarship Application

Eligibility

Residents aged 17 or older are eligible to apply for the EAFF Scholarship if they meet the following criteria:

New Applicants

  • Must be a graduating high school senior or a graduate from any previous year.

  • Must have a permanent address within the Edmonds School District boundaries.

  • Must be pursuing full-time post-secondary education in the visual arts at an accredited art school, college, or university during the next academic year.

  • Must have graduated from high school by August of the application year.

Renewal Applicants

  • Must have been awarded an EAFF Scholarship in a previous year.

  • Must be planning to attend a college-level art school, college art institute, or university in the next academic year.

  • Must demonstrate satisfactory progress toward a visual arts-related degree.

Examples of Visual Arts Degrees

Eligible degrees include, but are not limited to:

  • Studio Art

  • Graphic Design

  • Painting

  • Sculpture

  • Animation

  • Game Design

  • Product Design

  • UX/UI Design

  • Photography

  • Illustration

  • Art History

  • Motion Graphics

  • Digital Media Arts

  • Videography

  • Art Education

  • Art Therapy

Application Requirements

Portfolio Requirements

All applicants must prepare and submit a portfolio as part of the application:

  • New Applicants: Submit a portfolio with at least 5 pieces of artwork showcasing two or more different media (e.g., photography, drawing, sculpture, design, painting, jewelry).

  • Renewal Applicants: Submit a portfolio with 3 pieces of artwork created within the last year.

  • All Applicants:

    • Files must be uploaded in JPEG, PowerPoint, PDF, or compressed zip format (maximum file size: 5MB).

    • At least one piece must be presentation-ready (e.g., properly framed and wired for hanging, if 2D) and brought to a mandatory interview in April.

    • Indicate which piece will be available for exhibit at the Edmonds Arts Festival (Father’s Day weekend) and deliver it during the Scholarship Reception in May.

Exhibit-Ready Artwork

All applicants must ensure their exhibit-ready artwork meets the following criteria:

  • For 2D works, the piece must be properly framed and wired for hanging.

  • Important: Artwork that does not meet the hanging standards of the Edmonds Arts Festival cannot be displayed, which may impact scholarship eligibility.

  • Detailed instructions for preparing exhibit-ready artwork will be provided upon application.

Additional Information

  • Mandatory Presentation: All applicants must present their portfolio during the interview in April.

  • Submission Format: Portfolio files must adhere to the required formats and size limits outlined above.

By meeting these requirements and deadlines, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your artistic talent, advance your education, and take the next step toward a rewarding career in the visual arts. We are excited to review your application and support your creative journey!

Important Dates

  • Applications Due: April 5, 2025

  • Interviews: April 17–19, 2025

  • Awards Ceremony: May 14, 2025

  • Edmonds Arts Festival: June 13–15, 2025