# Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) Scholarships

> Up to $2,000 from Allegheny College. Priority deadline: November 1, 2026; Final deadline: February 1, 2027.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/creative-and-performing-arts-capa-scholarships
- Provider: Allegheny College (College)
- Award: Up to $2,000, renewable
- Deadline: Priority deadline: November 1, 2026; Final deadline: February 1, 2027
- College: [Allegheny College](https://www.collegesref.com/college/allegheny-college-38)
- Official page: https://allegheny.edu/cost-and-aid/scholarship-opportunities/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

Allegheny College offers the Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) Scholarships to support incoming students who demonstrate talent and a commitment to participating in the arts, regardless of their chosen major or minor. This opportunity is designed for individuals planning to take courses, join extracurricular performances, or pursue academic programs in specific creative fields. Students can apply for only one CAPA scholarship discipline, choosing from Dance & Movement Studies, Filmmaking, Music, Studio Art, or Theatre. 

The program provides an award of up to $2,000. This scholarship is renewable for subsequent years of study, provided recipients meet the continued participation and coursework requirements outlined by their specific artistic department. To apply, students must submit a specialized application along with a resume of their artistic experience, present a portfolio or audition, and complete an interview. The priority deadline for submission is November 1, 2026, and the final deadline is February 1, 2027. While this merit-based award is determined by artistic evaluation, applicants are also encouraged to complete the FAFSA to be considered for need-based financial aid.

## Who can apply

- Education level: Undergraduate
- Year: College 1st year, College 2nd year, College 3rd year, College 4th year
- College types: 4-year college, Private college
- Students can apply for only one CAPA scholarship discipline (Dance & Movement Studies, Filmmaking, Music, Studio Art, or Theatre).

## How to apply

Submit an online CAPA application, provide a resume detailing relevant creative experience, present a portfolio or audition piece either digitally or in person, and complete a faculty interview.

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