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The Media Arts Center will consider scholarship applications from registered students. Follow these steps to submit a scholarship request:

1. Be sure you are registered to enroll in an upcoming program. 
2. Complete the scholarship application once you are registered.
3. Schedule a meeting with the director to discuss next steps.
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Grants

The Media Arts Center will assist registered students in applying to all of the  following institutions that offer grants or scholarships upon request. If you would be interested in applying with our assistance, please do the following. 
 
1. Be sure you are registered to enroll in an upcoming program. 
2. Complete the scholarship application once you are registered.
3. Schedule a meeting with the director to determine your eligibility. 
 
You do not need to register to explore scholarships on your own.  Here is a list of platforms that offer tuition assistance to qualified applicants:
Platform Name Website / Link Notes
529 Fees Recovery Grant Link Grant for students applying to a non-title IV school.
College Scholarships.com – Broadcasting Scholarships Link Broadcasting-related scholarships for students pursuing media and journalism.
College Scholarships.com – Film Studies Scholarships Link Aggregated list of film-studies-related scholarships.
Fastweb – Creative Students Link Aggregation of creative-field scholarships including film and media.
Fastweb – Film/Cinema/Media Link Category page of film/cinema/media-studies awards.
FilmSchool.org – Film School Scholarships Link Large list of film-school scholarships with notes on academic level.
Qualified Academic Scholarship Link Scholarship for exceptionally academically qualified students.
Scholarships.com – Art Scholarships Link Visual-arts and design awards; often accept film or digital media portfolios.
Scholarships.com – Film Scholarships Link Includes awards like CBC Spouses Visual Arts and Jack G. Shaheen Scholarships.
Scholarships.com – Film Studies Link Additional film-studies-specific awards.
Scholarships.com – Film, TV & Interactive Link Directory of film/TV/interactive-media scholarships.
Scholarships360 – Film Scholarships Link Curated list of dozens of film-related scholarships.
U.S. News – Commercial & Advertising Art Link Scholarships for commercial/advertising art and digital media.
U.S. News – Film/Cinema/Media Link Searchable database of film/cinema/media-studies scholarships.
Unigo – Creativity Scholarships Link Lists scholarships for creative work and majors.
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The Media Arts Center offers student loans on a case-by-case basis. Follow these steps to submit a loan request:

  1. Be sure you are registered to enroll in an upcoming program.
  2. Complete the loan application form available here
  3. The school will confirm your loan status after review.
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Attending The Media Arts center was a game changer for my career. The courses were practical, up to date, and taught by industry professionals who truly cared about our success. I completed the class with not only new skills in digital marketing and strategy, but also real confidence to apply them in the real world. Highly recommend to anyone serious about building a future in marketing!
Andrea Sturdivant
I'm so glad that I took the Social Media marketing course at the Media Arts Center. This program was exactly what I was expecting to be and more. As a business owner, having a solid marketing plan and implementing it effectively is one of the most important parts of running a very successful business. This course will teach you every step of building a successful marketing campaign from creating a social media post/video, editing, posting, and analyzing the data and a lot more.
King Mirtalipov
The Media Arts Center’s social media course was a game-changer for my business. John is truly an inspirational instructor, offering lifelong advice and practical strategies that helped me boost my online presence. His guidance has made a real difference, and I highly recommend the course to anyone looking to grow and succeed.
Monica Posse
Media Arts Center was and is amazing!! I enjoyed my time here leaning how to make a film from the ground up. Now having experience in Script-writing, Cinematography, Editing, and much more. The teachers were wonderful and kind. Mr. John is incredible and full of amazing advice and stories. Definitely come here, the courses aren't that long as well. Thank You All for your time!!!
Ethan Mullet
Getting a hands on education in modern media and broadcasting has never been easier or more fun. This school helped me learn the fundamentals of podcasting, audio and video editing from experts working in the industry now. Graduates also get use of the courses and facilities anytime. If you are looking to learn for a new career, hobby or your business, The Media Arts Center Charlotte is the best place to start.
Norb Garett
Media Arts Center has been great. Enjoying learning about social media and all the different aspects of it. The hands on learning and the availability of instructors have been so helpful. Definitely recommend this class
Tessa Evans
The staff and leadership at Media Arts Center is outstanding. John Casson is patient and explained the basics which made me more confident. He has also found time to help me with my career after graduating from the school. I highly recommend Media Arts Center.
Michael Graham
The Media Art Center, has definitely changed my viewpoint of Digital Media and marketing. They are super understanding, compassionate, and go the extra mile to help you understand the ins and outs of creating a great business! I can’t wait to continue and dive into some of their other classes!
Kristie Phillips
Took the filming making class and they teach you everything you need to know. From working the camera, setting up lights, writing your own short film, and how to direct, produce, and edit your own short film. They even bring in a screenwriting expert, a camera expert and a video/audio expert so you learn everything you need to know
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Feel right at home inside a recording booth, directing a film shoot or opening professional edition software. Practice on campus guided by professional instructors and master the skills needed to succeed in today’s media industries.

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