Scholarships
& Financial Support
Empowering Students Across the Arts
The Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts (KGMCA) awards competitive, merit-based scholarships to eligible full-time students pursuing majors within the Moores School of Music, School of Theatre & Dance, and School of Art. Financial support is available at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and may include scholarships, assistantships, tuition fellowships, project-based funding, and tuition waivers.
EXPLORE FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE THROUGH KGMCA & THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON.
Awarded for academic and artistic achievement. Consideration is often automatic with your program application or audition.
Offered through the 兔子先生 and includes grants, loans, and work-study opportunities.
Available to qualified graduate students and may include tuition remission, monthly stipends, or departmental appointments.
Out-of-state and international students who receive a competitive UH scholarship of $1,000 or more (including KGMCA awards) may receive a waiver of the out-of-state tuition portion, reducing their tuition to the in-state rate.
Competitive awards that support student research, residencies, creative projects, or conference participation. (varies by school)
Class '25
I AM SO GRATEFUL FOR THE SCHOLARSHIPS I RECEIVED FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON! WITHOUT THEIR SUPPORT, I WOULD NOT HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPLORE, INNOVATE, AND GROW ALONGSIDE MANY OTHER TALENTED STUDENTS. BEING PART OF THE UH COMMUNITY HAS POSITIVELY IMPACTED MY EDUCATION THROUGH OPPORTUNITIES TO LAST A LIFETIME.
鈥� Donald Rabin, Doctorate in Musical Arts & Masters in Arts Leadership
Explore Scholarship & Aid by School
Use the buttons below to view detailed information and application instructions for each program.
KGMCA Scholarships & Aid
Explore financial support options to fuel your creative journey鈥攃lick below to learn more about KGMCA Scholarships & Aid.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes. Some awards, including certain KGMCA scholarships, are funded through resources that require FAFSA completion. Even if you don鈥檛 accept loans, submitting the FAFSA can expand your eligibility.
Processes vary by school. In many cases, auditioning or submitting a portfolio serves as your application for scholarship consideration. Visit your school鈥檚 page for exact steps.
Yes. Students may receive awards from multiple sources, including school-specific endowments and university-wide programs.
Funds are posted to your student account through the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. Scholarship disbursal typically begins on the first day of class.
UH offers deferment and installment payment plans.
Payment Plans & Billing Options
Possibly. Scholarships may result in a refund after the first class day if your aid
exceeds charges. Waivers (such as in-state tuition waivers) reduce charges but do
not generate cash refunds.
Refund Policy
Contact Us
We鈥檙e here to support you鈥攃onnect with our financial aid team for answers, guidance, and next steps!