Welcome to Art Academy of Cincinnati's online Future BFA application! This application is to submit your interest in attending the Future BFA Pre-College program at the Art Academy of Cincinnati. Registration is rolling and students are enrolled on a first-come first-serve basis until all student spots are filled. After you submit your application, it will be reviewed for completion and then you will receive notification to enroll by placing a $100 deposit to secure your spot in the program. A portion of this application is focused on financial aid. If you wish to apply for a scholarship for the Future BFA Pre-College program, please complete all the necessary fields and respond to the prompted questions. Scholarships range from partial to full fellowships that cover the cost of tuition and housing. Scholarships are awarded for both merit and need-based financial aid. Applicants to the Future BFA Pre-College program should be a rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior and in good academic standing with their High School. A personal interest in art, design, or creative writing is imperative as the program focuses on the development of a portfolio.

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