SADI 2026 Scholarship Application

DEADLINE: Friday, March 13, 2026 11:59 PM EST

Program Information:
Moore College of Art & Design hosts the Summer Art & Design Institute (SADI), a 3-credit, four-week residential pre-college program in Philadelphia for young women and non-binary students in grades 10–12.

Scholarships:
Limited, competitive scholarships may be available based on financial need, academic merit, and creative talent. Funds are not guaranteed.

Application Requirements:
Please prepare the following required materials before proceeding to the application below.

Completed S ADI 2026 Registration
High school transcript
Letter of recommendation (teacher, counselor, or mentor)
Letter of hardship (prompts below)
Personal statement (prompts below)
Portfolio: 5–7 artworks in any medium
International students must also submit TOEFL scores

Questions?
Email us at ce@moore.edu or call (215) 965-4015. Our hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm EST.

STUDENT INFORMATION

Student First Name *

Student Preferred Name
**Please note that if provided, this will become the primary name used in ALL future communications you will receive from the college. Otherwise, Legal First Name will be utilized.

Student Last Name *

Student Date of Birth *

Is the student Hispanic or Latinx?

Regardless of your answer to the prior question, please check one or more of the following groups you consider your student to be a member:

Student Gender Identity *

Student Sex Assigned at Birth*

Student Email Address *

Student Phone *

I would like to receive text message updates from Moore College of Art & Design!

Student Mailing Address *

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER

Why do we ask for your social security number?
Moore College of Art & Design is required to file a Form 1098-T for enrolled students across the college and for whom a reportable transaction is made. This is a secure platform.

I acknowledge that I have read and understand Moore's social security number requirement.

Student Social Security Number *
Numbers only, no dashes or spaces (ex: 123456789)

PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION

Parent/Guardian First Name *

Parent/Guardian Last Name *

Parent/Guardian Relationship *

Parent/Guardian Phone Number *

Parent/Guardian Email *

ACADEMIC INFORMATION

Expected High School Graduation Year *

Student School Name *

*** Hidden ***High School CEEB

Student GPA *

High School Transcript *

Grades from at least 3 consecutive marking periods preferred

Letter of Recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor, or mentor *

TOEFL Test Scores (international applicants only)

FINANCIAL INFORMATION & LETTER OF HARDSHIP

Total Annual Household Income (before taxes):
Please select the range that best represents your household’s total annual income before taxes.
(Include income from all sources for anyone contributing to the household.)

Is your child eligible for free or reduced lunch at school?

Yes

No

Prefer not to disclose

Does your family receive any form of public assistance?
(e.g., SNAP, Medicaid, Housing Assistance)

Yes

No

Prefer not to disclose

Letter of Hardship *
Parents or guardians must write a brief 500–750 word letter of hardship responding to the following prompts. The letter of hardship must be written by the parent/guardian:

Financial Challenges: Explain any recent financial hardships, such as job loss, medical expenses, or other significant changes affecting your ability to afford the program.
Family Circumstances: Provide context about unique family situations, such as supporting multiple dependents or single-income households, that impact your ability to pay for the program.
Limited Access to Resources: Highlight any barriers your student faces, such as a lack of access to quality art programs or materials in your community.
Education Priorities: Describe why this program is essential for your student's artistic and academic growth and how financial support would make their participation possible.
Commitment to Their Future: Share how your student’s dedication to art and design aligns with their career aspirations and why this opportunity at Moore College of Art & Design is critical for their development.
Any additional financial circumstances you’d like us to consider.

PERSONAL STATEMENT

Personal Statement *
Students must write a 500–750 word personal statement responding to the following prompts. The statement must be written by the applicant:

Describe yourself.
Who are you as an artist?
Where do you see yourself in 3 years?
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

PORTFOLIO

Portfolio Submission

Applicants must submit 5–7 original artworks in any medium that showcase artistic strengths, ideas, concepts, and technical ability. We recommend including 1-3 direct observational drawings.

Helpful Resources:

Video Tutorial (please note: only 5-7 artworks are required for this submission)
Portfolio Prep Guide

What is Direct Observation? Drawing from real life—people, objects, or spaces around you. Drawings copied from photos, posters, or others' artwork are not considered observational.

Artwork 1 *

Artwork 2 *

Artwork 3 *

Artwork 4 *

Artwork 5 *

Artwork 6

Artwork 7

Tiktok

Instagram

Portfolio Website Link (optional)

DOUBLE CHECK BEFORE YOU SUBMIT!

Application Checklist *

Completed Registration

High school transcript

Letter of recommendation from a teacher, guidance counselor or mentor

Financial Information & Letter of hardship

Personal Statement

Portfolio