Training Scholarships

The Barrow Group strives to advance diverse voices in American theatre, television, and film.   We aim to create a pipeline of talent that better reflects the eclectic tapestry of our culture and empowers talent that has historically been marginalized.  Each year, The Barrow Group provides scholarships to BIPOC and students demonstrating financial need.  These scholarships give access to TBG's acclaimed professional acting, writing, directing, and teacher training and have been funded by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, HBO, the Citrin Foundation, and the GJS Family Fund.  

YOUTH

CRITERIA

• Applicants must demonstrate financial need. We consider a low-income family (as classified by the Department of Housing and Urban Development) as making 80% or less of AMI. In New York City, this would mean a maximum household income: 1 Person $95K, 2 People $108K, 3 People $122K, 4 People $135K, 5 People $146K
• Applicants must complete the online application, follow all submission guidelines and provide necessary documentation.

FOR APPLICANTS AGES 12 - 17

• Submit a copy of your most recent report card.
• Complete a 500 word essay explaining why you are interested in acting and why you are particularly interested in studying at The Barrow Group. Please include what you hope to gain by studying with us.

FOR APPLICANTS AGES 6 - 11

• Provide a copy of school attendance report.
• Submit 3 paragraphs explaining why they are interested in acting and why they are particularly interested in studying at The Barrow Group.
  
  
  

ADULTS

CRITERIA

• Prospective scholarship recipients must be 18 years of age or older
• Scholarship can be used for 6-12 week classes or partial scholarships for our 1-Year Program and 6-Week Summer Acting Program
• Only one application/submission per person
• Submit a letter of recommendation from someone in an academic or professional setting

Questions? Contact us at help@barrowgroup.org.