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Fred Ross Scholarship

Scholarship for New Brunswick art students

Offered by
Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation (SHMF)
Official source: sheilahughmackay.ca

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Funding available
$ 10,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Who can apply
Graduating New Brunswick high school students
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Overview

A four-year renewable scholarship for graduating New Brunswick students entering post-secondary studies in visual art or fine craft. It is valued at $10,000, with an initial payment of $2,500 on entrance to a recognized institution.

At a glance

Funding available

Maximum funding
$10,000
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available

Eligible candidates

Location
  • New Brunswick
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
  • Youth (<40)
Legal structures
All legal structures

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Latest changes

Fred Ross Scholarship updated for 2026 call

The Fred Ross Scholarship page now features a 2026 application call with a February 13, 2026 deadline and updated scholarship language.

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The Fred Ross Scholarship page now highlights the 2026 application call, including a February 13, 2026 deadline and a link to the current scholarship page for full details. The visible scholarship description also shifts in wording around the award value and the current cohort, so the details should be reviewed carefully against the active application instructions.

Official source: sheilahughmackay.ca
May 4, 2026

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Graduating New Brunswick high school students
  • Students entering visual arts programs
  • Students entering fine craft programs

Who is not eligible

  • Students not in their final year of New Brunswick high school
  • Applicants not entering post-secondary visual art or fine craft studies
  • Applicants not accepted by a recognized institution

Eligible expenses

  • Scholarship payment to the recipient’s chosen institution

Eligible geographic areas

  • New Brunswick

Activities funded

  • Post-secondary studies in visual art
  • Post-secondary studies in fine craft

How to apply

  • Step 1: Prepare the application
    • Complete the application form.
    • Prepare the artist statement, CV, reference letter, and image list.
    • Assemble the required visual materials.
  • Step 2: Submit the package
    • Mail the completed application and support materials to the foundation.
    • Submit by the stated deadline.
    • Applications by fax or email are not accepted.

Documents Needed

  • Completed application form
  • Artist statement
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Letter of reference
  • Numbered list of images

Selection criteria

  • Reviewed by experienced arts professionals
  • Awarded on a competitive basis

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed by a committee of experienced arts professionals.
  • Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis.
  • Renewal depends on proof of successful completion of university standards in the first, second, and third years of study.

Additional information

  • Applications may be submitted in English or French.
  • Receipt of applications is acknowledged by email.
  • Submitted materials are destroyed after adjudication.
  • Submission implies permission to publish parts of the application for promotion and award announcements.

Contacts

shmf@sheilahughmackay.ca
506.693.5647

Official sources

Fred Ross Scholarship - Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation

Program guide

2013 Fred Ross Scholarship Guidelines - Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation2014 Fred Ross Scholarship Guidelines2016 Fred Ross Scholarship Application Guidelines - Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Fred Ross Scholarship Program

What is the Fred Ross Scholarship?

A four-year renewable scholarship for graduating New Brunswick students entering post-secondary studies in visual art or fine craft. It is valued at $10,000, with an initial payment of $2,500 on entrance to a recognized institution.

How much funding can be received?

Fred Ross Scholarship Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Fred Ross Scholarship program?

To be eligible for the Fred Ross Scholarship program, you must: Final-year New Brunswick high school student Entering visual art or fine craft studies Accepted by a recognized institution

What expenses are eligible under Fred Ross Scholarship?

Scholarship payment to the recipient’s chosen institution

Who can I contact for more information about the Fred Ross Scholarship?

You can contact Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation (SHMF) by email at shmf@sheilahughmackay.ca or by phone at 506.693.5647.

Where is the Fred Ross Scholarship available?

The Fred Ross Scholarship program is available the province of New Brunswick.

Is the Fred Ross Scholarship a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Fred Ross Scholarship is a Grant and Funding