Creative Experiential Learning Funding

Application for Creative Experiential Learning Funding opens March 13th

In the creative fields, summer experiential opportunities are quite common, helping students investigate career options, develop skills, and link studio learning to the world of work. These training programs usually occur in the visual arts, performing arts, or writing and differ from internships as their primary focus is on the production, creation, and improvement of arts-specific skills. Examples of these opportunities include:

• Festivals (film/music/theatre)
• Summer Intensives
• Workshops or masterclasses
• Residency or studio programs
• Academies or institutes

The Greene Center offers financial support for these experiences of $500 – $1,000 per person. Both in-person and online experiences are acceptable, however we can only sponsor opportunities for the summer.

Application Timelines

Applications open: We accept applications for virtual, hybrid and in-person experiences. Students looking to start drafting their application can use this worksheet to start compiling the information and essays you will need to submit once the application opens.

Application Deadline – April 7th, 11:59pm Please submit your application by April 7th for consideration. There is no benefit to submitting your application early, so please take your time to craft a strong application and put yourself in the best position for receiving funding.

APPLICATIONS WILL OPEN FOR 2025 on MARCH 13th

Are you Eligible?

• Undergraduate students who will continue enrollment into Fall 2025 (including Dec 2025 graduates).
• Enrolled in the School of Arts & Sciences or Hajim School of Engineering & Applied Sciences for at least one-degree program.
• Must be interested in pursuing a career in the arts (music, theater, dance, literature, film, visual arts, etc.).
• Can document expenses for program tuition, room/board, travel, etc.
• Students must be already accepted into a program to apply for funding (an acceptance letter is part of the application requirements).

Not eligible for funding

• Classes – Full-fledged (credited or non-credited) courses at a higher education institution.
• Internships – If you receive an internship, you can apply to Summer Internship Funding instead.
• Summer research opportunities mentored by a UR Faculty member – UR summer research projects are eligible for funding under the Office of Undergraduate Research’s Summer DISCOVER Fund.
• Entrepreneurial projects – Connect with the Ain Center for Entrepreneurship for different financial supports.

Evaluation and Payment Process for Experiential Funds

Applications are evaluated based on funding requested, the completeness and quality of the application, the budget justification, and career impact statements. You are encouraged to follow our evaluation rubric when creating your application.

Awarded amounts are $500 – $1,000.