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Dance Scholarship Opportunities

At South Coast Performing Arts, we are proud to offer scholarship programs that open doors for passionate and dedicated young dancers. Whether you are seeking support based on financial need or excellence in the arts, we are here to nurture your journey.

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For more information or assistance with the scholarship process, please contact stacey@southcoastperformingarts.com. We’re excited to welcome and support our next generation of artists!

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Tustin, CA Dance Scholarship

Talia Serra Bradley

Memorial Scholarship

The Talia Serra Bradley Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance to help families continue their dance education journey. Our goal is to impact as many dancers as possible each season, with a base award of $500 per dancer for the August–June season.

Award Criteria

  • Must have completed at least one year of prior dance training.

  • Ages 5–18.

  • Must have a strong attendance record, demonstrate talent, promise, and dedication.

  • Family must demonstrate financial need.

  • Students must be positive role models within the SCPA community.

  • Scholarship recipients participate in group dances only (no solos, duos, or trios).

  • Must volunteer 1–3 hours weekly assisting in classes (ages 11+); parents assist at events if dancer is too young.

  • Recital, costume, and competition fees are not included.

How to Apply

  • Complete the Application Form, Parent Statement, and Student Profile Form.

  • Submit by June 1st.

  • Applications must be complete with all required financial documentation to be considered.

Dance Merit Scholarship

Merit Based Scholarship

This award honors dancers who excel artistically, academically, and as leaders within their community.

  • Winner: $1,000 scholarship

  • Two Finalists: $250 scholarship each

Award Criteria

Applicants are evaluated across three main categories:
Artistic Merit • Leadership • Academic Achievement

Application Components:

  • 3-minute solo dance video (one continuous take, any style)

  • Resume (Dance Training, Performance, Leadership, Awards)

  • 500-word Essay: “What impact has dance had on your life, and how do you plan to use this influence to impact others?”

  • Leadership and Choreography Experience

  • Current GPA (3.0 minimum) with transcript

  • Recommendation Letter from a current teacher

  • Two photos (1 headshot, 1 action dance photo)

How to Apply

  • Submit all materials by June 1st.

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Community Scholarship

SCPA is proud to offer one full scholarship to a student from each of our local participating schools for the 2025–2026 dance season!

What’s Included

  • 100% tuition for one weekly dance class (August–June)

  • 20% OFF dancewear in our in-studio shop

  • 20% OFF recital costumes and tickets

  • A full season of creativity, growth, and connection!

Who Is This Scholarship For?

Each recipient will be a student who:

  • Demonstrates kindness and respect toward others

  •  Shows focus and responsibility in school

  •  Has financial need that may otherwise limit access to extracurricular activities

How Are Students Selected?

Scholarship recipients will be chosen by school administration at each participating campus and announced by September 1

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