Scholarship

 

Purpose

Scholarships through AMHC are designed to create equitable access to educational opportunities through AMHC for those who need it most. Members of the Education and Culture & Ethics Committees will evaluate all applications with the intention of supporting and empowering individuals who face systemic barriers, including but not limited to: those disadvantaged financially, BIPOC, disabled individuals, LGBTQIA+ community, and women. 

 

Eligibility Criteria

U.S. Applicants must provide evidence of financial need through one or more of the following:

• Documentation or proof showing participation in state assistance programs (e.g. Section 8, SNAP/EBT, FIP/TANF)

• Social Security/Social Security Disability benefit verification letter

• Documentation with proof of household income being below the Federal Poverty Level (FPL)

• Recent tax return confirming income level

• School or University waivers indicating that you are already receiving financial aid or tuition waivers from them

• Other documentation indicating financial strain

 

International Applicants must provide evidence of financial need through one or more of the following:

• Proof of benefits or social services that demonstrate financial need

• Income or salary certificates or pay slips

• Recent tax return confirming income level

• School or University waivers indicating that you are already receiving financial aid or tuition waivers from them

• Other documentation indicating financial strain

 

We ask that for your privacy and protection you cover any information that would include anything more than your name, address, and payment/income amounts. Please do not share any documentation where your SNAP card number, Social Security Number, or other private information is visible.

 

Scholarship Caps

• A maximum of 2 scholarships may be awarded for each Foundation class cycle

• 1 scholarship may be awarded for the AMHC’s Certification program per cycle

 

Process

• Applicants must complete a scholarship application form found here and provide all required documentation

• Applications will be reviewed by members of the Education and Culture & Ethics Committees who will look for the following:

  • Demonstrated financial need

  • Clear and complete application, turned in by deadline

  • Experience in theatre and/or film, or intention to work within that industry

  • Passion and enthusiasm for the arts, mental health advocacy, and uplifiting others through their work

  • What they hope to get out of taking the course(s) through AMHC

• You will receive a response to your application no later than one week before the start of the first day of class

• If your scholarship application is denied, you may still be considered for our Work Study program. Please indicate on your application if you would be interested in being considered for both the Scholarship AND Work Study opportunities.

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Work Study

 

Purpose

Work Study opportunities through AMHC are designed to create equitable access to educational opportunities through AMHC for those who need it most. This role allows individuals to contribute by taking valuable class notes, ensuring that everyone benefits from the shared learning experience. In return, you'll have the chance to attend all classes for reduced tuition, gain practical experience, and build connections with peers and instructors. Work study through AMHC blends learning, working, and networking, all while supporting the success of the class as a whole. Members of the Education and Culture & Ethics Committees will evaluate all applications with the intention of supporting and empowering individuals who face systemic barriers, including but not limited to: those disadvantaged financially, BIPOC, disabled individuals, LGBTQIA+ community, and women. 

 

Eligibility Criteria

U.S. Applicants must provide evidence of financial need through one or more of the following:

• Documentation or proof showing participation in state assistance programs (e.g. Section 8, SNAP/EBT, FIP/TANF)

• Social Security/Social Security Disability benefit verification letter

• Documentation with proof of household income being below the Federal Poverty Level (FPL)

• Recent tax return confirming income level

• School or University waivers indicating that you are already receiving financial aid or tuition waivers from them

• Other documentation indicating financial strain

 

International Applicants must provide evidence of financial need through one or more of the following:

• Proof of benefits or social services that demonstrate financial need

• Income or salary certificates or pay slips

• Recent tax return confirming income level

• School or University waivers indicating that you are already receiving financial aid or tuition waivers from them

• Other documentation indicating financial strain

 

We ask that for your privacy and protection you cover any information that would include anything more than your name, address, and payment/income amounts. Please do not share any documentation where your SNAP card number, Social Security Number, or other private information is visible.

• Demonstrated financial need

• Availability for all classes

• Completion of application form-including resume or CV

• Possible Interview

• Commitment to position

 

Work Study Caps

• A maximum of 2 work study-approved applicants will be allowed per class cycle, including Foundations, and Certification program(s).

 

Process

• Applicants must complete work study application form found here and provide all required documentation

• Applications will be reviewed by members of the Education and Culture & Ethics Committees who will look for the following:

  • Demonstrated financial need

  • Clear and complete application, turned in by deadline

  • Experience in theatre and/or film, or intention to work within that industry

  • Passion and enthusiasm for the arts, mental health advocacy, and uplifting others through their work

  • What they hope to get out of taking the course(s) through AMHC’

 

• You will receive a response to your application no later than one week before the start of the first day of class

 

Description of Role

• Work-Study students will be required to do the following:

1. Note taking during class for distribution to all students following class

2. Reviewing slides before class and gathering relevant links and resources to be shared in the chat during class

3. Monitoring the Zoom chat and uplifting comments, questions, and resources therein

4. Performing Zoom tasks behind the scenes including organization breakout rooms