Financial Assistance for Aspiring Artists
At RMTC, no child is denied participation in our educational programs based on financial limitations. Financial assistance, through RMTC’s James Hatcher Founder’s Fund, is available for qualifying students.
To apply, please read the following instructions carefully as assistance awards are made based on these criteria. Parents or Guardians must submit all information and documentation requested by the deadline listed below. Funds are limited and completed form, including tax information, must be received no later than the listed date. Financial Aid is available for programs which cost $150 or more.
Deadlines for Completed Applications:
Financial Aid Deadlines
Spring Classes – not accepting applications at this time
Summer Classes & Camps – May 1, 2021
*All applications are submitted for review one week after the above deadline. Awards are made two weeks after the above deadline.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Before registering, you must complete the online financial aid application. All sections must be completed fully and accurately. If more than one student in a family is applying for assistance, a separate application is needed for each student. Click here to fill out online form.
As part of your application, you must submit a copy of the most recent
Tax Form completed by your family (Form 1040, 1040A or 1040EZ).
Applications are reviewed weekly, and you will be notified via email regarding your award of financial assistance. That award email will include personalized instructions on how to register for the class online. DO NOT register online prior to receiving this award email.
SELECTION POLICY:
Applications are sent to the Financial Aid Committee after the listed deadline. Financial aid decisions are made according to the following criteria:
• Financial need, as indicated by family size, income, and/or extenuating circumstances
• Availability of funds
• Applicant’s payment history with RMTC
AWARD OBLIGATIONS:
•Student must demonstrate consistent attendance.
•Student must receive positive evaluations from instructor.
•Recipient must pay tuition balance not covered by financial assistance.
The James Hatcher Founders Fund
In 2004, RMTC launched the James Hatcher Founder’s Fund with commitments of $1,000 from 100 gracious benefactors who envisioned the creation of scholarship programs for young artists. Their initial $100,000 has grown to encompass merit- and need-based scholarships to provide vital arts education programming for youth who might not otherwise be able to experience it.
Through the generosity of donors to the Hatcher Fund, young artists can receive:
Be part of making a difference in the lives of children! Give today, and designate your gift to the Hatcher Fund to help make arts education a reality for a child.
To apply, please contact the RMTC business office:
(205) 324-2424
