Ralph J. Torraco Fine Arts Scholarship
UNICO Foundation
About
The UNICO Foundation will grant two $2,500 scholarships to students pursuing a degree in Fine Arts, including performing, visual, or technical arts. Applicants must be U.S. citizens attending an accredited campus-based college or university full time and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. The awards are for study during the 2027-2028 academic year.
The UNICO National mission is to promote the image of Italian Americans along with Italian heritage and culture by supporting charitable, scientific, cultural, educational, and literary projects.
Who can apply
Reside in or have a UNICO Chapter/District sponsor from one of the listed states
“Applicants must reside in or have a UNICO Chapter/District sponsor from one of the following states: California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, or Wisconsin.”
Be a U.S. citizen
“Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.”
Be attending full-time at an accredited campus-based college or university
“Be a student currently attending, full-time, an accredited campus-based college/university program in the United States”
Have a minimum GPA of 3.0
“Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0”
Online degree programs are not eligible
“Online degree programs are not eligible for UNICO scholarships.”
Be pursuing study within the 2027-2028 academic year
“These scholarships are for applicants that will continue studies within the academic year 2027-2028.”