The CBC Spouses Performing Arts Scholarship was established in 2000, in honor of the late Curtis Mayfield to ensure that African-American or Black students pursuing a degree in the performing arts receive financial assistance. Performing arts include theater, drama, comedy, music, dance, opera, marching bands, etc. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident. Applicants must be preparing to pursue, or currently pursuing, an undergraduate, graduate or doctoral degree at an accredited college or university. Current high school seniors are also eligible to apply. They must also have permanent residency or attend an academic institution in a CBC Member's District. Applicants must submit a video response as their personal statement. In the video, applicants must discuss how they will use their education to bring change in their community. Applicants must also submit a video of their work, not exceeding 2 minutes. Applicants must also submit one letter of recommendation and provide the name of the U.S. Representative based on their permanent address. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. for more information.