Financial Aid
Most students need some financial assistance when it comes to affording a quality college education. At Nossi, financial aid is available for those who qualify and may include Federal Pell Grants, Direct Loan Programs, Social Security and United States Department of Veterans Affairs programs, Tennessee Student Assistant Awards, and Federal Direct (Parent) PLUS loans. The college’s financial aid office is happy to assist you in applying for federal aid. Complete details can be obtained through this office during campus tours and appointments. Schedule your tour today!
If you are in the military and are interested in discovering what benefits the government provides for college, visit our Military Page to find Veteran Benefits, Federal Aid, and Loans.
Start Your Financial Aid Application
If you want to begin the Financial Aid process on your own, please click the button below.
When prompted, enter Nossi College of Art and Design’s code: 017347 — This notifies our team and allows us to prepare for your future campus visit. We will also be able to better inform you of funds available for your education. If you get stuck in the process or have any questions, please click the Email Finacial Aid button below or call us free at 615-514-2787 (ARTS).
Scholarships
We believe that finances should not be an obstacle when pursuing a creative arts degree. Therefore another form of financial aid we offer is in-state and out-of-state scholarship options for high school, transfer, adult, and Nossi alumni students.
High School Scholarships
Nossi Hope Scholarship
Did you earn a cumulative 3.0 GPA in high school OR did you score at least a 21 on your ACT? Did you qualify to receive a State-Based Education Lottery Scholarship from TN, AR, FL, GA, NM, SC, or WV? Then you can apply for Nossi's HOPE Scholarship. Nossi HOPE rewards you for your hard work and academic honors!
The Nossi Promise
This scholarship is open to all Tennessee residents who are a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen, graduating from an eligible high school, and enrolling in college no later than the subsequent Fall semester following graduation (prior to your 19 birthday). The Nossi Promise scholarship cannot be combined with the Nossi Hope scholarship.
The Nossi Counts Scholarship
This scholarship is open to all Alabama residents who are a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen, graduating from an eligible high school, and enrolling in college no later than the subsequent Fall semester following graduation with a minimum GPA of 2.75 and ACT score of 29 or below.
KEES to Nossi Scholarship
Did you qualify for the Kentucky KEES due to your high academic honors? If so, then you can apply for the KEES to Nossi Scholarship. You earned a reward for good grades in Kentucky – keep your reward even if you want to come to college in Tennessee with the KEES to Nossi!
The Nossi TOPS Scholarship
Did you earn the Taylor Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS) in Louisiana? If so, and you earned a 3.5+ GPA or scored a 23+ ACT score; then you could be eligible for the Nossi Tops Performance Scholarship.
Nossi TOPS Opportunity Scholarship
Did you earn the Taylor Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS) in Louisiana? If so, and you earned a 3.0+ GPA or a 20 ACT+ score; then you could be eligible for the Nossi Tops Opportunity Scholarship.
Mahtaban Scholarship for High School Seniors
Established in memory of Ms. Nossi Vatandoost’s mother, Ms. Mahtaban, this scholarship is awarded to students enrolling in Nossi's Graphic Design Media or Commercial Illustration programs. Students must demonstrate an exceptional ability in artistic expression, creativity, and a promising future as a professional, commercial artist/designer. Portfolios will be required for this scholarship.
Annual Deadline is April 15th
The Presidential Scholarship for High School Seniors
This scholarship is for students enrolling in the bachelor's degree for Commercial Photography or Video & Film programs. Students must demonstrate an exceptional ability in photography or video & film and a promising future as a commercial digital photographer/videographer. Portfolios will be required for this scholarship.
Annual Deadline is April 15th
The Josephine Mandriota Culinary Scholarship
Established in the memory of Chef Anthony Madriota's grandmother, this scholarship is a tribute to her legacy that inspired Chef Anthony to pursue his passion for culinary arts. Designed for seniors enrolling in our Culinary Arts program who demonstrate exceptional ability in culinary skill, creativity, and a promising future in culinary arts.
Annual Deadline is April 15th
The Governor's Scholarship
Awarded to Alumni of the Governor’s School for the Arts. The scholarship recipient must be a first-time freshman, enroll within one (1) year after graduation, and have a 3.0+ GPA or 21+ ACT on their high school transcript. GSA students must provide documentation of completion at the time of application. Download the Governor's Scholarship rules & regulations. This award may not be combined with any other Nossi College of Art and Design talent-based scholarships.
Nossi Scholastic Scholarship
Awarded to a high school senior who has shown exceptional creativity in the visual arts by being selected for a Silver Key, Gold Key, or America Vision Medalist by the Scholastic Art Awards. The student must provide documentation of the award at the time of application.
Pro-Start Culinary Scholarship
The Nossi ProStart Scholarship is awarded to high school students who have completed the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) requirements within the ProStart curriculum.
Strive For Success
Established for graduating High School seniors enrolling in Nossi College of Art and Design who have special financial needs, this scholarship is designed to help. Want to pursue a college degree and wish to further your education at Nossi College of Art and Design? Consider this needs-based scholarship.
Adult & Transfer Scholarships
The Josephine Mandriota Culinary Scholarship
This scholarship was established in the memory of Chef Anthony Madriota's grandmother and is a tribute to her legacy that inspired Chef Anthony to pursue his passion in the culinary arts. Specifically for transfer or adult students demonstrating exceptional ability in culinary skill, creativity, and a promising future as a professional culinarian. This scholarship may be available for adult students within the United States or Internationally. Download The Josephine Mandriota Culinary Scholarship.
Annual Deadline is April 15th
Mahtaban for Transfer or Adult Students
Established in memory of Ms. Nossi Vatandoost’s mother, Ms. Mahtaban, this scholarship is for students enrolling in Nossi College’s Graphic Design Media, Commercial Illustration or Web & Interactive Design programs. Students must demonstrate an exceptional ability in artistic expression, creativity and a promising future as a professional, commercial artist or designer. Download the Mahtaban Scholarship rules and regulations. Portfolios will be required to earn this scholarship.
Annual Deadline is April 15th
The Presidential Scholarship for Transfer or Adult Students
This scholarship is for students enrolling in Nossi College of Art and Design’s bachelor’s degree in Commercial Photography or Video & Film programs. Students must demonstrate an exceptional ability in photography or video and film and a promising future as a commercial digital photographer or videographer. Download the rules and regulations for the Presidential Scholarship. Portfolios will be required to earn this scholarship.
Annual Deadline is April 15th
Culinary Arts Advisory Board Scholarship
Nossi College of Art and Design is proud to partner with distinguished organizations throughout Middle Tennessee. We want to offer the Culinary Arts Advisory Board Scholarship to their current employees wishing to pursue a culinary degree with Nossi College of Art and Design. View Nossi's Culinary Arts Advisory Board to see if you qualify.
Adult Education Scholarship
Our Adult Education Scholarship is for those adults who have never attended college but want to consider an exciting, creative new career path. We offer both need-based scholarships, as well as grants and aid to help with finances not otherwise covered.
Continuing Education Scholarship
If you’re an adult who started college after high school but never got around to finishing, this program is for you. We have flexible options for financing your education on your terms. Let us help you earn your creative degree at Nossi.
Alumni Scholarships
The Alumni Scholarship
Nossi College of Art and Design offers an Alumni Scholarship for Associate and Bachelor degrees to any qualified Nossi graduate or their immediate family members including a spouse, children, parents, grandparents, or siblings. The scholarship is awarded to students who are talented and meet or exceed the admissions requirements.
Outside Scholarships
Outside scholarships can include but are certainly not limited to your high school, local businesses, national companies, a church group, charitable foundations/service organizations in your community, your current employer, and your parent's employer.
Find scholarships by searching on the Internet for organizations from your city and/or county:
- Rotary Club
- Elks Club
- Lions Club
- Kiwanis Club
- Civitan Club
Also, search "Community Foundation of __ (your city and/or county)" and "college scholarships in __ (your city and/or county)."
Collegeboard and Fastweb are free sites for Outside Scholarships. Create an account and then narrow down your search criteria to discover scholarships geared towards your interests and/or demographics.
The U.S. Department of Labor also has a scholarship search site.
It is vital you know when a scholarship opens the application process and the deadline to apply. The main outside scholarship season could begin as early as November.
Be cautious about who you give your info to when applying for scholarships!
Fixed Tuition Policy
An education at Nossi College of Art and Design doesn’t just position you competitively for career opportunities; we also offer your education at the most cost-effective art education tuition rates in Nashville. Nossi College of Art and Design’s Fixed Tuition Program helps you plan your entire college budget, beginning with your first day of class. Fixed Tuition is a financial aid and scholarship policy enacted so you can maintain and control your budget without fear of a tuition hike. We’re confident our low tuition rates and our Fixed-Tuition Policy will provide you with the best value available for your investment.
Why is our fixed-tuition policy beneficial?
Unlike other art colleges or universities where tuition rates fluctuate from year to year, we promise your tuition rates will never increase as long as you are continuously enrolled in your degree program at Nossi throughout your college career.
What makes an education at Nossi College of Art & Design so attractive?
- Our competitive fixed-tuition rates
- Art degree instructors who are also professionals in their respective industries
- A 55,000-square-foot Nashville facility stocked with technology conducive to fully developing your talents
- A curriculum that produces creatively-charged students
Program Specific Costs
| Cost Details | Two-Year Associates Degree | Four-Year Bachelor's Degree |
|---|---|---|
| Total Semesters | Six (6) Total Semesters | Eleven (11) Total Semesters |
| 2025 Tuition Amount | ||
| Tuition Charges Per Semester | $6,700 | $6,700 |
| Total Tuition | $40,200 | $73,700 |
| 2026 Tuition Amount | ||
| Tuition Charges Per Semester | $6,900 | $6,900 |
| Total Tuition | $41,400 | $75,900 |
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