Scholarships

Basil Thompson Memorial Scholarship

In memory of Basil Thompson, renowned teacher, director, dancer and friend, CORPS de Ballet International is offering a $1000 scholarship for a university/college male dancer to support his training in classical ballet. This scholarship may be used for university/college tuition as part of a dance program or for a ballet-based summer workshop of the student’s choice. Scholarship award funds will be sent directly to the program of choice.

Louis Johnson Memorial Award

In memory of Louis Johnson—renowned dancer, choreographer, and educator—CORPS de Ballet International is offering a $1000 scholarship to support African-American and Black dancers in their studies of ballet in university and/or dance conservatory settings. This scholarship may be used for university/college tuition as part of a dance program or for a ballet-based summer workshop of the student’s choice. Scholarship award funds will be sent directly to the program of choice.

The CORPS de Ballet International is a professional organization dedicated to the development, exploration, and advancement of ballet in higher education.