Scholarship Application
Apply to Receive a Scholarship
This scholarship is meant to provide access to educational resources for historically underrepresented groups in the motion design industry. Apply for free access into one of our session-based courses.
Registration Opens
October 17, 2022
Class Start Date:
May 8, 2023
April 10, 2023
April 10, 2023
Course Length:
Session Duration:
3 Payments of
Instant-Access! Start learning immediately.
100% Free! Start learning immediately.
This Course Bundle Includes:
of video lessons,
guides, and access to our 24/7 motion community
podcasts, guides, and support
from our amazing team!
guides, and access to our
24/7 motion community!
podcasts, guides, and access to
our 24/7 motion community!
podcasts, guides, community
and critique from pros!
WEEK 1
Learn the secrets of high-end work
Better than in-person training
School of Motion instant-access courses are unlike anything you've ever experienced. Along with world-class training, you'll also get access to tons of professional project files and a 24/7 network of likeminded artists, and more support than you'll know what to do with.
Over 20,000 artists have taken School of Motion courses, find out what all the hype is about.
School of Motion courses are unlike anything you've ever experienced. Along with world-class training, you'll also get 1-on-1 feedback from an industry pro, a 24/7 network of likeminded artists, and more support than you'll know what to do with.
Over 17,000 artists have taken School of Motion courses, find out what all the hype is about.
This instant-access course features
Exercises and project files for every lesson
Each course comes packed with free project files, assets, and additional material to keep you learning and growing long after the course ends. Our exercises are designed from real world briefs, so you’re learning the skills you need to excel on your next project or venture.
Permanent access to course materials
We all need a refresher now and again, which is why you’ll keep access to your course—and all the assets and project files—for the rest of your life. Come back to listen to exclusive interviews, review old lessons, and try out new techniques using your old assets.
Support from the School of Motion team
Reach out to our incredible support team at any time to answer questions about the material, or to help you find the best way to achieve your career goals. We are here to help.
This instant-access course features
Exercises and project files for every lesson
Each course comes packed with free project files, assets, and additional material to keep you learning and growing long after the course ends. Our exercises are designed from real world briefs, so you’re learning the skills you need to excel on your next project or venture.
Real-world examples and video training
We go above and beyond when producing our courses, making sure that the curriculum is presented in the right order, with the right examples, and using the best practices currently used in the industry. In short, you're learning to do things the way they're done in the real world.
Permanent access to course materials
We all need a refresher now and again, which is why you’ll keep access to your course—and all the assets and project files—for the rest of your life. Come back to listen to exclusive interviews, review old lessons, and try out new techniques using your old assets.
A world-wide artist community
You’ll gain instant access to our 24/7 motion design community, The Square. Here you can network with professional artists at every stage of their career. You’ll get to meet new friends, ask for help, and build your network.
This instant-access course features
Exercises and project files for every lesson
Each course comes packed with free project files, assets, and additional material to keep you learning and growing long after the course ends. Our exercises are designed from real world briefs, so you’re learning the skills you need to excel on your next project or venture.
Real-world examples and video training
We go above and beyond when producing our courses, making sure that the curriculum is presented in the right order, with the right examples, and using the best practices currently used in the industry. In short, you're learning to do things the way they're done in the real world.
Permanent access to course materials
We all need a refresher now and again, which is why you’ll keep access to your course—and all the assets and project files—for the rest of your life. Come back to listen to exclusive interviews, review old lessons, and try out new techniques using your old assets.
A world-wide artist community
You’ll gain instant access to our 24/7 motion design community, The Square. Here you can network with professional artists at every stage of their career. You’ll get to meet new friends, ask for help, and build your network.
What makes us different?
Cohort-Based Learning
Join artists from around the world on our custom learning platform. Never learn alone, as you’ll have immediate access to a forum of fellow students to share work, ask questions, and improve together.
Exercises and project files for every lesson
Each course comes packed with free project files, assets, and additional material to keep you learning and growing long after the course ends. Our exercises are designed from real world briefs, so you’re learning the skills you need to excel on your next project or venture.
Technical and creative support along the way
You’ll be assigned a Teaching Assistant with years of experience in your chosen course. They’ll provide technical and creative feedback to guide you through new skills, improve your techniques, and provide encouragement along your journey.
Verified credential upon course completion
Completing a course isn’t just about bragging rights. Once you’ve completed at least 70% of your work in a given course, you’ll earn a verified credential that can show current and future employers exactly what you’ve accomplished.
Permanent access to course materials
We all need a refresher now and again, which is why you’ll keep access to your course—and all the assets and project files—for the rest of your life. Come back to listen to exclusive interviews, review old lessons, and try out new techniques using your old assets.
A world-wide alumni community
You’ll gain instant access to our alumni platform, The Square. Here you can network with professional artists at every stage of their career. You’ll get access to new job opportunities and exclusive alumni events, such as meetups, virtual hangouts and reel reviews.
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School of Motion
You will first hear from a few School of Motion staff members who will explain how to complete the application process for your selected course. If your application is accepted, you will gain access to the School of Motion course you applied to free of charge. Every course experience includes unlimited critiques from your assigned Teaching Assistant, access to the School of Motion alumni network, engaging in the classroom with fellow students, and learning from one of our amazing instructors! Our instructors are all renowned in their work and will help you not just advance your skills, but change your thought process and workflow to be efficient and creative.
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Our no-risk money back policy
We want to make sure you have a positive learning experience with us, so for any session based course you're enrolled in, you can request a refund any time within 30 days of purchase.
We want to make sure you have a positive learning experience with us, so for any session based course you're enrolled in, you can request a refund up until the end of Week 3 of the course
Registration Opens
October 17, 2022
Class Start Date:
May 8, 2023
April 10, 2023
April 10, 2023
Course Length:
Session Duration:
3 Payments of
Instant-Access! Start learning immediately.
100% Free! Start learning immediately.
Join over 20,000 alumni around the globe
Frequently Asked Questions
All applicants will be notified via email whether their application was accepted before the registration period closes.
This scholarship will be available four times a year! If your application is not accepted, we encourage you to apply again the following application period. You can reapply for the same course the next time and reuse your homework locker submission, or you can apply for a different course.
Motion Forward is an organization dedicated to making motion design education accessible and providing career growth opportunities to marginalized groups all over the world. Interested individuals will have the opportunity to apply for a scholarship each session. Motion Forward will select the recipients each application period. Scholarship recipients will have the opportunity to take a School of Motion course and Motion Forward will help provide guidance and opportunities for recipients throughout and more importantly after they've completed the course.
You cannot resubmit the application form. The application period will be open for 4 weeks, so please take your time to avoid any errors!
You can only apply for one course per application period.
Unfortunately no. We have a limited number of scholarships for each course and select them all before reaching out. If you were notified your application was accepted, that means that all the course scholarships were already given out for that session. You can always apply to the course you think is a better fit the following application period!
You will not recognize your work when class is over.
Our courses have been meticulously designed to simulate real-world situations so that you're learning best-practices from day one. You'll be challenged, supported, and celebrated by your fellow artists as you level-up in real-time.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career?
Registration Opens
October 17, 2022
Class Start Date:
May 8, 2023
April 10, 2023
April 10, 2023
Course Length:
Session Duration:
3 Payments of
Instant-Access! Start learning immediately.
100% Free! Start learning immediately.