Schools apply to ASCA for funding to host residencies. Schools may apply for assisted residencies through the Structured or Self-Directed grant programs. Under these programs schools pay a fee and work with the AIE program managers to coordinate an artist residency. Schools pay a flat fee, the total of which depends upon whether the artist is local or not. Schools or districts with experience conducting residencies may apply for the Independent Artists in Schools grant.
Grantees coordinate their own program-usually with several artists in several schools.
Grantees must provide a fifty percent cash match and must pay artists on part with the AIS program and follow general residency guidelines. Grantees may use artists from the Talent Bank or get approval from AIE program staff or the AIE Committee before hiring an artist outside of the Talent Bank. When artists are selected by a school for a residency, they are paid a fee and provided with supplies, food, housing and travel. During a residency, the artist conducts workshops for students and teachers, and presents his or her own work to the community. Artists who excel in their profession and are able to excite others about their art are encouraged to apply.