<p>I’m posting these links not for the purpose of potential schools, but for the repeated advice that the best source of suggestions would be his mentors/teachers/peers at his undergrad program as well as any other networking contacts he’s developed professionally. They will know his strengths, and be far more able to direct him to programs he might consider.</p>
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<p>As KatMT says, parental income and assets will have no bearing (it typically will for law and medical school) once he has his bachelor’s. There is no need based aid available from the federal government beyond the Graduate PLUS loan in the student’s own name. (They may have changed the name with the last legislation, I’m not 100% certain on that.)</p>
<p>Talent scholarships are usually awarded, but amounts are are based on strength of audition, and will vary by institution depending on how each allocates resources. Further aid may come through the award of a TA or GA position which will reduce cost, or pay a stipend. He needs to thoroughly read the parameters and availability and procedures for applying at each institution he considers. Requirements are varied.</p>