Music Scholarships

Find Music scholarships for students looking for funding in this field. Compare deadlines, award amounts, GPA requirements, eligibility rules, and application steps before applying.

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Available Music scholarships

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& Dahlee Morton Endowed Piano Scholarship

Education students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Amount Varies and a Jul 1, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Education studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 1, 2026

39 days left

None

Requirements

Eligible: United StatesStudy in: United States
EducationMusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGPA 3.0+
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Murphy Scholarship: Compassion in Action

Education students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of $1,000 and a Jul 8, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Education studentsEffort: MediumSource: Needs check

$1,000

Award Amount

Jul 8, 2026

46 days left

3 requirements

Requirements

Eligible: Mexico
EducationCommunityMusicDisabilityFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGPA 3.5+CAGAHIKYNMNY
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Stevens Scholarships in the Arts for the School of Theatre and Dance

Visual and Performing Arts students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Amount Varies and a Jul 15, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Visual and Performing Arts studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

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Award Amount

Jul 15, 2026

53 days left

None

Requirements

Eligible: United StatesStudy in: United States
ArtsMusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateILIllinois
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Jacob Memorial Scholarship for Arts and Music

Business, Management and Marketing students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of $1,000 and a Jul 27, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Business, Management and Marketing studentsEffort: MediumSource: Needs check

$1,000

Award Amount

Jul 27, 2026

65 days left

3 requirements

Requirements

Eligible: United StatesStudy in: United States
ArtsEducationMusicHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateGPA 3.5+CONY
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Marching Band Scholarship for Incoming Students

Visual and Performing Arts students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Amount Varies and a Jul 31, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Visual and Performing Arts studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

Amount Varies

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Jul 31, 2026

69 days left

None

Requirements

Eligible: United StatesStudy in: United States
MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateGPA 2.0+ILIllinois
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NIU Marching Band Scholarship

Visual and Performing Arts students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Amount Varies and a Jul 31, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Visual and Performing Arts studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 31, 2026

69 days left

None

Requirements

Eligible: United StatesStudy in: United States
MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateILIllinois
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and Rosemarie Cerrone NIU Marching Band Scholarship

Visual and Performing Arts students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Amount Varies and a Jul 31, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Visual and Performing Arts studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 31, 2026

69 days left

None

Requirements

Eligible: United StatesStudy in: United States
MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateGPA 2.0+ILIllinois
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Paul Memorial Scholarship

Visual and Performing Arts students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Amount Varies and a Jul 31, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Visual and Performing Arts studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 31, 2026

69 days left

None

Requirements

Eligible: United StatesStudy in: United States
MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateILIllinois
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Kalber Marching Band Student Scholarship

Visual and Performing Arts students can compare this scholarship with a listed award of Amount Varies and a Jul 31, 2026 deadline. Confirm eligibility and required materials before applying.

Best for: Visual and Performing Arts studentsEffort: UnknownSource: Needs check

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 31, 2026

69 days left

None

Requirements

Eligible: United StatesStudy in: United States
MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateGPA 2.0+ILIllinois

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Frequently asked questions about music scholarships

Who can apply for music scholarships?
Music scholarships may support instrumentalists, vocalists, composers, producers, conductors, music education majors, music therapy students, or students active in ensembles and community performance. Some awards are tied to a college music program, while others come from foundations, local arts groups, or professional associations. Eligibility may depend on auditions, recordings, repertoire, school level, GPA, financial need, location, or intended major.
Do music scholarships usually require an audition?
Many music scholarships require an audition, recording, or performance sample, but not all of them do. Some awards focus on essays, leadership, community involvement, composition, music education, or financial need. If an audition is required, check the format, repertoire rules, accompaniment expectations, file type, and deadline early. Recording or scheduling an audition often takes more planning than a standard application form.
How can I strengthen a music scholarship application?
Choose application materials that show both skill and commitment. Useful details can include ensemble participation, private study, competitions, performances, songwriting, production work, teaching, church or community music, or plans for music education or therapy. If the prompt allows, explain how music has shaped your goals and what the scholarship would help you do next, rather than relying only on a list of activities.

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