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Music-Related Scholarships
School Band & Orchestra Magazine Essay Scholarship
This scholarship offers prize money to students who write an essay of 250 words or less on a music theme. The deadline for the 21st annual essay contest is December 31, 2020.
Davidson Fellows
The Davidson Fellowship is open to students who can demonstrate noteworthy achievements through the creation of a “significant piece of work” aimed at improving the lives of others in several subject areas, including music. A “significant piece of work” in music would be an exemplary performance and/or another demonstration of extraordinary accomplishment.
VSA International Young Soloists Competition
Each year, outstanding young musicians with disabilities, ages 14-25, are recognized by the VSA International Young Soloists Competition. The Kennedy Center selects up to four winners from around the world. Applicants can apply as an instrumental or vocal soloist, or as ensembles. The competition is open to all genres. Selected musicians win a $2,500 prize, professional development activities, and the opportunity to perform at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.
Any musician with a disability is eligible to apply as either a domestic applicant or an international applicant. The competition is open to soloists as well as ensembles of up to five members. For ensembles to be eligible, at least one musician must have a disability, and all members must be between the ages of 14-25.
All genres of music are accepted, including but not limited to classical, jazz, hip-hop, rap, rock/alt rock, pop, indie, bluegrass, folk, country, R&B/blues, Latin, and World
Deadline: The 2021-2022 application is expected to open at the end of October.
Application information can be found on the VSA website (Links to an external site.).
National YoungArts Foundation
YoungArts accepts applications from young artists in the categories of Classical Music, Dance, Design Arts, Film, Jazz, Photography, Theater, Visual Arts, Voice and Writing for its national competition. Artists age 15-18 or in grades 10-12 may apply to win cash awards and scholarships and the chance to be named a U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts.
Tri-M Music Honor Society Chapter of the Year Music Scholarships
These scholarships are available to members of the Tri-M® Music Honor Society (Links to an external site.), a program of NAfME. The scholarship program offers scholarship money for summer study programs to chapters that win one of three recognitions at the national level in each division: senior (high school) and junior (middle school). Scholarship money is awarded by the advisors of the winning chapters to deserving students.
Schmidt Vocal Scholarships
Schmidt Vocal Competition winners who choose to pursue a career in music may be eligible for need-based scholarship assistance to their college or university of choice.
Acoustical Society of America International Year of Sound Student Competition
Competition for students aged 13 to 18 years old – Students are asked to write a stanza of 4 verses in mother tongue and/or in English, inspired by the melody and the refrain of the song “The Sound Of The World” as well as by the motto of IYS2020 “Importance of Sound for Society and the World.”
Jazz at the Ballroom Scholarships for California Students
The competition is open to high school jazz instrumentalists in California. Three winners will be picked by a panel of professional jazz musicians based on their submissions and awarded $1000 each to further their music studies. The students who aren’t finalists are invited to join a database of students invited to free workshops.
In addition, the winners’ respective schools will also receive $500 to support the ongoing development of their music programs.
Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge
The Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts partnering with the American Theatre Wing and in collaboration with Concord Theatricals, Disney Theatrical Productions, iHeartRadio Broadway, and NMPA S.O.N.G.S. Foundation. The Songwriting Challenge is a national competition for high school students who have a passion for writing songs that could be part of a musical theater production and the wide range of musical styles represented in contemporary musical theater including hip-hop, rock, R&B, country, jazz, and more.
Students for the Songwriting Challenge will be selected from across the country and paired with mentors working professionally in musical theatre to develop their songs into Broadway-stage-ready compositions, via video chats and working sessions. Students’ songs will be professionally recorded by Broadway artists in New York City. The songs will included on a digital album on all major streaming services, and broadcast on iHeartRadio Broadway, as well as published in a songbook by Concord Theatricals.
Southern California High School students of ALL skill levels are encouraged to apply for FREE. Much more than a competition, Spotlight is a scholarship and arts training program, which empowers students by emphasizing preparation, courage, critical thinking and perseverance while providing an invaluable opportunity for students to hone their skills! $100,000 in cash scholarships are awarded each year to students. Personalized feedback, master classes with world renowned artists, performing arts workshops and more!
Flying Musicians Association – FMA Solo Program/Scholarship
Musician: a person who writes, sings or plays music.
Calling high school student musicians with a passion to learn to fly. There are specific skills and characteristics establish in student musicians: practice, timing, and perfection along with hand eye coordination, multi-tasking, listening, and working closely with others. Musicians are taught to practice for perfection in order to perform at a very high level of accuracy. These are traits you also find in good pilots.
The Flying Musicians Association, Inc (FMA) is a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization for pilot/musicians. The annual FMA Solo program for junior and senior high school music students is unique. Students must be nominated by their music director/teacher for the program which includes a FREE membership into the ever-expanding network of pilot/musicians from around the world who have the ability to inspire, motivate, encourage, and assist in achieving goals in academics, aviation, and music. FMs share passions to expand opportunities.
Recipients will receive funds to assist in flight training and help them go from zero time to solo. Training materials and equipment donated by members and sponsors is also included. FMA will familiarize the recipient with the aviation community, the obstacles of training, and other opportunities to assist in achieving their dream of flight.
Coastal Concerts Scholarships
Coastal Concerts may award scholarships of up to $1,500 each to High School students, and up to $1,000 each to Middle School students residing in the Delmarva Peninsula, one of whom in each category must be a resident of Sussex County. Students will be competing only against those in their own age group. The scholarships awarded will be based upon performance. Scholarships may be used for music camps, university courses, instrument purchase/repair, or music lessons. The scholarship application period runs from November 15, 2020, to February 15, 2021. Scholarship decisions are made by early March.
Community Service/Extracurricular Activities Oriented-Scholarships
The Discover Student Loans Scholarship Award
The Discover Student Loans Scholarship Award Sweepstakes (the “Sweepstakes”) is open only to residents of the fifty (50) United States, the District of Columbia, and the US territories who are at least sixteen (16) years old at the time of entry. Entrants must also be high school senior students who will be or college students who are enrolled at least half-time in a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree program or graduate program at an eligible school within one (1) year of winner notification/confirmation or parent/legal guardians of students that satisfy the above eligibility requirements.
SYTA Youth Foundation “Road” Scholarship
Students planning educational travel programs but needing financial assistance can apply for a “Road” Scholarship offered by the SYTA Youth Foundation, Inc. (SYF). The SYF provides scholarships three times a year. Music directors, teachers, principals, and other youth leaders can submit nominations.
Scholarships for High School Seniors
Music-Related Scholarships
Donald Runnicles Musical Arts Scholarship Competition
The scholarship competition is open to high school seniors from Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana who plan to pursue degrees in music (classical, jazz, or other) at an accredited four-year college with a music program recognized by the National Association of Schools of Music, or a conservatory with a widely recognized national profile such as The Juilliard School, Curtis Institute of Music, or the New England Conservatory.
Glenn Miller Birthplace Society Scholarship
This award is given to graduating high school seniors or first-year college students who intend to make music a central part of their future life.
School Band & Orchestra Magazine Essay Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
This scholarship offers prize money to students who write an essay of 250 words or less on a music theme. The deadline for the 21st annual essay contest is December 31, 2020.
Davidson Fellows (Links to an external site.)
The Davidson Fellowship is open to students who can demonstrate noteworthy achievements through the creation of a “significant piece of work” aimed at improving the lives of others in several subject areas, including music. A “significant piece of work” in music would be an exemplary performance and/or another demonstration of extraordinary accomplishment.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation provides funds to select seniors from Cleveland and New York City public high schools who intend to study music or the business of music at the college level. Scholarships are awarded based on personal essays. The scholarships total $50,000 with the monies split evenly between Cleveland and New York.
VSA International Young Soloists Competition (Links to an external site.)
Each year, outstanding young musicians with disabilities, ages 14-25, are recognized by the VSA International Young Soloists Competition. The Kennedy Center selects up to four winners from around the world. Applicants can apply as an instrumental or vocal soloist, or as ensembles. The competition is open to all genres. Selected musicians win a $2,500 prize, professional development activities, and the opportunity to perform at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.
Any musician with a disability is eligible to apply as either a domestic applicant or an international applicant. The competition is open to soloists as well as ensembles of up to five members. For ensembles to be eligible, at least one musician must have a disability, and all members must be between the ages of 14-25.
All genres of music are accepted, including but not limited to classical, jazz, hip-hop, rap, rock/alt rock, pop, indie, bluegrass, folk, country, R&B/blues, Latin, and World
Deadline: The 2021-2022 application is expected to open at the end of October.
Application information can be found on the VSA website (Links to an external site.).
National YoungArts Foundation (Links to an external site.)
YoungArts accepts applications from young artists in the categories of Classical Music, Dance, Design Arts, Film, Jazz, Photography, Theater, Visual Arts, Voice and Writing for its national competition. Artists age 15-18 or in grades 10-12 may apply to win cash awards and scholarships and the chance to be named a U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts.
CBC Spouses Heineken USA Performing Arts Scholarship Competition (Links to an external site.)
This scholarship fund is operated by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation and offers scholarship funds to highly motivated students who plan to attend, or are currently attending, an accredited college or university or are pursuing a career in the performing arts.
Tri-M Music Honor Society Chapter of the Year Music Scholarships (Links to an external site.)
These scholarships are available to members of the Tri-M® Music Honor Society (Links to an external site.), a program of NAfME. The scholarship program offers scholarship money for summer study programs to chapters that win one of three recognitions at the national level in each division: senior (high school) and junior (middle school). Scholarship money is awarded by the advisors of the winning chapters to deserving students.
Schmidt Vocal Scholarships (Links to an external site.)
Schmidt Vocal Competition winners who choose to pursue a career in music may be eligible for need-based scholarship assistance to their college or university of choice.
Acoustical Society of America International Year of Sound Student Competition (Links to an external site.)
Competition for students aged 13 to 18 years old – Students are asked to write a stanza of 4 verses in mother tongue and/or in English, inspired by the melody and the refrain of the song “The Sound Of The World” as well as by the motto of IYS2020 “Importance of Sound for Society and the World.”
Jazz at the Ballroom Scholarships for California Students (Links to an external site.)
The competition is open to high school jazz instrumentalists in California. Three winners will be picked by a panel of professional jazz musicians based on their submissions and awarded $1000 each to further their music studies. The students who aren’t finalists are invited to join a database of students invited to free workshops.
In addition, the winners’ respective schools will also receive $500 to support the ongoing development of their music programs.
Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge (Links to an external site.)
The Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts partnering with the American Theatre Wing and in collaboration with Concord Theatricals, Disney Theatrical Productions, iHeartRadio Broadway, and NMPA S.O.N.G.S. Foundation. The Songwriting Challenge is a national competition for high school students who have a passion for writing songs that could be part of a musical theater production and the wide range of musical styles represented in contemporary musical theater including hip-hop, rock, R&B, country, jazz, and more.
Students for the Songwriting Challenge will be selected from across the country and paired with mentors working professionally in musical theatre to develop their songs into Broadway-stage-ready compositions, via video chats and working sessions. Students’ songs will be professionally recorded by Broadway artists in New York City. The songs will included on a digital album on all major streaming services, and broadcast on iHeartRadio Broadway, as well as published in a songbook by Concord Theatricals.
The Music Center’s Spotlight (Links to an external site.)
Southern California High School students of ALL skill levels are encouraged to apply for FREE. Much more than a competition, Spotlight is a scholarship and arts training program, which empowers students by emphasizing preparation, courage, critical thinking and perseverance while providing an invaluable opportunity for students to hone their skills! $100,000 in cash scholarships are awarded each year to students. Personalized feedback, master classes with world renowned artists, performing arts workshops and more!
Yamaha Young Performing Artists Competition (Links to an external site.)
The Yamaha Young Performing Artists Program (YYPA) recognizes outstanding young musicians from the world of classical, jazz and contemporary music. Winners of this competition will be invited to attend an all-expense paid weekend at the Music for All™ Summer Symposium, receive a once in a lifetime performance opportunity in front of thousands, national press coverage, receive a recording and photos of the live performance, and participate in workshops designed to launch a professional music career. Winners also will enjoy many of the privileges of a Yamaha Artist, including services and communication with Yamaha’s Artist Relations department.
Lift Up Our Voices Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Lift Up Our Voices Scholarship focuses on broadening the number of female-identifying students and students of color in the field of music composition. This $3,500 scholarship is eligible to candidates who fit these criteria (Links to an external site.).
Southeastern Performance Apparel Music Education Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Southeastern Performance Apparel Music Education Scholarship is a nomination-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors that intend to pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education at an accredited university or college. Students are recognized as highly motivated, difference-makers with a dedication and desire to lead, serve and teach. Each year two recipients are selected to each receive the $1,000 scholarship.
Musicians Making a Difference Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
Pearl is proud to announce the “Musicians Making A Difference” college scholarship initiative that will award $10,000 annually in the amount of two $5,000 scholarships to high school musicians who have demonstrated the ability to change themselves, their community, and those around them. A diverse panel of Pearl staff and artists will select recipients based on the student’s contributions to their community, and not their playing or vocal ability. Our objective is to reward and inspire the youth that will shape tomorrow. We look forward to the engagement and interaction with all who share our goals. Learn about eligibility requirements (Links to an external site.).
Big Arts Performing and Creative Arts Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
BIG ARTS offers a Performing and Creative Arts Scholarship Award Program to high school seniors who are planning to study the arts or to students who are currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program. Scholarships are available to students who have professional goals to pursue visual arts, music, dance, theater, literary arts or film. The purpose of the award program is to encourage artistic development in students.
Mark Zinger Memorial Foundation 2021 Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Mark Zinger Memorial Foundation is pleased to announce the 2021 Scholarship. The scholarship is open to violinists of all nationalities ages 17-23 as of December 1, 2021. Two scholarships in the amount of $2500 will be awarded annually.
Applicants must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in music at an accredited university, college, or conservatory in the United States at the time of application. Applicants that are a double-major with music and another subject are also encouraged to apply.
Lessons in Your Home Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Lessons In Your Home Scholarship is open to prospective and enrolled college students (high school seniors who are 18 are also welcome). A $500 scholarship is being awarded for the Fall of 2022. This scholarship can only be used for educational expenses including tuition, books, rooming, and other appropriate expenses.
Flying Musicians Association – FMA Solo Program/Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
Musician: a person who writes, sings or plays music.
Calling high school student musicians with a passion to learn to fly. There are specific skills and characteristics establish in student musicians: practice, timing, and perfection along with hand eye coordination, multi-tasking, listening, and working closely with others. Musicians are taught to practice for perfection in order to perform at a very high level of accuracy. These are traits you also find in good pilots.
The Flying Musicians Association, Inc (FMA) is a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization for pilot/musicians. The annual FMA Solo program for junior and senior high school music students is unique. Students must be nominated by their music director/teacher for the program which includes a FREE membership into the ever-expanding network of pilot/musicians from around the world who have the ability to inspire, motivate, encourage, and assist in achieving goals in academics, aviation, and music. FMs share passions to expand opportunities.
Recipients will receive funds to assist in flight training and help them go from zero time to solo. Training materials and equipment donated by members and sponsors is also included. FMA will familiarize the recipient with the aviation community, the obstacles of training, and other opportunities to assist in achieving their dream of flight.
Coastal Concerts Scholarships (Links to an external site.)
Coastal Concerts may award scholarships of up to $1,500 each to High School students, and up to $1,000 each to Middle School students residing in the Delmarva Peninsula, one of whom in each category must be a resident of Sussex County. Students will be competing only against those in their own age group. The scholarships awarded will be based upon performance. Scholarships may be used for music camps, university courses, instrument purchase/repair, or music lessons. The scholarship application period runs from November 15, 2020, to February 15, 2021. Scholarship decisions are made by early March.
Community Service/Extracurricular Activities Oriented Scholarships
Arlington Capital Management Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
Arlington Capital Management Scholarship has been instituted to encourage and motivate young minds to pursue their entrepreneurial aspirations and it would be awarded to the most deserving candidate who comes up with a brilliant, power-packed, and innovative essay. All submissions should reach Arlington Capital within the prescribed deadline. Arlington Capital Management reserves the right to decide who would be the winner of this prized scholarship. All submissions would be meticulously scrutinized by the authorities and the most impressive essay with innovative and ground-breaking ideas would be considered.
Coca-Cola Scholars Program (Links to an external site.)
The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation awards a total of $3.4 million annually in achievement-based, four-year scholarships to 250 outstanding high school seniors from communities across the U.S. Students will be selected based on their leadership, academics, extracurricular activities, character, motivation to succeed, and community service.
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards (Links to an external site.)
Sponsored in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals, these awards honor young people in grades 5 through 12 who have volunteered in their communities. This award program is the country’s largest volunteer recognition program for young people.
SYTA Youth Foundation “Road” Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
Students planning educational travel programs but needing financial assistance can apply for a “Road” Scholarship offered by the SYTA Youth Foundation, Inc. (SYF). The SYF provides scholarships three times a year. Music directors, teachers, principals, and other youth leaders can submit nominations.
Scholarships for Marching MusiciansThe following organizations offer resources for marching musicians who are looking for college funds.
Scholarships for College StudentsMusic-Related ScholarshipsBMI John Lennon Songwriting Program (Links to an external site.)
The John Lennon Scholarships are an annual competition open to student songwriters and composers of contemporary musical genres including alternative, pop, rock, indie, electronica, R&B, and experimental. Through the generosity of Ono and Gibson Musical Instruments, three scholarships totaling $20,000 are presented annually for the best original songs submitted to the competition. Applicants must be U.S. college students between the ages of 17 and 24. Works are judged by a prestigious panel of music publishers, songwriters, musicians, and executives.
Shannon Kelly Kane Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Shannon Kelly Kane Scholarship was created by Shannon’s family and friends in coordination with the National Association for Music Education to honor her exemplary life and her love of teaching music.
Glenn Miller Birthplace Society Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
This award is given to graduating high school seniors or first-year college students who intend to make music a central part of their future life.
Great Value Colleges Music Scholarship for Black Students (Links to an external site.)
Great Value Colleges has developed a scholarship that is available for Black undergraduate or graduate students who are majoring or minoring in music. Whether you are pursuing a degree in music performance, music education, music therapy, or some other type of music major, we invite you to apply for our twice yearly $5,000 scholarship.
VSA International Young Soloists Competition (Links to an external site.)
Each year, outstanding young musicians with disabilities, ages 14-25, are recognized by the VSA International Young Soloists Competition. The Kennedy Center selects up to four winners from around the world. Applicants can apply as an instrumental or vocal soloist, or as ensembles. The competition is open to all genres. Selected musicians win a $2,500 prize, professional development activities, and the opportunity to perform at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.
Any musician with a disability is eligible to apply as either a domestic applicant or an international applicant. The competition is open to soloists as well as ensembles of up to five members. For ensembles to be eligible, at least one musician must have a disability, and all members must be between the ages of 14-25.
All genres of music are accepted, including but not limited to classical, jazz, hip-hop, rap, rock/alt rock, pop, indie, bluegrass, folk, country, R&B/blues, Latin, and World
Deadline: The 2021-2022 application is expected to open at the end of October.
Application information can be found on the VSA website (Links to an external site.).
CBC Spouses Heineken USA Performing Arts Scholarship Competition (Links to an external site.)
This scholarship fund is operated by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation and offers scholarship funds to highly motivated students who plan to attend, or are currently attending, an accredited college or university or are pursuing a career in the performing arts.
Top of the Rock Peggy Gram Scholarship Fund (Links to an external site.)
The Top of the Rock (Links to an external site.) Peggy Gram Scholarship Fund provides scholarships specifically to women involved in Music Education or Vocal Performance Education at the secondary level to assist in the furtherance of their music education. Women who have completed at least one semester at the university level achieving at least 12 credits are eligible to apply for the scholarship to be awarded annually in the spring for the subsequent academic year.
Yamaha Young Performing Artists Competition (Links to an external site.)
The Yamaha Young Performing Artists Program (YYPA) recognizes outstanding young musicians from the world of classical, jazz and contemporary music. Winners of this competition will be invited to attend an all-expense paid weekend at the Music for All™ Summer Symposium, receive a once in a lifetime performance opportunity in front of thousands, national press coverage, receive a recording and photos of the live performance, and participate in workshops designed to launch a professional music career. Winners also will enjoy many of the privileges of a Yamaha Artist, including services and communication with Yamaha’s Artist Relations department.
Big Arts Performing and Creative Arts Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
BIG ARTS offers a Performing and Creative Arts Scholarship Award Program to high school seniors who are planning to study the arts or to students who are currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program.Scholarships are available to students who have professional goals to pursue visual arts, music, dance, theater, literary arts or film. The purpose of the award program is to encourage artistic development in students.
House of Blues Music Forward Foundation (Links to an external site.)
Music Forward transforms lives, inspires careers and champions a more inclusive music industry. Focusing on young people from under-served communities, Music Forward sets the stage for success by providing workshops, showcases, scholarships, and internships to inspire the next generation of music industry leaders and innovators.
Lift Up Our Voices Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Lift Up Our Voices Scholarship focuses on broadening the number of female-identifying students and students of color in the field of music composition. This $3,500 scholarship is eligible to candidates who fit these criteria (Links to an external site.).
Musicians Making a Difference Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
Pearl is proud to announce the “Musicians Making A Difference” college scholarship initiative that will award $10,000 annually in the amount of two $5,000 scholarships to high school musicians who have demonstrated the ability to change themselves, their community, and those around them. A diverse panel of Pearl staff and artists will select recipients based on the student’s contributions to their community, and not their playing or vocal ability. Our objective is to reward and inspire the youth that will shape tomorrow. We look forward to the engagement and interaction with all who share our goals. Learn about eligibility requirements (Links to an external site.).
Mark Zinger Memorial Foundation 2021 Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Mark Zinger Memorial Foundation is pleased to announce the 2021 Scholarship. The scholarship is open to violinists of all nationalities ages 17-23 as of December 1, 2021. Two scholarships in the amount of $2500 will be awarded annually.
Applicants must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in music at an accredited university, college, or conservatory in the United States at the time of application. Applicants that are a double-major with music and another subject are also encouraged to apply.
Lessons in Your Home Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Lessons In Your Home Scholarship is open to prospective and enrolled college students. A $500 scholarship is being awarded for the Fall of 2022. This scholarship can only be used for educational expenses including tuition, books, rooming, and other appropriate expenses.
Community Service/Extracurricular Activities Oriented Scholarships
SYTA Youth Foundation “Road” Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
Students planning educational travel programs but needing financial assistance can apply for a “Road” Scholarship offered by the SYTA Youth Foundation, Inc. (SYF). The SYF provides scholarships three times a year. Music directors, teachers, principals, and other youth leaders can submit nominations.
Other Scholarships and Grants
Osmosis “Raise the Line” Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
This scholarship signifies Osmosis’s continued support of education in the health sciences. Training health professionals has never been more important in our lifetimes. At Osmosis, we believe every healthcare student deserves the best education possible. And we’re doing whatever we can to reach further and help students on this journey.
We’re providing six scholarships—one $5,000.00 USD award and five individual $1,000.00 USD awards—to selected students pursuing a degree in medicine, nursing, or other health science-related degrees.
International Alliance for Women in Music: 2021 Education Grant (Links to an external site.)
The International Alliance for Women in Music is offering a $300 classroom grant to music educators of students aged 4-18. This grant is to help teachers bring a greater focus on women in music to their students through professional development, materials, commissions, guest artists, or other media. Projects may vary, and we encourage applicants to be as creative as they wish in their proposals. The grant may be used to supplement other funds for a large project.
AdvertiseMint Facebook Advertising Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The AdvertiseMint Advertising and Marketing Scholarship Program was created to help students jump start their businesses while in school by utilizing Facebook advertising (Links to an external site.).
Aging Matters Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
SeniorCare.com continues to bring more awareness to the key issues we face as an aging population. For the 7th consecutive year, we will be awarding an annual college scholarship to an individual that best demonstrates to us why “Aging Matters” to them. A $1500 scholarship will be given annually to a selected college student that currently cares for an aging loved one, works within the senior community, or intends to pursue a career that will have an impact on the elder population. Any existing student (or incoming freshman), in good academic standing, at a 2- or 4-year accredited college can apply for this scholarship. The recipient will demonstrate a unique and admirable understanding and desire to show us that “Aging Matters” to them.
2021 Alfred Nash Patterson grants (Links to an external site.)
Grants may be used in a wide variety of ways to support choruses and choral singing, such as to help fund a performance, to commission new choral works, to enable outreach activities, and for seminars or other special activities that broadly benefit the choral community. We encourage ambitious and collaborative projects, and generally will happily consider applications for well-considered projects conducted more than one year in the future, to allow time for planning. Criteria for funding are described below.
Florin|Roebig Scholarship Essay Contest (Links to an external site.)
The law firm of Florin|Roebig knows how valuable higher education can be, not only in shaping society but in helping young people reach their long-term academic and professional goals. For this reason, we’re proud to announce a scholarship contest awarding $1,500.
Award Details:
Helpful LinksState Music Educators Association ScholarshipsSome state music educators associations offer scholarships to high school or college music students. Visit the NAfME Federated State Associations page (Links to an external site.) and click on your state MEA website to check for opportunities.
Scholarship Information and ResourcesOnline Education Database (Links to an external site.)
Includes a list of music scholarships and grants of up to $10,000.
FastWEB (Links to an external site.)
Develops a “customized profile” to match applicants with potential scholarships.
NOTE: This website DOES have a marketing angle. You will be asked if you would like to receive information, or have your name provided to their supporters for marketing purposes. If you do not wish to receive any marketing information, simply click on all “no thank you” options. NAfME cannot be held responsible for any marketing contact you may receive through the use of this website.
45+ College Scholarships for Minority Students (Links to an external site.)
Published by Purdue University Global, this resource shares upwards of 45 scholarships for students as well as potential graduate students to supplement the cost of education. Also, highlighted within the resource are opportunities dedicated to specific demographics.
Scholarships for Women (Links to an external site.)
This article introduces dozens of college scholarships for women, including scholarships for Black women, scholarships for single mothers, and scholarships for Hispanic women.
Scholarships for Hispanic and Latino/a Students (Links to an external site.)
According to the National Center for Education Statistics (Links to an external site.), the percentage of Hispanic individuals aged 18-24 who were enrolled in postsecondary education programs increased from 22% in 2000 to 36% in 2018. With this increased presence in higher education, the need for grants and scholarships for Hispanic and Latino/Latinx learners continues to grow. To help with this BestColleges.com created a guide to all the top scholarships available for Latino/Latinx students.
Coding Bootcamp Scholarships for LGBTQ+ Students (Links to an external site.)
This guide highlights a few of the coding bootcamp scholarships (Links to an external site.) available to members of the LGBTQ+ community.
“Grants vs. Scholarships: Paying for College with Gift Aid (Links to an external site.)” published by San Joaquin Valley College
Scholarships.com (Links to an external site.)
Provides a customized profile for information on college choices, available Federal loans and scholarship opportunities.
The College Board’s Scholarship Search (Links to an external site.)
An online tool that locates scholarships, internships, grants, and loans to match education level, talents, and background criteria entered through a questionnaire.
Unusual Scholarships! (Links to an external site.)
Are you left-handed? Do you have a prom outfit made out of duct tape? Check out these unusual scholarships — who knows what you might find!
Sallie Mae College Answer (Links to an external site.)
Provides a free scholarship search to provide customized scholarship leads.
U. S. Department of Education’s Federal Student Financial Aid (Links to an external site.)
Information on steps in the financial aid process; includes a “scholarship match wizard” to help you find scholarships that fit your interests.
FinAid! (Links to an external site.)
A comprehensive guide to financial aid, military aid, and loans. Includes a guide to filling out financial aid paperwork.
International Education Financial Aid (Links to an external site.)
Search for scholarships and grants to fund study abroad programs.
The BMI Foundation, Inc. (Links to an external site.)
The BMI Foundation is a non-profit that supports music study and performance through various awards and scholarships.
ASCAP (Links to an external site.)
ASCAP (The American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers) offers a variety of songwriting contests, some of which award cash prizes. The ASCAP Foundation (Links to an external site.) offers a list of music-related awards and scholarships.
Scholarship HelpNPR: Paying for College (Links to an external site.)
NPR’s All Things Considered explored in a week-long series in May 2005, how American families of various financial means—and in different stages of life—are figuring out how to finance higher education.
Students and Financial Literacy (Links to an external site.)
Covers topics like need vs. merit-based scholarships, the intricacies of student loans, planning for life after college and much more.
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Scholarships for High School Juniors
Music-Related Scholarships
School Band & Orchestra Magazine Essay Scholarship
This scholarship offers prize money to students who write an essay of 250 words or less on a music theme. The deadline for the 21st annual essay contest is December 31, 2020.
- Selected students win a $1,000 scholarship and music products for their school music program.
- Public and private school students in grades 4–12 are eligible.
Davidson Fellows
The Davidson Fellowship is open to students who can demonstrate noteworthy achievements through the creation of a “significant piece of work” aimed at improving the lives of others in several subject areas, including music. A “significant piece of work” in music would be an exemplary performance and/or another demonstration of extraordinary accomplishment.
- Awards are granted in the amount of $50,000, $25,000, and $10,000.
- Applicants must be under the age of 18 to be eligible for this award.
- The 2022 application will be available November 1.
VSA International Young Soloists Competition
Each year, outstanding young musicians with disabilities, ages 14-25, are recognized by the VSA International Young Soloists Competition. The Kennedy Center selects up to four winners from around the world. Applicants can apply as an instrumental or vocal soloist, or as ensembles. The competition is open to all genres. Selected musicians win a $2,500 prize, professional development activities, and the opportunity to perform at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.
Any musician with a disability is eligible to apply as either a domestic applicant or an international applicant. The competition is open to soloists as well as ensembles of up to five members. For ensembles to be eligible, at least one musician must have a disability, and all members must be between the ages of 14-25.
All genres of music are accepted, including but not limited to classical, jazz, hip-hop, rap, rock/alt rock, pop, indie, bluegrass, folk, country, R&B/blues, Latin, and World
Deadline: The 2021-2022 application is expected to open at the end of October.
Application information can be found on the VSA website (Links to an external site.).
National YoungArts Foundation
YoungArts accepts applications from young artists in the categories of Classical Music, Dance, Design Arts, Film, Jazz, Photography, Theater, Visual Arts, Voice and Writing for its national competition. Artists age 15-18 or in grades 10-12 may apply to win cash awards and scholarships and the chance to be named a U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts.
- Individual awards of up to $10,000 are available.
- The 2022 YoungArts application will open summer 2021. Deadline to enter: October 15, 2021.
- Sign up (Links to an external site.) for application updates and tips.
Tri-M Music Honor Society Chapter of the Year Music Scholarships
These scholarships are available to members of the Tri-M® Music Honor Society (Links to an external site.), a program of NAfME. The scholarship program offers scholarship money for summer study programs to chapters that win one of three recognitions at the national level in each division: senior (high school) and junior (middle school). Scholarship money is awarded by the advisors of the winning chapters to deserving students.
- Open only to members of the Tri-M Music Honor Society.
- Apply now (Links to an external site.)! Winners have the chance to win up to $1,000 in scholarship funds for summer music study.
- Deadline: April 29
Schmidt Vocal Scholarships
Schmidt Vocal Competition winners who choose to pursue a career in music may be eligible for need-based scholarship assistance to their college or university of choice.
- Singers who are first-, second-, or third-place winners of Schmidt Vocal Arts national competitions
- A committee reviews need by evaluating a family’s ability to pay
- Students are expected to major in Vocal Performance and maintain a 2.8 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale
- Schmidt prefers to provide “last-in” funding. In other words, the student has secured nearly all the necessary tuition through other sources.
Acoustical Society of America International Year of Sound Student Competition
Competition for students aged 13 to 18 years old – Students are asked to write a stanza of 4 verses in mother tongue and/or in English, inspired by the melody and the refrain of the song “The Sound Of The World” as well as by the motto of IYS2020 “Importance of Sound for Society and the World.”
- Cash prizes to three U.S. finalists from each category for a total of 6 winners: 1st $200 (for each category); 2nd $150 (for each category); 3rd $100 (for each category).
- Deadline April 30, 2021
- Learn more here (Links to an external site.)
Jazz at the Ballroom Scholarships for California Students
The competition is open to high school jazz instrumentalists in California. Three winners will be picked by a panel of professional jazz musicians based on their submissions and awarded $1000 each to further their music studies. The students who aren’t finalists are invited to join a database of students invited to free workshops.
In addition, the winners’ respective schools will also receive $500 to support the ongoing development of their music programs.
- Applicants must be currently enrolled in a California high school program, between the ages of 14–18
- Deadline: December 11, 2021. Winners announced January 28, 2022.
- Finalists’/Winners’ Workshop and Concert: May 2022
Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge
The Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts partnering with the American Theatre Wing and in collaboration with Concord Theatricals, Disney Theatrical Productions, iHeartRadio Broadway, and NMPA S.O.N.G.S. Foundation. The Songwriting Challenge is a national competition for high school students who have a passion for writing songs that could be part of a musical theater production and the wide range of musical styles represented in contemporary musical theater including hip-hop, rock, R&B, country, jazz, and more.
Students for the Songwriting Challenge will be selected from across the country and paired with mentors working professionally in musical theatre to develop their songs into Broadway-stage-ready compositions, via video chats and working sessions. Students’ songs will be professionally recorded by Broadway artists in New York City. The songs will included on a digital album on all major streaming services, and broadcast on iHeartRadio Broadway, as well as published in a songbook by Concord Theatricals.
- The application portal for the 2021 Songwriting Challenge is now open (Links to an external site.). Deadline is May 17.
- Learn more (Links to an external site.)
Southern California High School students of ALL skill levels are encouraged to apply for FREE. Much more than a competition, Spotlight is a scholarship and arts training program, which empowers students by emphasizing preparation, courage, critical thinking and perseverance while providing an invaluable opportunity for students to hone their skills! $100,000 in cash scholarships are awarded each year to students. Personalized feedback, master classes with world renowned artists, performing arts workshops and more!
- Deadline: October 22
Flying Musicians Association – FMA Solo Program/Scholarship
Musician: a person who writes, sings or plays music.
Calling high school student musicians with a passion to learn to fly. There are specific skills and characteristics establish in student musicians: practice, timing, and perfection along with hand eye coordination, multi-tasking, listening, and working closely with others. Musicians are taught to practice for perfection in order to perform at a very high level of accuracy. These are traits you also find in good pilots.
The Flying Musicians Association, Inc (FMA) is a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization for pilot/musicians. The annual FMA Solo program for junior and senior high school music students is unique. Students must be nominated by their music director/teacher for the program which includes a FREE membership into the ever-expanding network of pilot/musicians from around the world who have the ability to inspire, motivate, encourage, and assist in achieving goals in academics, aviation, and music. FMs share passions to expand opportunities.
Recipients will receive funds to assist in flight training and help them go from zero time to solo. Training materials and equipment donated by members and sponsors is also included. FMA will familiarize the recipient with the aviation community, the obstacles of training, and other opportunities to assist in achieving their dream of flight.
- Nomination deadline January 31st
- Nominee must be 16 years old by March 31st
- Awards announced May 1st
- Parental approval required under 18 years old
- Details and journals from past recipients
Coastal Concerts Scholarships
Coastal Concerts may award scholarships of up to $1,500 each to High School students, and up to $1,000 each to Middle School students residing in the Delmarva Peninsula, one of whom in each category must be a resident of Sussex County. Students will be competing only against those in their own age group. The scholarships awarded will be based upon performance. Scholarships may be used for music camps, university courses, instrument purchase/repair, or music lessons. The scholarship application period runs from November 15, 2020, to February 15, 2021. Scholarship decisions are made by early March.
- Deadline: February 15, 2021
Community Service/Extracurricular Activities Oriented-Scholarships
The Discover Student Loans Scholarship Award
The Discover Student Loans Scholarship Award Sweepstakes (the “Sweepstakes”) is open only to residents of the fifty (50) United States, the District of Columbia, and the US territories who are at least sixteen (16) years old at the time of entry. Entrants must also be high school senior students who will be or college students who are enrolled at least half-time in a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree program or graduate program at an eligible school within one (1) year of winner notification/confirmation or parent/legal guardians of students that satisfy the above eligibility requirements.
- Throughout the year, 12 eligible students or parents will be randomly selected to win a $5,000 Discover Student Loans Scholarship Award to help cover college expenses.
- Click here for a list of deadlines occurring throughout the year
SYTA Youth Foundation “Road” Scholarship
Students planning educational travel programs but needing financial assistance can apply for a “Road” Scholarship offered by the SYTA Youth Foundation, Inc. (SYF). The SYF provides scholarships three times a year. Music directors, teachers, principals, and other youth leaders can submit nominations.
- All Road Scholarship nominations are required to be submitted by an educator, program leader, or designated school official for students in grades K-12 and 18 years of age or younger. Please note that the SYTA Youth Foundation (SYF) will not consider nominations submitted by parents and/or guardians.
- Awards up to $1,000 are available.
- Fall application opens September 21, 2021, and closes November 12, 2021.
Scholarships for High School Seniors
Music-Related Scholarships
Donald Runnicles Musical Arts Scholarship Competition
The scholarship competition is open to high school seniors from Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana who plan to pursue degrees in music (classical, jazz, or other) at an accredited four-year college with a music program recognized by the National Association of Schools of Music, or a conservatory with a widely recognized national profile such as The Juilliard School, Curtis Institute of Music, or the New England Conservatory.
- First prize is $20,000; second prize is $12,500; and third prize is $7,500.
- Deadline: April 30, 2021, 11:59 PM MDT
Glenn Miller Birthplace Society Scholarship
This award is given to graduating high school seniors or first-year college students who intend to make music a central part of their future life.
- Applicants submit audition CDs or tapes; finalists compete in Clarinda, Iowa; and 3 instrumentalists and 3 vocalists are chosen to perform at the Glenn Miller Festival. Winners receive up to $4,500.
- Competition scheduled for June 9, 2022
School Band & Orchestra Magazine Essay Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
This scholarship offers prize money to students who write an essay of 250 words or less on a music theme. The deadline for the 21st annual essay contest is December 31, 2020.
- Selected students win a $1,000 scholarship and music products for their school music program.
- Public and private school students in grades 4–12 are eligible.
Davidson Fellows (Links to an external site.)
The Davidson Fellowship is open to students who can demonstrate noteworthy achievements through the creation of a “significant piece of work” aimed at improving the lives of others in several subject areas, including music. A “significant piece of work” in music would be an exemplary performance and/or another demonstration of extraordinary accomplishment.
- Awards are granted in the amount of $50,000, $25,000, and $10,000.
- Applicants must be under the age of 18 to be eligible for this award.
- The 2022 application will be available November 1.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation provides funds to select seniors from Cleveland and New York City public high schools who intend to study music or the business of music at the college level. Scholarships are awarded based on personal essays. The scholarships total $50,000 with the monies split evenly between Cleveland and New York.
- General applications deadline: March 15, 2021
- Corporate/Group applications deadline: April 15, 2021
- Renewal requirements: April 1, 2021
VSA International Young Soloists Competition (Links to an external site.)
Each year, outstanding young musicians with disabilities, ages 14-25, are recognized by the VSA International Young Soloists Competition. The Kennedy Center selects up to four winners from around the world. Applicants can apply as an instrumental or vocal soloist, or as ensembles. The competition is open to all genres. Selected musicians win a $2,500 prize, professional development activities, and the opportunity to perform at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.
Any musician with a disability is eligible to apply as either a domestic applicant or an international applicant. The competition is open to soloists as well as ensembles of up to five members. For ensembles to be eligible, at least one musician must have a disability, and all members must be between the ages of 14-25.
All genres of music are accepted, including but not limited to classical, jazz, hip-hop, rap, rock/alt rock, pop, indie, bluegrass, folk, country, R&B/blues, Latin, and World
Deadline: The 2021-2022 application is expected to open at the end of October.
Application information can be found on the VSA website (Links to an external site.).
National YoungArts Foundation (Links to an external site.)
YoungArts accepts applications from young artists in the categories of Classical Music, Dance, Design Arts, Film, Jazz, Photography, Theater, Visual Arts, Voice and Writing for its national competition. Artists age 15-18 or in grades 10-12 may apply to win cash awards and scholarships and the chance to be named a U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts.
- Individual awards of up to $10,000 are available.
- The 2022 YoungArts application will open summer 2021. Deadline to enter: October 15, 2021.
- Sign up (Links to an external site.) for application updates and tips.
CBC Spouses Heineken USA Performing Arts Scholarship Competition (Links to an external site.)
This scholarship fund is operated by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation and offers scholarship funds to highly motivated students who plan to attend, or are currently attending, an accredited college or university or are pursuing a career in the performing arts.
- Deadline: TBA (applications open January 2022)
Tri-M Music Honor Society Chapter of the Year Music Scholarships (Links to an external site.)
These scholarships are available to members of the Tri-M® Music Honor Society (Links to an external site.), a program of NAfME. The scholarship program offers scholarship money for summer study programs to chapters that win one of three recognitions at the national level in each division: senior (high school) and junior (middle school). Scholarship money is awarded by the advisors of the winning chapters to deserving students.
- Open only to members of the Tri-M Music Honor Society.
- Apply now (Links to an external site.)! Winners have the chance to win up to $1,000 in scholarship funds for summer music study.
- Deadline: April 29
Schmidt Vocal Scholarships (Links to an external site.)
Schmidt Vocal Competition winners who choose to pursue a career in music may be eligible for need-based scholarship assistance to their college or university of choice.
- Singers who are first-, second-, or third-place winners of Schmidt Vocal Arts national competitions
- A committee reviews need by evaluating a family’s ability to pay
- Students are expected to major in Vocal Performance and maintain a 2.8 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale
- Schmidt prefers to provide “last-in” funding. In other words, the student has secured nearly all the necessary tuition through other sources.
Acoustical Society of America International Year of Sound Student Competition (Links to an external site.)
Competition for students aged 13 to 18 years old – Students are asked to write a stanza of 4 verses in mother tongue and/or in English, inspired by the melody and the refrain of the song “The Sound Of The World” as well as by the motto of IYS2020 “Importance of Sound for Society and the World.”
- Cash prizes to three U.S. finalists from each category for a total of 6 winners: 1st $200 (for each category); 2nd $150 (for each category); 3rd $100 (for each category).
- Deadline April 30, 2021
- Learn more here (Links to an external site.)
Jazz at the Ballroom Scholarships for California Students (Links to an external site.)
The competition is open to high school jazz instrumentalists in California. Three winners will be picked by a panel of professional jazz musicians based on their submissions and awarded $1000 each to further their music studies. The students who aren’t finalists are invited to join a database of students invited to free workshops.
In addition, the winners’ respective schools will also receive $500 to support the ongoing development of their music programs.
- Applicants must be currently enrolled in a California high school program, between the ages of 14–18
- Deadline: December 11, 2021. Winners announced January 28, 2022.
- Finalists’/Winners’ Workshop and Concert: May 2022
Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge (Links to an external site.)
The Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts partnering with the American Theatre Wing and in collaboration with Concord Theatricals, Disney Theatrical Productions, iHeartRadio Broadway, and NMPA S.O.N.G.S. Foundation. The Songwriting Challenge is a national competition for high school students who have a passion for writing songs that could be part of a musical theater production and the wide range of musical styles represented in contemporary musical theater including hip-hop, rock, R&B, country, jazz, and more.
Students for the Songwriting Challenge will be selected from across the country and paired with mentors working professionally in musical theatre to develop their songs into Broadway-stage-ready compositions, via video chats and working sessions. Students’ songs will be professionally recorded by Broadway artists in New York City. The songs will included on a digital album on all major streaming services, and broadcast on iHeartRadio Broadway, as well as published in a songbook by Concord Theatricals.
- The application portal for the 2021 Songwriting Challenge is now open (Links to an external site.). Deadline is May 17.
- Learn more (Links to an external site.)
The Music Center’s Spotlight (Links to an external site.)
Southern California High School students of ALL skill levels are encouraged to apply for FREE. Much more than a competition, Spotlight is a scholarship and arts training program, which empowers students by emphasizing preparation, courage, critical thinking and perseverance while providing an invaluable opportunity for students to hone their skills! $100,000 in cash scholarships are awarded each year to students. Personalized feedback, master classes with world renowned artists, performing arts workshops and more!
- Deadline: October 22
Yamaha Young Performing Artists Competition (Links to an external site.)
The Yamaha Young Performing Artists Program (YYPA) recognizes outstanding young musicians from the world of classical, jazz and contemporary music. Winners of this competition will be invited to attend an all-expense paid weekend at the Music for All™ Summer Symposium, receive a once in a lifetime performance opportunity in front of thousands, national press coverage, receive a recording and photos of the live performance, and participate in workshops designed to launch a professional music career. Winners also will enjoy many of the privileges of a Yamaha Artist, including services and communication with Yamaha’s Artist Relations department.
- The 2020 winners have been announced. (Links to an external site.)
- The very difficult decision has been made to cancel the 2021 YYPA Competition and look forward with great anticipation to the 2022 YYPA Competition. We plan to extend the age limit by one year for the 2022 Competition.
- Deadline: January 10, 2022
Lift Up Our Voices Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Lift Up Our Voices Scholarship focuses on broadening the number of female-identifying students and students of color in the field of music composition. This $3,500 scholarship is eligible to candidates who fit these criteria (Links to an external site.).
- Deadline: May 15, 2021.
Southeastern Performance Apparel Music Education Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Southeastern Performance Apparel Music Education Scholarship is a nomination-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors that intend to pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education at an accredited university or college. Students are recognized as highly motivated, difference-makers with a dedication and desire to lead, serve and teach. Each year two recipients are selected to each receive the $1,000 scholarship.
- Deadline for Teacher Nominations: December 15, 2021
- Deadline for Student Nominee Application Submissions: February 15, 2022
Musicians Making a Difference Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
Pearl is proud to announce the “Musicians Making A Difference” college scholarship initiative that will award $10,000 annually in the amount of two $5,000 scholarships to high school musicians who have demonstrated the ability to change themselves, their community, and those around them. A diverse panel of Pearl staff and artists will select recipients based on the student’s contributions to their community, and not their playing or vocal ability. Our objective is to reward and inspire the youth that will shape tomorrow. We look forward to the engagement and interaction with all who share our goals. Learn about eligibility requirements (Links to an external site.).
- Deadline: April 15, 2022
Big Arts Performing and Creative Arts Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
BIG ARTS offers a Performing and Creative Arts Scholarship Award Program to high school seniors who are planning to study the arts or to students who are currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program. Scholarships are available to students who have professional goals to pursue visual arts, music, dance, theater, literary arts or film. The purpose of the award program is to encourage artistic development in students.
- To apply (Links to an external site.) or learn more about the BIG ARTS 2022 Scholarship Award Program, go to www.bigarts.org (Links to an external site.) or call the BIG ARTS office at 239-395-0900.
- Deadline: March 25, 2022
Mark Zinger Memorial Foundation 2021 Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Mark Zinger Memorial Foundation is pleased to announce the 2021 Scholarship. The scholarship is open to violinists of all nationalities ages 17-23 as of December 1, 2021. Two scholarships in the amount of $2500 will be awarded annually.
Applicants must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in music at an accredited university, college, or conservatory in the United States at the time of application. Applicants that are a double-major with music and another subject are also encouraged to apply.
- Deadline to apply: December 19, 2021
Lessons in Your Home Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Lessons In Your Home Scholarship is open to prospective and enrolled college students (high school seniors who are 18 are also welcome). A $500 scholarship is being awarded for the Fall of 2022. This scholarship can only be used for educational expenses including tuition, books, rooming, and other appropriate expenses.
- Deadline: March 25, 2022 (winner to be notified April 12, 2022)
Flying Musicians Association – FMA Solo Program/Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
Musician: a person who writes, sings or plays music.
Calling high school student musicians with a passion to learn to fly. There are specific skills and characteristics establish in student musicians: practice, timing, and perfection along with hand eye coordination, multi-tasking, listening, and working closely with others. Musicians are taught to practice for perfection in order to perform at a very high level of accuracy. These are traits you also find in good pilots.
The Flying Musicians Association, Inc (FMA) is a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization for pilot/musicians. The annual FMA Solo program for junior and senior high school music students is unique. Students must be nominated by their music director/teacher for the program which includes a FREE membership into the ever-expanding network of pilot/musicians from around the world who have the ability to inspire, motivate, encourage, and assist in achieving goals in academics, aviation, and music. FMs share passions to expand opportunities.
Recipients will receive funds to assist in flight training and help them go from zero time to solo. Training materials and equipment donated by members and sponsors is also included. FMA will familiarize the recipient with the aviation community, the obstacles of training, and other opportunities to assist in achieving their dream of flight.
- Nomination deadline January 31st
- Nominee must be 16 years old by March 31st
- Awards announced May 1st
- Parental approval required under 18 years old
- Details and journals from past recipients (Links to an external site.)
Coastal Concerts Scholarships (Links to an external site.)
Coastal Concerts may award scholarships of up to $1,500 each to High School students, and up to $1,000 each to Middle School students residing in the Delmarva Peninsula, one of whom in each category must be a resident of Sussex County. Students will be competing only against those in their own age group. The scholarships awarded will be based upon performance. Scholarships may be used for music camps, university courses, instrument purchase/repair, or music lessons. The scholarship application period runs from November 15, 2020, to February 15, 2021. Scholarship decisions are made by early March.
- Deadline: February 15, 2021
Community Service/Extracurricular Activities Oriented Scholarships
Arlington Capital Management Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
Arlington Capital Management Scholarship has been instituted to encourage and motivate young minds to pursue their entrepreneurial aspirations and it would be awarded to the most deserving candidate who comes up with a brilliant, power-packed, and innovative essay. All submissions should reach Arlington Capital within the prescribed deadline. Arlington Capital Management reserves the right to decide who would be the winner of this prized scholarship. All submissions would be meticulously scrutinized by the authorities and the most impressive essay with innovative and ground-breaking ideas would be considered.
- One-time prize-money of $1,000 that is non-returnable.
- Deadline: March 1, 2021
- Recipient announced on March 15, 2021.
Coca-Cola Scholars Program (Links to an external site.)
The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation awards a total of $3.4 million annually in achievement-based, four-year scholarships to 250 outstanding high school seniors from communities across the U.S. Students will be selected based on their leadership, academics, extracurricular activities, character, motivation to succeed, and community service.
- 200 Regional Scholarships of $10,000 each and 50 National Scholarships of $20,000 each will be rewarded.
- Deadline: October 31 (applications reopen on August 1)
The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards (Links to an external site.)
Sponsored in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals, these awards honor young people in grades 5 through 12 who have volunteered in their communities. This award program is the country’s largest volunteer recognition program for young people.
- Deadline: November 4
SYTA Youth Foundation “Road” Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
Students planning educational travel programs but needing financial assistance can apply for a “Road” Scholarship offered by the SYTA Youth Foundation, Inc. (SYF). The SYF provides scholarships three times a year. Music directors, teachers, principals, and other youth leaders can submit nominations.
- All Road Scholarship nominations are required to be submitted by an educator, program leader, or designated school official for students in grades K-12 and 18 years of age or younger. Please note that the SYTA Youth Foundation (SYF) will not consider nominations submitted by parents and/or guardians.
- Awards up to $1,000 are available.
- Fall application opens September 21, 2021, and closes November 12, 2021.
Scholarships for Marching MusiciansThe following organizations offer resources for marching musicians who are looking for college funds.
- Music for All (Links to an external site.): provides music scholarships including the Revelli Fund for students planning to complete a music degree
- Winter Guard International (Links to an external site.): provides funds to select annual WGI World Championships participants. Next deadline: February 7, 2022.
- Women Band Directors International (Links to an external site.): offers scholarships from $300 to $500 to women who plan to complete a degree in instrumental music
Scholarships for College StudentsMusic-Related ScholarshipsBMI John Lennon Songwriting Program (Links to an external site.)
The John Lennon Scholarships are an annual competition open to student songwriters and composers of contemporary musical genres including alternative, pop, rock, indie, electronica, R&B, and experimental. Through the generosity of Ono and Gibson Musical Instruments, three scholarships totaling $20,000 are presented annually for the best original songs submitted to the competition. Applicants must be U.S. college students between the ages of 17 and 24. Works are judged by a prestigious panel of music publishers, songwriters, musicians, and executives.
- Through the generosity of Ono and Gibson Musical Instruments, three scholarships totaling $20,000 are presented annually for the best original songs in any musical genre.
- Deadline: February 4, 2022
- See the BMI Contest (Links to an external site.) page for more information.
Shannon Kelly Kane Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Shannon Kelly Kane Scholarship was created by Shannon’s family and friends in coordination with the National Association for Music Education to honor her exemplary life and her love of teaching music.
- The scholarship award is open to graduating seniors at Syracuse University and University of Florida who are receiving a degree in Music Education and who will be teaching music or pursuing an advanced degree in music after graduation.
- Scholarship will be awarded prior to graduation.
- The scholarship award is open to current members of NAfME Collegiate, who have been nominated for the NAfME Collegiate Professional Achievement Recognition (Links to an external site.). The award recipient will be chosen from this group of nominees.
Glenn Miller Birthplace Society Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
This award is given to graduating high school seniors or first-year college students who intend to make music a central part of their future life.
- Applicants submit audition CDs or tapes; finalists compete in Clarinda, Iowa; and 3 instrumentalists and 3 vocalists are chosen to perform at the Glenn Miller Festival. Winners receive up to $4,000.
- Competition scheduled for June 9, 2022
Great Value Colleges Music Scholarship for Black Students (Links to an external site.)
Great Value Colleges has developed a scholarship that is available for Black undergraduate or graduate students who are majoring or minoring in music. Whether you are pursuing a degree in music performance, music education, music therapy, or some other type of music major, we invite you to apply for our twice yearly $5,000 scholarship.
- Application Deadlines: July 30 (fall award); November 30 (spring award).
- More information about the scholarship application process (Links to an external site.)
VSA International Young Soloists Competition (Links to an external site.)
Each year, outstanding young musicians with disabilities, ages 14-25, are recognized by the VSA International Young Soloists Competition. The Kennedy Center selects up to four winners from around the world. Applicants can apply as an instrumental or vocal soloist, or as ensembles. The competition is open to all genres. Selected musicians win a $2,500 prize, professional development activities, and the opportunity to perform at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.
Any musician with a disability is eligible to apply as either a domestic applicant or an international applicant. The competition is open to soloists as well as ensembles of up to five members. For ensembles to be eligible, at least one musician must have a disability, and all members must be between the ages of 14-25.
All genres of music are accepted, including but not limited to classical, jazz, hip-hop, rap, rock/alt rock, pop, indie, bluegrass, folk, country, R&B/blues, Latin, and World
Deadline: The 2021-2022 application is expected to open at the end of October.
Application information can be found on the VSA website (Links to an external site.).
CBC Spouses Heineken USA Performing Arts Scholarship Competition (Links to an external site.)
This scholarship fund is operated by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation and offers scholarship funds to highly motivated students who plan to attend, or are currently attending, an accredited college or university or are pursuing a career in the performing arts.
- Deadline: TBA (applications open January 2022)
Top of the Rock Peggy Gram Scholarship Fund (Links to an external site.)
The Top of the Rock (Links to an external site.) Peggy Gram Scholarship Fund provides scholarships specifically to women involved in Music Education or Vocal Performance Education at the secondary level to assist in the furtherance of their music education. Women who have completed at least one semester at the university level achieving at least 12 credits are eligible to apply for the scholarship to be awarded annually in the spring for the subsequent academic year.
- Deadline: April 15, 2021
Yamaha Young Performing Artists Competition (Links to an external site.)
The Yamaha Young Performing Artists Program (YYPA) recognizes outstanding young musicians from the world of classical, jazz and contemporary music. Winners of this competition will be invited to attend an all-expense paid weekend at the Music for All™ Summer Symposium, receive a once in a lifetime performance opportunity in front of thousands, national press coverage, receive a recording and photos of the live performance, and participate in workshops designed to launch a professional music career. Winners also will enjoy many of the privileges of a Yamaha Artist, including services and communication with Yamaha’s Artist Relations department.
- The 2020 winners have been announced. (Links to an external site.)
- The very difficult decision has been made to cancel the 2021 YYPA Competition and look forward with great anticipation to the 2022 YYPA Competition. We plan to extend the age limit by one year for the 2022 Competition.
- Deadline: January 10, 2022
Big Arts Performing and Creative Arts Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
BIG ARTS offers a Performing and Creative Arts Scholarship Award Program to high school seniors who are planning to study the arts or to students who are currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program.Scholarships are available to students who have professional goals to pursue visual arts, music, dance, theater, literary arts or film. The purpose of the award program is to encourage artistic development in students.
- To apply (Links to an external site.) or learn more about the BIG ARTS 2022 Scholarship Award Program, go to www.bigarts.org (Links to an external site.) or call the BIG ARTS office at 239-395-0900.
- Deadline: March 25, 2022
House of Blues Music Forward Foundation (Links to an external site.)
Music Forward transforms lives, inspires careers and champions a more inclusive music industry. Focusing on young people from under-served communities, Music Forward sets the stage for success by providing workshops, showcases, scholarships, and internships to inspire the next generation of music industry leaders and innovators.
- A total of four $10,000 scholarships will be awarded to outstanding college students—in either their junior or senior year—majoring in music business and/or related fields at an accredited college or university in the U.S.
- Applications open January 2021
Lift Up Our Voices Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Lift Up Our Voices Scholarship focuses on broadening the number of female-identifying students and students of color in the field of music composition. This $3,500 scholarship is eligible to candidates who fit these criteria (Links to an external site.).
- Deadline: May 15, 2021.
Musicians Making a Difference Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
Pearl is proud to announce the “Musicians Making A Difference” college scholarship initiative that will award $10,000 annually in the amount of two $5,000 scholarships to high school musicians who have demonstrated the ability to change themselves, their community, and those around them. A diverse panel of Pearl staff and artists will select recipients based on the student’s contributions to their community, and not their playing or vocal ability. Our objective is to reward and inspire the youth that will shape tomorrow. We look forward to the engagement and interaction with all who share our goals. Learn about eligibility requirements (Links to an external site.).
- Deadline: April 15, 2022
Mark Zinger Memorial Foundation 2021 Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Mark Zinger Memorial Foundation is pleased to announce the 2021 Scholarship. The scholarship is open to violinists of all nationalities ages 17-23 as of December 1, 2021. Two scholarships in the amount of $2500 will be awarded annually.
Applicants must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in music at an accredited university, college, or conservatory in the United States at the time of application. Applicants that are a double-major with music and another subject are also encouraged to apply.
- Deadline to apply: December 19, 2021
Lessons in Your Home Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The Lessons In Your Home Scholarship is open to prospective and enrolled college students. A $500 scholarship is being awarded for the Fall of 2022. This scholarship can only be used for educational expenses including tuition, books, rooming, and other appropriate expenses.
- Deadline: March 25, 2022 (winner to be notified April 12, 2022)
Community Service/Extracurricular Activities Oriented Scholarships
SYTA Youth Foundation “Road” Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
Students planning educational travel programs but needing financial assistance can apply for a “Road” Scholarship offered by the SYTA Youth Foundation, Inc. (SYF). The SYF provides scholarships three times a year. Music directors, teachers, principals, and other youth leaders can submit nominations.
- All Road Scholarship nominations are required to be submitted by an educator, program leader, or designated school official for students in grades K-12 and 18 years of age or younger. Please note that the SYTA Youth Foundation (SYF) will not consider nominations submitted by parents and/or guardians.
- Awards up to $1,000 are available.
- Fall application opens September 21, 2021, and closes November 12, 2021.
Other Scholarships and Grants
Osmosis “Raise the Line” Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
This scholarship signifies Osmosis’s continued support of education in the health sciences. Training health professionals has never been more important in our lifetimes. At Osmosis, we believe every healthcare student deserves the best education possible. And we’re doing whatever we can to reach further and help students on this journey.
We’re providing six scholarships—one $5,000.00 USD award and five individual $1,000.00 USD awards—to selected students pursuing a degree in medicine, nursing, or other health science-related degrees.
- Deadline (Links to an external site.): September 11, 2021
International Alliance for Women in Music: 2021 Education Grant (Links to an external site.)
The International Alliance for Women in Music is offering a $300 classroom grant to music educators of students aged 4-18. This grant is to help teachers bring a greater focus on women in music to their students through professional development, materials, commissions, guest artists, or other media. Projects may vary, and we encourage applicants to be as creative as they wish in their proposals. The grant may be used to supplement other funds for a large project.
- Deadline to apply (Links to an external site.): September 15, 2021
AdvertiseMint Facebook Advertising Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
The AdvertiseMint Advertising and Marketing Scholarship Program was created to help students jump start their businesses while in school by utilizing Facebook advertising (Links to an external site.).
- Scholarship submission due by October 31.
- Winning submission selected by November 29.
Aging Matters Scholarship (Links to an external site.)
SeniorCare.com continues to bring more awareness to the key issues we face as an aging population. For the 7th consecutive year, we will be awarding an annual college scholarship to an individual that best demonstrates to us why “Aging Matters” to them. A $1500 scholarship will be given annually to a selected college student that currently cares for an aging loved one, works within the senior community, or intends to pursue a career that will have an impact on the elder population. Any existing student (or incoming freshman), in good academic standing, at a 2- or 4-year accredited college can apply for this scholarship. The recipient will demonstrate a unique and admirable understanding and desire to show us that “Aging Matters” to them.
- Deadline Date: May 15th, 2022
- Selection Date: June 15th, 2022
2021 Alfred Nash Patterson grants (Links to an external site.)
Grants may be used in a wide variety of ways to support choruses and choral singing, such as to help fund a performance, to commission new choral works, to enable outreach activities, and for seminars or other special activities that broadly benefit the choral community. We encourage ambitious and collaborative projects, and generally will happily consider applications for well-considered projects conducted more than one year in the future, to allow time for planning. Criteria for funding are described below.
- Grants will be made in amounts up to $2,500.
- Deadline: February 28, 2021
Florin|Roebig Scholarship Essay Contest (Links to an external site.)
The law firm of Florin|Roebig knows how valuable higher education can be, not only in shaping society but in helping young people reach their long-term academic and professional goals. For this reason, we’re proud to announce a scholarship contest awarding $1,500.
Award Details:
- First place: $750
- Second place: $500
- Third place: $250
- Scholarship award funds will be sent directly the scholarship winner’s University/College
Helpful LinksState Music Educators Association ScholarshipsSome state music educators associations offer scholarships to high school or college music students. Visit the NAfME Federated State Associations page (Links to an external site.) and click on your state MEA website to check for opportunities.
Scholarship Information and ResourcesOnline Education Database (Links to an external site.)
Includes a list of music scholarships and grants of up to $10,000.
FastWEB (Links to an external site.)
Develops a “customized profile” to match applicants with potential scholarships.
NOTE: This website DOES have a marketing angle. You will be asked if you would like to receive information, or have your name provided to their supporters for marketing purposes. If you do not wish to receive any marketing information, simply click on all “no thank you” options. NAfME cannot be held responsible for any marketing contact you may receive through the use of this website.
45+ College Scholarships for Minority Students (Links to an external site.)
Published by Purdue University Global, this resource shares upwards of 45 scholarships for students as well as potential graduate students to supplement the cost of education. Also, highlighted within the resource are opportunities dedicated to specific demographics.
Scholarships for Women (Links to an external site.)
This article introduces dozens of college scholarships for women, including scholarships for Black women, scholarships for single mothers, and scholarships for Hispanic women.
Scholarships for Hispanic and Latino/a Students (Links to an external site.)
According to the National Center for Education Statistics (Links to an external site.), the percentage of Hispanic individuals aged 18-24 who were enrolled in postsecondary education programs increased from 22% in 2000 to 36% in 2018. With this increased presence in higher education, the need for grants and scholarships for Hispanic and Latino/Latinx learners continues to grow. To help with this BestColleges.com created a guide to all the top scholarships available for Latino/Latinx students.
Coding Bootcamp Scholarships for LGBTQ+ Students (Links to an external site.)
This guide highlights a few of the coding bootcamp scholarships (Links to an external site.) available to members of the LGBTQ+ community.
“Grants vs. Scholarships: Paying for College with Gift Aid (Links to an external site.)” published by San Joaquin Valley College
Scholarships.com (Links to an external site.)
Provides a customized profile for information on college choices, available Federal loans and scholarship opportunities.
The College Board’s Scholarship Search (Links to an external site.)
An online tool that locates scholarships, internships, grants, and loans to match education level, talents, and background criteria entered through a questionnaire.
Unusual Scholarships! (Links to an external site.)
Are you left-handed? Do you have a prom outfit made out of duct tape? Check out these unusual scholarships — who knows what you might find!
Sallie Mae College Answer (Links to an external site.)
Provides a free scholarship search to provide customized scholarship leads.
U. S. Department of Education’s Federal Student Financial Aid (Links to an external site.)
Information on steps in the financial aid process; includes a “scholarship match wizard” to help you find scholarships that fit your interests.
FinAid! (Links to an external site.)
A comprehensive guide to financial aid, military aid, and loans. Includes a guide to filling out financial aid paperwork.
International Education Financial Aid (Links to an external site.)
Search for scholarships and grants to fund study abroad programs.
The BMI Foundation, Inc. (Links to an external site.)
The BMI Foundation is a non-profit that supports music study and performance through various awards and scholarships.
ASCAP (Links to an external site.)
ASCAP (The American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers) offers a variety of songwriting contests, some of which award cash prizes. The ASCAP Foundation (Links to an external site.) offers a list of music-related awards and scholarships.
Scholarship HelpNPR: Paying for College (Links to an external site.)
NPR’s All Things Considered explored in a week-long series in May 2005, how American families of various financial means—and in different stages of life—are figuring out how to finance higher education.
Students and Financial Literacy (Links to an external site.)
Covers topics like need vs. merit-based scholarships, the intricacies of student loans, planning for life after college and much more.
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