Music scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 10, 2025Apply below to the best Music scholarships for February 2025.
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Elizabeth Furber Fellowship – Women studying Creative Fine Arts
Arts • Studio Arts • Photography • Art History • Music • Writing • Architecture • Design/Visual Communications • Fashion • Graphic Design • Game Design • Interior Design • Theatre/Performing Arts • Literature • For Native American / American Indian students • For Women • Graduate Students
The Elizabeth Furber Fellowship offers $5,000 to American Indian and Alaska Native women in Creative Fine Arts graduate programs.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
TMEA Past-Presidents Memorial Scholarship
Texas • Music • Freshmen
The TMEA Past-Presidents Memorial Scholarship offers $2,500 for Texas high school graduates pursuing music education degrees.
Deadline:
November 1, 2025
TMEA Executive Board Scholarship
Texas • Music • Freshmen
The TMEA Executive Board Scholarship offers $2,500 to Texas high school seniors pursuing music education degrees.
Deadline:
November 1, 2025
Rainbow City Band Scholarship
Alaska • Idaho • Montana • Washington • Oregon • Music • For Asexual students • For Bisexual students • For Gay students • For Lesbian students • For Pansexual students • For Queer students • For Transgender students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Rainbow City Band Scholarship supports music students in the Northwest with a $250+ award. Apply with three essays.
Deadline:
January 10, 2026
USRA Distinguished Undergraduate Awards
Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Astronomy • Meteorology • Biology • Chemistry • Climate Sciences • Energy • Environmental Science • Food & Nutrition • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Horticulture • Information Sciences • Kinesiology/Physical Therapy • Marine Biology/Sciences • Mathematics • Music • Nuclear Engineering • Physics • Science • STEM • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Materials Science • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores
The USRA Distinguished Undergraduate Awards offer up to $5,000 for students in sciences or engineering with a focus on space research.
Deadline:
August 7, 2025
Vocal/Choral Music Scholarship
Arkansas • Music • Freshmen
The Arkansas Chamber Singers offer a $2,000 Vocal/Choral Music Scholarship for high school seniors pursuing music degrees.
Deadline:
April 1, 2025
Queen Anne's County Arts Council Scholarship
Studio Arts • Music • Theatre/Performing Arts • Writing • Freshmen
The Queen Anne's County Arts Council Scholarship offers $250+ for high school seniors pursuing arts education. Apply with a portfolio and recommendations.
Deadline:
May 1, 2025
Long Island Music Hall of Fame Student Scholarships
Nassau County • Queens County • Suffolk County • Kings County • New York • Music • Freshmen
Long Island Music Hall of Fame offers $500 scholarships for high school seniors pursuing music careers. Apply with essay and recommendation.
Deadline:
May 12, 2025
AGL Over the Rainbow Scholarship
Arts • Studio Arts • Photography • Graphic Design • Art History • Theatre/Performing Arts • Music • Freshmen
AGL Over the Rainbow Scholarship awards $1,000 to dedicated high school fine arts students pursuing college education.
Deadline:
May 15, 2025
Nathan L. Anderson Memorial Scholarship
Nursing • Computer Science • Information Sciences • Aviation/Aeronautical • Music • For Black and/or African American students • For Hispanic and/or Latino students • For Native American / American Indian students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Nathan L. Anderson Memorial Scholarship offers up to $4,000 for minority students in computer science, aviation, nursing, or music.
Deadline:
July 15, 2025
YoungArts Arts Competition
Writing • Music • Theatre/Performing Arts • Design/Visual Communications • Game Design • Graphic Design • Interior Design • Film • Photography • Arts • Age • High school • Freshmen
YoungArts Competition offers $250 to $10,000 for artists in grades 10-12. Apply with an online application, audition, or portfolio.
Deadline:
October 17, 2025
The Lessons in Your Home Scholarship
Music • Age • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Lessons in Your Home Scholarship offers $500 for music students. Applicants must be 18+, enrolled full-time, and submit an essay.
Deadline:
March 25, 2025
Steven J. Finkel Service Excellence Scholarship
Business Administration • Music • Hospitality • customer service • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Steven J. Finkel Scholarship offers $10,000 for undergraduates in live entertainment fields. GPA 3.0+ required. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
CBC Spouses Performing Arts Scholarship
Studio Arts • Fashion • Music • Theatre/Performing Arts • For Black and/or African American students • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students • Freshmen
The CBC Spouses Performing Arts Scholarship offers $5,000 to African-American students pursuing degrees in performing arts.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Tony Coelho Media Scholarship
For students with disabilities • Digital Communications/Media • Film • Music • Communications • Design/Visual Communications • Sophomores • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Tony Coelho Media Scholarship offers $5,625 for students with disabilities pursuing media careers. Apply with essays and a recommendation.
Deadline:
May 22, 2025
ESP Rock Guitar Scholarship
Music • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The ESP Rock Guitar Scholarship awards $5,000 to eligible students showcasing their talent through a YouTube performance.
Deadline:
September 2, 2025
Vandoren Emerging Artist Competition (VEA)
Music • Age
The Vandoren Emerging Artist Competition offers up to $1,000 for U.S. musicians aged 18-23 showcasing musical excellence. Apply now!
Deadline:
December 31, 2025
Nickels for Notes Music Scholarship
Massachusetts • Music • Freshmen
The Nickels for Notes Music Scholarship offers $500+ to MA high school seniors pursuing music-related degrees. Apply with an essay and performance link.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Choir San Diego Visual and Performing Arts Educational Scholarship
San Diego County • California • Music • Arts • Arts Management • Film • Fashion • Graphic Design • Photography • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Writing • Freshmen
Deadline:
March 20, 2025
Affinity Plus Scholarship
Minnesota • Hospitality • Manufacturing/Production • Technology • Music • Business Administration • Engineering • Seniors
The Affinity Plus Scholarship offers $5,000 to Minnesota students in music-related fields. Apply with an essay and recommendations.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Colonel Theodore A. Leisen Memorial Scholarship
Nebraska • Animal Sciences • Animal-Related • Climate Sciences • Energy • Conservation • Environmental Engineering • Environmental Science • Geological & Earth Sciences • Horticulture • Marine Biology/Sciences • Music • Natural Resources Management • Veterinary • Agriculture • Agricultural Science • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Apply for the Colonel Theodore A. Leisen Memorial Scholarship for students in the water industry. Award amount: $250+.
Deadline:
September 27, 2025
Dr. Robert Hawkins Memorial Scholarship
Music • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
The Dr. Robert Hawkins Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for students in instrumental music education. Essay and recommendations required.
Deadline:
November 6, 2025
Marine Band Concerto Competition for High School Musicians
Music • High school
High school musicians can compete for up to $2,500 in the Marine Band Concerto Competition. Open to woodwind, brass, and percussion players.
Deadline:
November 15, 2025
Dena Epstein Award for Archival and Library Research in American Music
Music • Art History • History • Information Sciences • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Dena Epstein Award supports research in American music archives, open to all applicants based on merit. Award: $250+.
Deadline:
September 10, 2025
NSHSS Performing Arts: Music Scholarship
Theatre/Performing Arts • Music • High school • Freshmen
NSHSS offers $2,000 music scholarships for high school students pursuing performing arts. Apply with a video, essay, and recommendation.
Deadline:
September 19, 2025
FAQ
In your personal statement for Music scholarships, include your passion for music, your achievements, your goals, and how the scholarship will help you pursue your musical education. Be authentic and express your unique voice.
Yes, many Music scholarships are open to international students. However, eligibility may vary, so it's important to check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
Common documents required for Music scholarships include transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and sometimes a portfolio or audition tape showcasing your musical abilities.
To increase your chances of winning a Music scholarship, focus on showcasing your musical skills, obtaining strong letters of recommendation, and writing a compelling personal statement. Additionally, consider applying for multiple scholarships.
Yes, you can apply for multiple Music scholarships. In fact, applying for several can increase your chances of receiving financial aid for your music studies.
While a high GPA can be beneficial, many Music scholarships place a greater emphasis on musical talent and performance. It's best to check the specific requirements of each scholarship.
Eligibility criteria for Music scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as musical talent, academic performance, and commitment to music. Specific requirements will be outlined in the scholarship application.
Yes, many Music scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, schools, and foundations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its credibility.
You can find Music scholarships by searching online scholarship databases, visiting your school's financial aid office, or checking with music organizations and institutions. A great resource for finding scholarships is Mos.
Music scholarships are financial awards given to students who demonstrate exceptional talent or interest in music. These scholarships can help cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses for those pursuing music studies.
To write a strong application for Music scholarships, be clear and concise, tailor your application to the specific scholarship, and ensure you highlight your unique musical talents and experiences.
Music scholarships often cover tuition fees, instrument purchases, music lessons, and other related educational expenses. The specifics will depend on the scholarship provider.
To apply for Music scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, submit transcripts, provide letters of recommendation, and possibly perform an audition. Check the specific requirements for each scholarship.
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