VSA International Young Soloists Award Program

For students with disabilities

Music

Age

High school

Overview

The VSA International Young Soloists Award Program provides $2,000 to U.S. and international outstanding young musicians with disabilities. It is open to soloists and ensembles of any instrument or genre including classical, jazz, Hip Hop, rock, and more. To qualify, you must be between 14 and 25 years old. To apply, you should complete an online application and submit a video. If that sounds like a fit for you, apply!

Status

Coming soon

Deadline

🗓 January 17, 2025

Paid to

🏫 Your school

Website

www.kennedy-center.org

What you'll need

Short Responses

Answer brief, open-ended questions to provide more insight into your background and goals.

Video

Showcase your unique qualities through a short video presentation.

FAQ

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to?

To prioritize your scholarship applications, think about which scholarships you have the best chance of getting (the most specific ones, with more than one winner), the ones due the soonest, and the ones that are awarding the most money.

Tip: We recommend you make a schedule for yourself to follow to stay organized and on track throughout the scholarship application season! You can always ask a Mos advisor for help.

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

If you haven't heard back within a few weeks, reach out to the scholarship organization! Some scholarship organizations email all the applicants to let them know if they were selected or not, while others only contact the winners—it usually depends on the number of applicants. It never hurts to follow up.