Music Scholarships

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

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Available Music scholarships

Browse available music scholarships below or use filters to refine your results by deadline, award amount, GPA, eligibility, and requirements.

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Orange County Centennial Scholarship Deadline 2026 USA

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $5,000. Plan to apply by May 1, 2026.

$5,000

Award Amount

May 1, 2026

1 day left

3 requirements

Requirements

ArtsMusicFew RequirementsHigh SchoolUndergraduateGPA 2.0+CACalifornia
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College Scholarship Program

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $5,000. Plan to apply by May 1, 2026.

$5,000

Award Amount

Direct to student

May 1, 2026

1 day left

8 requirements

Requirements

ArtsCommunityMusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateDirect to studentGPA 2.0+NJNew Jersey
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Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $5,000. Plan to apply by May 1, 2026.

$5,000

Award Amount

May 1, 2026

1 day left

7 requirements

Requirements

EducationSTEMMusicDisabilityFew RequirementsUndergraduateGraduateGPA 2.0+
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Donald Runnicles Musical Arts Scholarship Competition

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $25,000. Plan to apply by May 4, 2026.

$25,000

Award Amount

May 4, 2026

4 days left

4 requirements

Requirements

ArtsEducationMusicFew RequirementsHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGPA 2.0+IDMTWYIdahoMontanaWyoming
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Wilshire Quinn Musical Arts Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 10,000. Plan to apply by 6/15/2026.

$10,000

Award Amount

Jun 15, 2026

46 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

ArtsMusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduate
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Marshall and Dorothy Smith Music Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $10000. Plan to apply by June 9, 2026.

385 applicants

$10,000

Award Amount

Jun 9, 2026

40 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

ArtsMusicEducationFew RequirementsWomenMinorityDisabilityHispanicFirst-GenerationSingle ParentFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduatePhDCommunity CollegeGPA 3.5+CAFLGAINMAMINCPATXVA
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WCEJ Thornton Foundation Music & Art Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $30000. Plan to apply by July 1, 2026.

141 applicants

$30,000

Award Amount

Direct to student

Jul 1, 2026

62 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

ArtsEducationMusicFew RequirementsWomenMinorityAfrican AmericanDisabilityLGBTQ+Low IncomeHispanicFirst-GenerationVeteransSingle ParentNative AmericanHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateCommunity CollegeDirect to studentGPA 3.0+AKAZCACOCTDEFLGAHIILINKSMDMIMSMOMTNVNMNYNCOHRISCTNTXUTVAWA
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X TOGETHER (TXT) MOA Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $33685. Plan to apply by July 13, 2026.

384 applicants

$33,685

Award Amount

Direct to student

Jul 13, 2026

74 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

EducationMedicineLawCommunityMusicFew RequirementsWomenInternational StudentsHispanicFirst-GenerationFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduatePhDTrade SchoolDirect to studentGPA 3.0+CAFLGAHINYNCPATXUT
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Audrey & Michael D'Ambrisi Music Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $10500. Plan to apply by June 14, 2026.

19 applicants

$10,500

Award Amount

Jun 14, 2026

45 days left

3 requirements

Requirements

EducationMusicWomenAfrican AmericanDisabilityInternational StudentsHispanicFirst-GenerationSingle ParentHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduatePhDCommunity CollegeGPA 3.5+DEMDMAMNNJNYPA

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Frequently asked questions about music scholarships

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