Music Scholarships

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

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Available Music scholarships

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Jason Choi Memorial Scholarship for Guitarists

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $3000. Plan to apply by July 19, 2026.

6 applicants

$3,000

Award Amount

Jul 19, 2026

81 days left

4 requirements

Requirements

EducationMusicHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGPA 3.0+CA
Verified
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Performing Arts Music Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 2,000. Plan to apply by 9/18/2026.

$2,000

Award Amount

Sep 18, 2026

142 days left

1 requirement

Requirements

ArtsCommunityMusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateCommunity CollegeVerifiedGPA 3.5+
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Richard Turner Jr. Musical Gifts Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $2250. Plan to apply by August 1, 2026.

2 applicants

$2,250

Award Amount

Aug 1, 2026

94 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

EducationMusicFew RequirementsWomenAfrican AmericanUndergraduateGraduateGPA 2.0+CAFLMINYTN
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Prince Justice Memorial Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $1000. Plan to apply by May 19, 2026.

202 applicants

$1,000

Award Amount

Direct to student

May 19, 2026

20 days left

4 requirements

Requirements

EducationMedicineCommunityMusicAfrican AmericanHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduatePhDTrade SchoolDirect to studentGPA 3.5+
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Bertha M. Boettcher Memorial Award

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 1,500. Plan to apply by 12/19/2026.

$1,500

Award Amount

Dec 19, 2026

234 days left

None

Requirements

MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 2.0+ILIllinois
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Jerry Bolen Memorial Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 1,500. Plan to apply by 12/19/2026.

$1,500

Award Amount

Dec 19, 2026

234 days left

None

Requirements

MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 2.0+ILIllinois
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Gibby Monokoski Memorial Endowed Music Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $1,400. Plan to apply by May 4, 2026.

$1,400

Award Amount

May 4, 2026

5 days left

8 requirements

Requirements

MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 2.5+
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Sam Stoy "Captain America" Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $2000. Plan to apply by May 11, 2026.

6 applicants

$2,000

Award Amount

May 11, 2026

12 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

EducationCommunityMusicFew RequirementsWomenVeteransHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateTrade SchoolGPA 3.0+NYVAWA
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Neil Margeson Sound Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $2000. Plan to apply by May 30, 2026.

650 applicants

$2,000

Award Amount

May 30, 2026

31 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

EducationMusicSTEMFew RequirementsWomenDisabilityHispanicHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduatePhDTrade SchoolGPA 3.5+MINYSCVA

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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.