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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NEW

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $33000. Plan to apply by June 26, 2026.

31 applicants

$33,000

Award Amount

Jun 26, 2026

58 days left

3 requirements

Requirements

EducationMusicSTEMMedicineWomenMinorityDisabilityHispanicFirst-GenerationVeteransNative AmericanFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduatePhDCommunity CollegeTrade SchoolGPA 3.5+AZCOCTFLMIMNNVNJNMTNTX
NEW

WoodaWorx Music Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $10000. Plan to apply by June 30, 2026.

49 applicants

$10,000

Award Amount

Jun 30, 2026

62 days left

3 requirements

Requirements

ArtsMusicEducationWomenMinorityAfrican AmericanDisabilityHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateGPA 3.0+ALFLGANVNCTXVA
NEW

Higher Education Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is 7,000. Plan to apply by 12/31/2026.

$7,000

Award Amount

Dec 31, 2026

246 days left

None

Requirements

EducationMusicFew RequirementsNative AmericanFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduatePhDCommunity CollegeGPA 2.0+AKMI
NEW

Lyn Schneider Memorial Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $6005. Plan to apply by May 17, 2026.

39 applicants

$6,005

Award Amount

May 17, 2026

18 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

ArtsEducationMusicFew RequirementsHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolGPA 3.0+NJ
NEW

Bowens-Wheatley Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $3,000. Plan to apply by May 1, 2026.

$3,000

Award Amount

May 1, 2026

2 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

EducationMusicEasy ApplyFew RequirementsWomenUndergraduateGPA 2.0+
NEW

White Earth Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $6,000. Plan to apply by May 31, 2026.

$6,000

Award Amount

May 31, 2026

32 days left

5 requirements

Requirements

EducationMedicineLawMusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedNative AmericanGraduateTrade SchoolGPA 2.0+MNMinnesota
NEW

Austin Classical Guitar Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is $2,500. Plan to apply by May 1, 2026.

$2,500

Award Amount

Direct to student

May 1, 2026

2 days left

8 requirements

Requirements

MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateCommunity CollegeDirect to studentGPA 3.0+
NEW

Bunker Performing Arts Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $50000. Plan to apply by May 4, 2026.

47 applicants

$50,000

Award Amount

May 4, 2026

5 days left

3 requirements

Requirements

ArtsEducationMusicWomenDisabilityLGBTQ+HispanicFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 3.5+ARCAINLAMEMANMNYOKTX

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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.