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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Piano Performance Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is Amount Varies. Plan to apply by 7/1/2026.

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 1, 2026

62 days left

None

Requirements

MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGPA 3.0+
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C A Wisdom Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is Amount Varies. Plan to apply by 7/1/2026.

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Direct to student

Jul 1, 2026

62 days left

None

Requirements

MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduatePhDCommunity CollegeDirect to studentGPA 3.0+
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Donald & Dahlee Morton Endowed Piano Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is Amount Varies. Plan to apply by 7/1/2026.

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 1, 2026

62 days left

None

Requirements

EducationMusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGPA 3.0+
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Jeanne Murphy Scholarship: Compassion in Action

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $1000. Plan to apply by July 8, 2026.

160 applicants

$1,000

Award Amount

Jul 8, 2026

69 days left

3 requirements

Requirements

EducationCommunityMusicDisabilityFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGPA 3.5+CAGAHIKYNMNY
For Mexico
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Sally Stevens Scholarships in the Arts for the School of Theatre and Dance

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is Amount Varies. Plan to apply by 7/15/2026.

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 15, 2026

76 days left

None

Requirements

ArtsMusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateILIllinois
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Jacob Memorial Scholarship for Arts and Music

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $1000. Plan to apply by July 27, 2026.

154 applicants

$1,000

Award Amount

Jul 27, 2026

88 days left

3 requirements

Requirements

ArtsEducationMusicHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateGPA 3.5+CONY
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Huskie Marching Band Scholarship for Incoming Students

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

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 31, 2026

92 days left

None

Requirements

MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateGraduateGPA 2.0+ILIllinois
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NIU Alumni Marching Band Scholarship

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

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 31, 2026

92 days left

None

Requirements

MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateILIllinois
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Joseph and Rosemarie Cerrone NIU Marching Band Scholarship

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

Amount Varies

Award Amount

Jul 31, 2026

92 days left

None

Requirements

MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateGraduateGPA 2.0+ILIllinois

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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.