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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Rent Veil Scholarship at Northeast Lakeview College

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

Amount Varies

Award Amount

May 15, 2026

16 days left

9 requirements

Requirements

ArtsSTEMMedicineBiologyMusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedUndergraduateCommunity CollegeGPA 2.5+
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Mariachi Connection Scholarship-SAC | Eligibility & Deadline

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

Amount Varies

Award Amount

May 15, 2026

16 days left

6 requirements

Requirements

MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedCommunity CollegeGPA 2.0+
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Rick Sciaraffa, Jr. Music Business 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 5/15/2026.

Amount Varies

Award Amount

May 15, 2026

16 days left

None

Requirements

MusicFew RequirementsFinancial NeedCommunity CollegeGPA 2.0+
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Reverend G. Richard Thayer 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 5/15/2026.

Amount Varies

Award Amount

May 15, 2026

16 days left

None

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ArtsEducationMusicFew RequirementsCommunity CollegeGPA 2.5+TXTexas
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Allan J. Lavelle and Toni Villarreal Music 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 5/15/2026.

Amount Varies

Award Amount

May 15, 2026

16 days left

None

Requirements

MusicFew RequirementsCommunity CollegeGPA 2.5+
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Moonlighting Musicians Scholarship at USF

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. It is geared toward students attending . The listed award is Amount Varies. Plan to apply by 5/16/2026.

Amount Varies

Award Amount

May 16, 2026

17 days left

None

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ArtsMusicFew RequirementsUndergraduateGraduateFLFlorida
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Jacob Wise Memorial Scholarship

offers this scholarship to help cover education costs. The listed award is $4000. Plan to apply by July 16, 2026.

104 applicants

$4,000

Award Amount

Direct to student

Jul 16, 2026

78 days left

2 requirements

Requirements

EducationMusicFew RequirementsFirst-GenerationFinancial NeedHigh School SeniorHigh SchoolUndergraduateDirect to studentGPA 3.5+

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  • Focus first on music scholarships where your background matches the listed eligibility requirements.
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  • Prepare essays, transcripts, recommendation requests, and proof of enrollment before the final week.
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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.