Sponsor: Al Downing Tampa Bay Jazz Association
Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 2240
St. Petersburg, FL 33731
Eligibility: Applicants must have participated in a jazz band during their senior year. A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required. Students must submit a recorded audition and an essay about the importance of jazz in their life. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: January 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.aldowningjazz.com/
Sponsor: Baltimore Community Foundation
2 East Read Street
9th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21202
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating from a public high school in Baltimore City or County. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.bcf.org
Sponsor: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, Inc.
4455 West Lawrence Street
Appleton, WI 54914
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors from Neenah High School who plan to pursue a music education major at a four-year accredited college or university. Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Amount: $600
Deadline: February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffoxvalley.org/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Muskegon County
425 W. Western Avenue
Suite 200
Muskegon, MI 49440
Eligibility: Applicants must be Muskegon County students pursuing a degree or certification in a music field, and provide annual support to Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp for student guitarists.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://muskegonfoundation.org/give/our-funds/?fwp_fund_type=scholarship
Sponsor: LaGrange Community Foundation
0045 N 250 W
LaGrange, IN 46761
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating Prairie Heights High School seniors pursuing a career in teaching, nursing or music on a full-time basis at a two- or four-year college or university.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.lccf.net/scholarships
Sponsor: Associated Male Choruses of America
Weldon Wilson, Scholarship Chair
5143 S. 40th Street
St. Cloud, MN 56301
Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time students obtaining their bachelor's degree in a music-related field (with preference given to voice or choral concentrations) and be sponsored by a chorus of the Associated Male Choruses of America. Applicants must submit references and a personal letter.
Amount: $1,000-$1,200
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online or by contacting your local AMCA chorus.
Website: http://www.amcofa-sing.org/scholarships.html
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Southwest Washington
610 Esther Street
Suite 201
Vancouver, WA 98660
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors from Clark County who plan to pursue a degree in music education or music performance.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: April 30
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfsww.org/how-we-grant/scholarships/high-school-seniors/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin
500 First Street
Suite 2600
Wausau, WI 54403
Eligibility: Applicants must be highly motivated 6-12th grade piano students studying under Ann Applegate at the Conservatory of Music who are talented and have financial need. Students must have a strong desire to acquire quality piano instruction.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Contact sponsor to confirm deadline
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfoncw.org/grants-scholarships/scholarships/
Sponsor: Rochester Area Community Foundation
500 East Avenue
Rochester, NY 14607
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors of Armenian heritage planning to pursue a career in medicine, science, or music.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.racf.org/scholarships/search-for-scholarships/
Sponsor: Greater Lowell Community Foundation
100 Merrimack Street
Suite 202
Lowell, MA 01852
Eligibility: Applicants must have been involved in the music program at Lowell High School and are planning to study music in college.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.glcfoundation.org/scholarships/donate-to-a-scholarship/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Frederick County
312 East Church Street
Frederick, MD 21701
Eligibility: Applicants must provide their transcript with the application. Students who submit their transcripts will be considered for all scholarships offered by the foundation. Applicants must be Middletown High School seniors studying education or music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.frederickcountygives.org/apply/scholarships/
Sponsor: Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
800 North Main Street
Sheffield, MA 01257
Eligibility: Applicants must be seniors graduating from a public high school in Berkshire County and Northwest Litchfield County who wish to study music. Students facing health challenges will be given preference.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berkshiretaconic.org/bReceivebNonprofitsIndividuals/SearchApplyforScholarships.aspx
Sponsor: Ventura County Community Foundation
4001 Mission Oaks Boulevard
Suite A
Camarillo, CA 93012
Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited four-year college or university and live in San Buenaventura or Ojai, California. To qualify, students must be pursuing a degree in music education or music performance. Financial need is not required, but will be considered during the selection process. Letters of recommendation required for application process must directly relate to applicant musical qualifications.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: January 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://vccf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Howard County
215 W. Sycamore
Kokomo, IN 46901
Eligibility: Applicants must be seniors from any Howard County high schools and Maconaquah High School who attend accredited colleges or universities to study fine arts. Preference is given to graduates from Northwestern High School and Maconaquah High School and students majoring in piano.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: January 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfhoward.org/scholarship_funds.html
Sponsor: Steuben County Community Foundation
1701 North Wayne Street
Angola, IN 46703
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating or alumni students of any Steuben County high schools, nontraditional and homeschool students included, who are pursuing a degree in music-vocal or instrumental. Student must have a minimum GPA of 2.0.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: January 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://steubenfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Midland Area Community Foundation
76 Ashman Circle
Midland, MI 48640
Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, residents of Midland or Gladwin counties for at least one year and high school seniors or current undergraduate students. Students must provide a transcript and complete the online application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: January 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.midlandfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Monterey County
2354 Garden Road
Monterey, CA 93940
Eligibility: Applicants must be students furthering their education in music at the college level, must be graduating seniors from Monterey High School, must be members of the HS Band, Jazz Band or Orchestra for at least two years including the Senior year, must be exceptionally talented on woodwind, brass, string or percussion instrument, must be recommended by the MHS School Band Director and have achieved at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA to receive the scholarship.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfmco.org/about-us/fund-list/#scholarship-award-funds
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan
30 Scott's Corners Drive
Suite 203
Montgomery, NY 12549
Eligibility: Applicants must be students pursuing music education, graduating from either Chester High School or Warwick High School, or to 501(c)(3) nonprofit music-related organizations.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfosny.org/our-funds/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley
25 Van Wagner Road
Suite 2
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Lakeland High School who plans to major in communications, music education or music performance at any accredited college, or university in the U.S.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: April 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://communityfoundationshv.org
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Pulaski County
127 E. Pearl Street
Winamac, IN 46996
Eligibility: Applicants must be Pulaski County residents graduating students who have high academic achievements and demonstrated leadership activities. Students must be graduates of any public high school and must be willing to pursue a degree in music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 3
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfopc.org/scholarships
Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley
P.O. Box 4786
Aurora, IL 60507
Eligibility: Applicants must be students entering people-oriented vocations such as the social sciences, health science, medicine, engineering, music and theology. Students must reside in Dekalb, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendal, LaSalle or Will County. A transcript, SAT or ACT scores, the Expected Family Contribution and recommendation letters are required.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: December 9
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffrv.org/scholarship-program/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of the North State
1335 Arboretum Drive
Suite B
Redding, CA 96003
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors in Shasta County with a minimum GPA of 3.5. Students must pursue a degree in medicine, engineering or music in a community college or a four-year college or university.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 22
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfnorthstate.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Wisconsin Dells Educational Foundation
P.O. Box 533
Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of Wisconsin Dells High School who are active in the choir or band. Students must have been accepted at a four-year university and be planning to major in the music field, special education or nursing.
Amount: $300
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.wdhsfoundation.org
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Whitley County
400 N. Whitley Street
Columbia City, IN 46725
Eligibility: Applicants must be current students, non-traditional students, home-school students, or graduating high school seniors with aspirations for a nursing career or obtaining a degree in music. Students must be Whitley County residents.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfwhitley.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Mendocino County
204 South Oak Street
Ukiah, CA 95482
Eligibility: Applicants must be a Mendocino High School Senior who plans to study music in college. Students must display a commitment to music and proven talent. Selection based on letters of recommendation and academic achievement. A GPA of 3.0 is preferred.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.communityfound.org/grants-scholarships/
Sponsor: Middletown Community Foundation
300 N. Main Street
Suite 300
Middletown, OH 45042
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating students from a High School in the Middletown Area who are willing to further their education. Preference will be given to students majoring in music.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: February 14
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.mcfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Parkersburg Area Community Foundation
P.O. Box 1762
1620 Park Avenue
Parkersburg, WV 26102
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors or graduates residing in Washington County, OH or Wood County, WV with preferences for students from City of Belpre or Belpre Township. Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and participate in music activities in school or church.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://pacfwv.com
Sponsor: Bay Area Community Foundation
Pere Marquette Depot
1000 Adams Street
Suite 200
Bay City, MI 48708
Eligibility: Applicants must submit a FAFSA proving financial need and demonstrate an dedication to obtain a degree in fine arts especially public TV or radio. Students must submit two letters of recommendation, a current transcript, a personal essay and an acceptable portrait photo as a JPEG or PNG along with their application.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: First Monday in February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://bayfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Frederick County
312 East Church Street
Frederick, MD 21701
Eligibility: Applicants must provide their transcript with the application. Students who submit their transcripts will be considered for all scholarships offered by the foundation. Applicants must be Fredrick County students preferably those studying music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.frederickcountygives.org/apply/scholarships/
Sponsor: Johnson County Community Foundation
P.O. Box 217
398 South Main Street
Franklin, IN 46131
Eligibility: Applicants must have a minimum 2.75 GPA and plan to enroll into an accredited tow or four-year college or university on a full-time basis. Music and theater studies must encompass performance or education.
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: February 22
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.jccf.org/scholarships
Sponsor: Greater Toledo Community Foundation
300 Madison Avenue
Suite 1300
Toledo, OH 43604
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of northwest Ohio or southeast Michigan pursuing an undergraduate degree in music with an emphasis on jazz studies at an accredited post-secondary institution. Students must be enrolled full-time and must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA. Applicants must have demonstrated financial need.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: February 11
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.toledocf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley
P.O. Box 4786
Aurora, IL 60507
Eligibility: Applicants must attend an accredited post-secondary institution during the next school year on a full-time basis and major in music. Students must reside in Dekalb, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendal, LaSalle or Will County. A transcript, SAT or ACT scores, the Expected Family Contribution and recommendation letters are required.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: December 9
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffrv.org/scholarship-program/
Sponsor: Shiawassee Community Foundation
217 N. Washington Street
Suite 104
P.O. Box 753
989-725-1093,
Eligibility: Applicants must be Owosso High School or Corunna High School seniors who must plan to study music education.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: January 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.shiacf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Ozarks
425 E. Trafficway
Springfield, MO 65806
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating Dadeville High School Seniors with a preference for music students who are willing to apply to a two or four-year accredited college, university or technical training school and who plans to pursue music. Students must describe their participation in music courses, their accomplishments in music and the music they plan to pursue beyond high school. Preferences will be given to students who provide a one-page essay addressing "How music has impacted your life so far and how you think music will contribute to your future".
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: March 3
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfozarks.org
Sponsor: Pinellas Education Foundation
12090 Starkey Road
Largo, FL 33773
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating students of any Pinellas County Public High School with an interest in music. Students must have a minimum 2.75 or higher GPA and must plan to pursue a career in music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.pinellaseducation.org
Sponsor: Decatur County Community Foundation
101 East Main Street
Suite 1
Greensburg, IN 47240
Eligibility: Selection is based on the overall strength of the application.
Amount: $300
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.dccfound.org
Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Ozarks
425 E. Trafficway
Springfield, MO 65806
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating Adrian High School Seniors who have a minimum 2.5 or above GPA and are applying to a two or four-year accredited college, university or technical training school, majoring in education, agriculture or music. Students must describe their participation in community service, school activities and work experience and write a one-page essay addressing "Your educational and vocational goals" and a character assessment sheet must be completed.
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: March 3
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfozarks.org
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
3833 Cleghorn Avenue
Suite 400
Nashville, TN 37215-2519
Eligibility: Applicants must be current students at an accredited college or university, take at least six credit hours and be enrolled in a bachelor's of fine art, bachelor's of studio art, master's of fine art or bachelor's or master's in music program. Art students must major in painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, photography or printmaking. Preference for music scholarships is given to those studying acoustic mandolin or acoustic guitar. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online. An application form, transcript, essay, Student Aid Report and two appraisal forms are required.
Website: https://www.cfmt.org/grants-scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region
6 Tower Place
Albany, NY 12203
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of Ravena Coeymans Selkirk High School. Students must be planning to study history, music or education at a two- or four-year college or university.
Amount: $1,250
Deadline: March 16
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.cfgcr.org
Sponsor: Napa Valley Community Foundation
3299 Claremont Way, Suite 4
Napa, CA 94558
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors who attend public high schools in Napa County and Napa Valley College students who plan to pursue an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, computer science or music at a community college or four-year college/university. Preferences will be given to students who have a minimum 2.0 GPA.
Amount: $12,000
Deadline: March 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.napavalleycf.org/im-a-student/scholarship-opportunities/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico
2640 El Paseo Road
Las Cruces, NM 88001
Eligibility: Applicants must be students in both public and private school enrolled in a music program.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 17
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://communityfoundationofsouthernnewmexico.org/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Northern Illinois
946 North Second Street
Rockford, IL 61107
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school graduating seniors of Byron High School who plan to pursue a career in music education. Students who are current high school seniors will be given preference.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfnil.org/
Sponsor: Shiawassee Community Foundation
217 N. Washington Street
Suite 104
P.O. Box 753
989-725-1093,
Eligibility: Applicants must be Shiawassee County area high school seniors or graduates. Preference will be given to those studying in the fields of healthcare, education, music, non-profit/community service, or ministry. Applicants must have high moral character and demonstrate leadership and good citizenship and be above-average students.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: January 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.shiacf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of North Central Washington
9 South Wenatchee Avenue
Wenatchee, WA 98801
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a high school in Chelan, Douglas or Okanogan county who demonstrates financial need and plans to major in journalism or a music related field. Selection is based on academic achievement and the strength of the overall application.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfncw.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Washington County MD
37 S. Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Eligibility: Applicants must be students who reside in Washington County and demonstrate financial aid. Students must be from any minority with preference given to African-American students. Applicants must be from any Washington County Public or private High School, or a student currently enrolled in a two- or four-year college whose intended career path is to pursue further education at a trade school, college, university, or other special-focused institution for Culinary Art, or for Specialized Instruction in Piano.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Contact sponsor to confirm deadline
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfwcmd.org/scholarships/our-scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc.
301 S. Main Street
Horseheads, NY 14845
Eligibility: Applicants must be Horseheads High School students who plan on studying classical music at the collegiate level.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: February 11
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://communityfund.org/what-we-do/scholarships-for-students/
Sponsor: Hawaii Community Foundation - Scholarships
827 Fort Street Mall
Honolulu, HI 96813
Eligibility: Applicants must be majoring in music with an emphasis on classical music. They must have a GPA of 2.7 or higher, and they must describe their program of study as it relates to classical music in their personal statement.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 28
How to apply: To apply, register online, complete the online application and select the scholarships to which you wish to apply. In addition, mail the supporting materials: printed confirmation page from the online application, personal statement, copy of Student Aid Report (SAR) available at www.fafsa.ed.gov and official transcript.
Website: https://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Benton Community Foundation Oregon
660 NW Harrison Boulevard
Corvallis, OR 97330
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors or graduates of Linn, Benton or Lincoln County high schools who are currently studying music at an institution of higher learning.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.bcfgives.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Henry County Community Foundation
700 South Memorial Drive
P.O. Box 6006
New Castle, IN 47362
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors with financial need from any high school in Henry County, Indiana. Students must have at least a 2.75 GPA. Applicants must intend to pursue a major in music.
Amount: $100-$499
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.henrycountycf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Giving
101 7th Avenue South, #100
St. Cloud, MN 56304
Eligibility: Applicants must be current High School seniors from Willmar, MN who have high academic achievements. Students must be planning to attend a two- or four-year US-based college/university (full time enrollment) and must be willing to major in music education, music performance and music therapy.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.communitygiving.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Wabash Valley Community Foundation
200 South 8th Street
Terre Haute, IN 47807
Eligibility: Applicants must be Vigo County residents who are pursuing a degree in medical education with the intention to become a doctor and/or those pursuing a musical education with their primary specialization in piano.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: August 30
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://wvcf.org
Sponsor: Parkersburg Area Community Foundation
P.O. Box 1762
1620 Park Avenue
Parkersburg, WV 26102
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Parkersburg High School. Students must be pursuing a degree in music at an accredited post-secondary institution. Interest, dedication to music, character and leadership are considered. Preferences are given to students interested in majoring in instrumental music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://pacfwv.com
Sponsor: John Philip Sousa Foundation
196 East 650 North
West Lafayette, IN 47906
Eligibility: Applicants must plan on attending a college or university in the United States and pursue a degree in instrumental music education. Students must complete the application in full including essay statement, three letters of recommendation and current transcript.
Amount: $1,000-$2,000
Deadline: November 4
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.sousafoundation.net
Sponsor: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, Inc.
4455 West Lawrence Street
Appleton, WI 54914
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Waupaca High School who are planning to attend an accredited college, university, or technical college. Students must be pursuing a career in music, physical or occupational therapy or animal or veterinary science.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffoxvalley.org/
Sponsor: Edward Hosharian Foundation
P.O. Box 2577
Montebello, CA 90640
Eligibility: Applicants must be of Armenian descent with financial need. Students must be entering sophomore status or above and enrolled full-time at an accredited four-year U.S. college or university majoring in music performance or composition. Music performance majors must provide a YouTube link of a performance or self-made video. Composition majors must upload two scores of compositions.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: May 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://edwardhosharian.org/
Sponsor: Greater Lowell Community Foundation
100 Merrimack Street
Suite 202
Lowell, MA 01852
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Lowell High School pursuing a college degree in music, with preference in choral/voice study.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.glcfoundation.org/scholarships/donate-to-a-scholarship/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin
500 First Street
Suite 2600
Wausau, WI 54403
Eligibility: Applicants must be talented students from Antigo, Wisconsin, with demonstrated financial need who intend to participate in lessons at the Wausau Conservatory of Music. Students must be highly motivated with a strong desire to acquire quality music instruction.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Contact sponsor to confirm deadline
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfoncw.org/grants-scholarships/scholarships/
Sponsor: Coastal Community Foundation
162 S. Rancho Santa Fe Road
Suite F-50
Encinitas, CA 92023
Eligibility: Preference will be given to students who need financial support to attend college and who excel in fine arts, dance or music.
Amount: $500-$2,500
Deadline: April 3
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://coastalfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of the North State
1335 Arboretum Drive
Suite B
Redding, CA 96003
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a Shasta County high school pursuing music at a community college or four-year college or university or students completing the two-year music degree program at Shasta College.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 22
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfnorthstate.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Wayne County Community Foundation
517 North Market Street
Wooster, OH 44691
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating from Rittman High School in Ohio. Students must have taken at least two years of music at Rittman High School. Applicants must be accepted to an accredited college or university where they will pursue a degree in music.
Amount: Up to $4,000
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.waynecountycommunityfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Kern Community Foundation
5701 Truxtun Avenue
Suite 110
Bakersfield, CA 93309
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors from Kern County with a minimum 2.0 GPA. When completing the application, students will be considered for all of the scholarships awarded by the foundation.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.kernfoundation.org/students/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Washington County MD
37 S. Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Eligibility: Applicants must be deserving orchestra students from Smithsburg High School.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Contact sponsor to confirm deadline
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfwcmd.org/scholarships/our-scholarships/
Sponsor: Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
800 North Main Street
Sheffield, MA 01257
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who have been accepted in a conservatory or school of music for the fall term. Students must be full-time residents of the Berkshire Taconic region.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berkshiretaconic.org/bReceivebNonprofitsIndividuals/SearchApplyforScholarships.aspx
Sponsor: North Georgia Community Foundation
340 Jesse Jewell Parkway
Suite 605
Gainesville, GA 30501
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors and homeschooled students from Hall County who plan to pursue higher education in the field of music at an accredited institute of higher learning within in the state of Georgia.
Amount: $750
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.ngcf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Pinellas Education Foundation
12090 Starkey Road
Largo, FL 33773
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating students of Gibbs High School who plan to major in music or a music-related degree. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher and must show involvement in a music-related club.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.pinellaseducation.org
Sponsor: East Bay Community Foundation
200 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza
Oakland, CA 94612
Eligibility: Applicants must be music students at Oakland School to receive the scholarship.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: October
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.ebcf.org/grants/scholarship-opportunities/
Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
P.O. Box 1159
Roanoke, VA 24006
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a high school in Alleghany, Bath, Covington County or Clifton Forge. Students must enroll full-time in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in music or performing arts. Financial need will be considered.
Amount: $2,400
Deadline: January 13
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfwesternva.org/for-students/scholarship-listings/
Sponsor: Southeast Virginia Community Foundation
1435 Crossways Boulevard
Suite 303
Chesapeake, VA 23320
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of Smithfield High School with a minimum 2.8 GPA who are the first generation of color that desires to pursue studies in education, S.T.E.M, medicine, or music with the award being based on financial need.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: May 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://sevacf.org/scholarships/scholarship-offerings/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Frederick County
312 East Church Street
Frederick, MD 21701
Eligibility: Applicants must provide their transcript with the application. Students who submit their transcripts will be considered for all scholarships offered by the foundation. Applicants must be students studying music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.frederickcountygives.org/apply/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley
P.O. Box 4786
Aurora, IL 60507
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating Yorkville High School students who want to pursue a career in music or music education.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: December 9
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffrv.org/scholarship-program/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Frederick County
312 East Church Street
Frederick, MD 21701
Eligibility: Applicants must provide their transcript with the application. Students who submit their transcripts will be considered for all scholarships offered by the foundation. Applicants must be students majoring in music with a focus on vocal performance.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.frederickcountygives.org/apply/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Pulaski County
127 E. Pearl Street
Winamac, IN 46996
Eligibility: Applicants must be Winamac Community or West Central High School seniors entering the field of music, vocational or liberal arts. Students must have high academic achievements to qualify for this scholarship and this scholarship is renewable yearly.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 3
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfopc.org/scholarships
Sponsor: Marietta Community Foundation
100 Putnam Street
Marietta, OH 45750
Eligibility: Applicants must be current seniors of a Washington County School or nontraditional students who have high academic achievements and demonstrated financial need. Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and must be willing to be enrolled in an associate or bachelor's degree program on a full-time basis while majoring in music or a career working with children.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 18
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.mcfohio.org/scholarships
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Northern Illinois
946 North Second Street
Rockford, IL 61107
Eligibility: Applicants must be college-bound students in Boone, Ogle or Winnebago County with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Students must be 19 years old or younger and must plan to study or be studying music education in college. Applicants must be attending or planning to attend an accredited two- or four-year college or university.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfnil.org/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be Hemlock High School graduating seniors who demonstrate participation in high school music and full-time enrollment. Students must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Dallas Jewish Community Foundation
12700 Hillcrest Road
Suite 201
Dallas, TX 75230
Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time Jewish undergraduate or graduate students who are majoring in theatre or musical theatre at either a four-year university or The Juilliard School. Students must be U.S. citizens or legal residents. Applicants must be from Collin, Dallas or Denton Counties.
Amount: $1,130
Deadline: January 26
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.djcf.org/changing-the-world
Sponsor: Muskingum County Community Foundation
534 Putnam Avenue
Zanesville, OH 43701
Eligibility: Applicants must be Zanesville High School graduates who will be in vocal music majors at accredited institutions of higher education.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Contact sponsor to confirm deadline
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.mccf.org
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors, current undergraduates or graduate students pursuing degrees in musical arts Students must be Saginaw County residents. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who are residents of Saginaw County. Students must be pursuing undergraduate degrees in music, music education, music theory, or music performance with a minimum 2.8 GPA. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Grand Rapids Community Foundation
185 Oakes Street SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Eligibility: Applicants must be Kent County residents (2-year minimum) and must be graduate or undergraduate level students majoring in Music at any college in the U.S. Students must have financial need and a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.grfoundation.org
Sponsor: Midland Area Community Foundation
76 Ashman Circle
Midland, MI 48640
Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, residents of Midland or Gladwin counties for at least one year and high school seniors or current undergraduate students. Students must provide a transcript and complete the online application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: January 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.midlandfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Louisville
325 W. Main Street
Suite 1110
Louisville, KY 40202
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Shelby County High School in Shelbyville, Kentucky who are pursuing a degree in Music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cflouisville.org/scholarships/scholarship-opportunities/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Monterey County
2354 Garden Road
Monterey, CA 93940
Eligibility: Applicants must have documented financial need, must plan on furthering his/her education in music this fall at the college level, with the intent to pursue a degree in the field of music, must have been a member of a high school or community band, orchestra or chorale, must show exceptional talent in a musical instrument, singing or music composition, must have a recommendation from a high school band director or similar individual (e.g. director of a community youth orchestra), must have achieved at least a 2.8 GPA over all four years of High School, demonstrate good character and write a 200-word essay describing the reason for pursuing a degree in music and what it would mean to be awarded. Open to students from all Monterey County high schools.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: March 22
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfmco.org/about-us/fund-list/#scholarship-award-funds
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Noble County
P.O. Box 127
1208 E. Lakeside Drive
Kendallville, IN 46755
Eligibility: Applicants must be Central Noble High School senior who will pursue two- or four- years of undergraduate study on a full-time basis and who anticipates either a major or minor in music or will be involved in a music program in their freshman year of college.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: January 18
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfnoble.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Ventura County Community Foundation
4001 Mission Oaks Boulevard
Suite A
Camarillo, CA 93012
Eligibility: Applicants must be either a graduating senior in the city of Ventura or a current Ventura College student enrolling at an accredited four-year college or university to study music. Students must be able to demonstrate financial need. Applicants can reapply in successive years.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: January 21
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://vccf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, Inc.
4455 West Lawrence Street
Appleton, WI 54914
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Chilton High School who are planning to attend an accredited two- or four-year college or university. Students who intend to pursue a degree in nursing, music or forestry.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffoxvalley.org/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, Inc.
4455 West Lawrence Street
Appleton, WI 54914
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from New Holstein High School who intend to pursue post-secondary education at a college, university or technical school. Students must pursue a course of study in the field of music, agriculture or nursing.
Amount: $750
Deadline: February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffoxvalley.org/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be seniors from Arthur Hill or Frankenmuth high schools and Saginaw County resident with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must demonstrate involvement in school choral program and major in choral music or piano performance. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region
Millrace North
725 Jackson Street
Suite 114
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from King George High School and have successfully completed at least two years of music courses or other accredited programs. Students must have participated in both curricular and extracurricular music activities and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants must indicate a desire to pursue a major or minor course of study in music at the undergraduate level.
Amount: $500
Deadline: March 5
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfrrr.org/apply/scholarships/
Sponsor: Wabash Valley Community Foundation
200 South 8th Street
Terre Haute, IN 47807
Eligibility: Applicants must be Sullivan County residents seeking a degree in music at an accredited college or university.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: August 30
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://wvcf.org
Sponsor: Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation
101 W. Sandusky Street, Suite 207
Findlay, OH 45840
Eligibility: Applicants must be citizens of the U.S. and graduating seniors of Hanover Central High School, Cedar Lake, IN who have participated in the music program at Hanover Central High School during their senior year. Students must be pursuing a degree in music and must plan to be full-time students enrolled at an accredited technical two-year or four-year institution. Selection preference will be given to students with a minimum 2.5 GPA or above who are able to document their achievements, participation in organizations and volunteer service in the community.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.community-foundation.com/scholarships
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Whitley County
400 N. Whitley Street
Columbia City, IN 46725
Eligibility: Applicants must be Columbia City High School graduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA who plan to pursue a degree in music at a university of their choice.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfwhitley.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: The Troy Foundation
216 West Franklin Street
Troy, OH 45373
Eligibility: Applicants must plan to enroll in a four-year degree program.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 24
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://thetroyfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
800 North Main Street
Sheffield, MA 01257
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating public high school seniors who are residents of Berkshire County for at least two years. Students must attend an accredited college, university, vocational-technical or professional institute in the United States to study music or the vocational arts including, automotive/mechanical/electrical technology or any of the trades
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: March 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.berkshiretaconic.org/bReceivebNonprofitsIndividuals/SearchApplyforScholarships.aspx
Sponsor: Pinellas Education Foundation
12090 Starkey Road
Largo, FL 33773
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating students of any Pinellas County Public High School who have demonstrated school and community service (50+ hours). Students must have a minimum 2.5 or higher GPA and must plan to major or pursue a career in music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.pinellaseducation.org
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Mendocino County
204 South Oak Street
Ukiah, CA 95482
Eligibility: Applicants must be studying performing arts, lighting, sound or set design. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, community involvement and a potential for academic success.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.communityfound.org/grants-scholarships/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from any Saginaw Public School with a minimum 2.0 GPA. Students must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in music or community recreation. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Pulaski County
127 E. Pearl Street
Winamac, IN 46996
Eligibility: Applicants must be Winamac Community or West Central High School graduating seniors seeking a degree in the music or automotive field. Students must have high academic achievements and must demonstrate leadership abilities.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 3
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfopc.org/scholarships
Sponsor: Stateline Community Foundation
690 3rd Street
Suite 110
Beloit, WI 53511
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of local high schools, including home school students who plan to major in music education, music performance or music therapy.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 22
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://statelinecf.org/scholarships-info/
Sponsor: Stateline Community Foundation
690 3rd Street
Suite 110
Beloit, WI 53511
Eligibility: Applicants must be current or recent graduates of Beloit Memorial High School who are pursuing a degree in music education or broadcasting.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 22
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://statelinecf.org/scholarships-info/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Frederick County
312 East Church Street
Frederick, MD 21701
Eligibility: Applicants must provide their transcript with the application. Students who submit their transcripts will be considered for all scholarships offered by the foundation. Applicants must be Frederick County Public Schools graduates studying music or a related field.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.frederickcountygives.org/apply/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin
500 First Street
Suite 2600
Wausau, WI 54403
Eligibility: Applicants must be deserving piano or voice students attending Wausau Conservatory of Music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Contact sponsor to confirm deadline
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfoncw.org/grants-scholarships/scholarships/
Sponsor: Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia, Inc.
P.O. Box 409
Morgantown, WV 26507
Eligibility: Applicants are based on excellence, commitment and leadership through involvement in school and community organizations with special consideration given for musical abilities. Students must submit a FAFSA form.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.ycfwv.org/
Sponsor: Greater Lowell Community Foundation
100 Merrimack Street
Suite 202
Lowell, MA 01852
Eligibility: Applicants must be Lowell High School graduating seniors who are outstanding students and have plans to pursue a career in music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.glcfoundation.org/scholarships/donate-to-a-scholarship/
Sponsor: Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation
324 East 4th Street
Second Floor
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Eligibility: Applicants must be minority student graduates of an Ohio high school majoring in music or a music-related field. Students must reside in the Greater Cincinnati area.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: May 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cincinnatischolarshipfoundation.org/list-of-scholarships/
Sponsor: Greater Lowell Community Foundation
100 Merrimack Street
Suite 202
Lowell, MA 01852
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Lowell High School (LHS) who are entering college or university as music majors. Students must have been active members of LHS music department's instrumental program during their junior and senior years.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.glcfoundation.org/scholarships/donate-to-a-scholarship/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Frederick County
312 East Church Street
Frederick, MD 21701
Eligibility: Applicants must provide their transcript with the application. Students who submit their transcripts will be considered for all scholarships offered by the foundation. Applicants must be students pursuing music education with a focus on instrumental performance.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.frederickcountygives.org/apply/scholarships/
Sponsor: Hillsdale County Community Foundation
2 South Howell Street
P.O. Box 276
Hillsdale, MI 49242
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of Jonesville High School pursuing a degree in music. Students will require an application form, a copy of a college acceptance letter, a Student Aid Report, a personal essay, two letters of recommendation and a high school transcript.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://abouthccf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
3833 Cleghorn Avenue
Suite 400
Nashville, TN 37215
Eligibility: Applicants must be undergraduate juniors and seniors or graduate students pursuing a degree in music. Students must be of African-American descent.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfmt.org/grants-scholarships/scholarships/search-scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Mendocino County
204 South Oak Street
Ukiah, CA 95482
Eligibility: Applicants must be a senior at Laytonville High School and plan to attend a vocational school, community college or four-year college or university. Students must pursue studies in the areas of music, art, architecture, building construction and/or design. Applicants must demonstrate financial need.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.communityfound.org/grants-scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc.
301 S. Main Street
Horseheads, NY 14845
Eligibility: Applicants must be Horseheads High School students who seek an education in fine arts with preference to those majoring in music education, music performance, or music theatre and have good academic standing, strong work ethic, and passion for music. Students must be involved in extra-curricular activities including community service, athletics, volunteerism, church service, and other leadership endeavors.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 18
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://communityfund.org/what-we-do/scholarships-for-students/
Sponsor: Rochester Area Community Foundation
500 East Avenue
Rochester, NY 14607
Eligibility: Applicants must be vocal students enrolled at The Hochstein School.
Amount: $450
Deadline: Contact sponsor to confirm deadline
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.racf.org/scholarships/search-for-scholarships/
Sponsor: Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation
101 W. Sandusky Street, Suite 207
Findlay, OH 45840
Eligibility: Applicants must be Findlay High School graduating seniors who will pursue a major or minor degree in vocal or instrumental music and must have participated in the music program and demonstrated leadership qualities among their peers. Students must be involved in school and community service activities and must have attained a GPA and test scores that demonstrate the likelihood to succeed at an accredited college or university. Financial need of the applicant is to be considered but shall not be a primary selection criterion and students who receive full scholarship support from other organizations or institutions will not be considered for this scholarship
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.community-foundation.com/scholarships
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Central Illinois
3625 North Sheridan Road
Peoria, IL 61604
Eligibility: Applicants must be students with a minimum 2.5 GPA and demonstrated financial need who are working towards a degree or certification in a field that falls within the music or healthcare fields.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Contact sponsor to confirm deadline
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://communityfoundationci.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
P.O. Box 1159
Roanoke, VA 24006
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a Roanoke Valley high school or be Roanoke Valley residents pursuing their higher education. Students must demonstrate academic capability and their intentions to pursue a music or music education career. Students must enroll full-time in an accredited college or university.
Amount: $800
Deadline: January 13
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfwesternva.org/for-students/scholarship-listings/
Sponsor: Greater Lowell Community Foundation
100 Merrimack Street
Suite 202
Lowell, MA 01852
Eligibility: Applicants must be Lowell High School juniors who are in musical arts and are looking to upgrade from a student instrument to a professional instrument so they can start their audition process for college.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.glcfoundation.org/scholarships/donate-to-a-scholarship/
Sponsor: Muskingum County Community Foundation
534 Putnam Avenue
Zanesville, OH 43701
Eligibility: Applicants must be Muskingum County residents majoring in music. Consideration will be given to grades, financial need and letters of recommendation. Students are encouraged to reapply each year for renewal.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.mccf.org
Sponsor: Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation
101 W. Sandusky Street, Suite 207
Findlay, OH 45840
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of Findlay High School who plan to be part or full-time students enrolled at an accredited university, college, technical school or community college in Ohio and who have maintained a minimum 3.0 GPA or above while in high school. Students must plan to major in music or business and must be residents of Hancock County and U.S. citizens without criminal records.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.community-foundation.com/scholarships
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
68 Federal Street
New London, CT 06320
Eligibility: Applicants must members of ACT; Arts at the Capitol Theater EASTCONN's Arts Magnet High School, must show academic achievements and good character and must have a demonstrated financial need to receive the scholarship. Preference will be given to those who have studied dance. Secondary preference will be given to those pursuing music or music-related field.
Amount: $2,500
Deadline: April 12
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfect.org/scholarships/apply-for-a-scholarship
Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley
P.O. Box 4786
Aurora, IL 60507
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduates of St. Charles East High School and St. Charles North High School in St. Charles, IL who will continue their education studying music, literature, psychiatry or psychology.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: January 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffrv.org/scholarship-program/
Sponsor: Coral Gables Community Foundation
220 Alhambra Circle
Suite 320
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents or students from Coral Gables with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Students must be graduating seniors who showed an interest in music during their high school years and plans to study music in college and/or pursue a career in music.
Amount: $1,000-$2,000
Deadline: March 7
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://gablesfoundation.org/programs/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts
1500 Main Street
P.O. Box 15769
Springfield, MA 01115
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduates of Holyoke High School involved in extracurricular activities. Preference will be given to those pursuing music, especially jazz or blues.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://communityfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Hillsdale County Community Foundation
2 South Howell Street
P.O. Box 276
Hillsdale, MI 49242
Eligibility: Applicants must be students of Jonesville Community Schools with at least one more year of study before graduation. Students require an application form, a copy of a college acceptance letter, a Student Aid Report, a personal essay, two letters of recommendation and a high school transcript.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://abouthccf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Hancock County Community Foundation
312 East Main Street
Greenfield, IN 46140
Eligibility: Applicants must be a graduating high school senior and plan to major in music in college. Students also need to submit a resume detailing their musical background and achievements, a 500-word essay explaining their academic interest in music and a completed College Costs Estimator Form.
Amount: $11,460
Deadline: February 5
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://celebratehancock.org/students/scholarships/
Sponsor: Middletown Community Foundation
300 N. Main Street
Suite 300
Middletown, OH 45042
Eligibility: Applicants must be incoming freshmen who must be graduating from Monroe High School. Students must be majoring in photography, music, or drama and will be required to fill out financial information and upload the FAFSA.
Amount: $500
Deadline: February 14
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.mcfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be Saginaw County residents who are high school seniors or college students pursuing an undergraduate, or graduate degree or Career and Technical Education (CTE) training. Students must have at least one year of practical experience or training in instrumental music with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts
1500 Main Street
P.O. Box 15769
Springfield, MA 01115
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduates from a Springfield high school planning to pursue a college education while majoring in music. Preference will be given to students from Springfield Central High School or Springfield High School of Science and Technology.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://communityfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Benton Community Foundation Oregon
660 NW Harrison Boulevard
Corvallis, OR 97330
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors or graduates of Linn, Benton or Lincoln County high schools who are currently studying music at an institution of higher learning.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.bcfgives.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Northern Virginia
2940 Hunter Mill Road
Suite 201
Oakton, VA 22124
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors from Washington, D.C.; Virginia; or North Carolina with a minimum 3.0 GPA who have been accepted into an HBCU to study musical performance, jazz studies or choral conducting.
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfnova.org/grants-and-scholarships/scholarships
Sponsor: Lessons In Your Home
Eligibility: Applicants must be prospective or enrolled college students at a U.S. college or university and 18 years of age or older. Students must be enrolled full-time majoring or minoring in any school music program. An essay submission is required on a provided topic.
Amount: $500
Deadline: March 25
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://lessonsinyourhome.net/scholarship/
Sponsor: Four County Community Foundation Scholarships
231 East St. Clair Street
Almont, MI 48003
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors at Oxford High School who demonstrate commitment to musical endeavors and plan to pursue a college major or minor in the area of vocal or instrumental music at an accredited college or university. The application process requires an interview and a two-four-minute performance audition.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 19
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.4ccf.org
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts
1500 Main Street
P.O. Box 15769
Springfield, MA 01115
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Hampshire County who are studying music. Preference will be given to graduating high school seniors who are residents of South Hadley.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://communityfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan
30 Scott's Corners Drive
Suite 203
Montgomery, NY 12549
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of the Middletown City School District. Students must be pursuing a music education degree, who has demonstrated musical ability and interest and has participated in MHS band, orchestra or chorus. Applicants must submit an essay stating why they are interested in pursuing a music education career.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: April 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfosny.org/our-funds/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley
P.O. Box 4786
Aurora, IL 60507
Eligibility: Applicants must be students from East or West Aurora High Schools who are pursuing a degree in music at the college level of study.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: December 9
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffrv.org/scholarship-program/
Sponsor: Marion Community Foundation
504 South State Street
Marion, OH 43302
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors or graduates of Harding High School who are in good academic standing and plan to major in music or medicine. Students must not be related to Louise Kling, or current or former Trustee of the Testamentary Trust of Louise Kling.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://marioncommunityfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Frederick County
312 East Church Street
Frederick, MD 21701
Eligibility: Applicants must provide their transcript with the application. Students who submit their transcripts will be considered for all scholarships offered by the foundation. Applicants must be studying percussion instruments and music or economics or banking or finance, or microbiology.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.frederickcountygives.org/apply/scholarships/
Sponsor: Adams County Community Foundation
25 South 4th Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors at Gettysburg Area High School pursuing an advanced study of music or music education.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.adamscountycf.org/grants-scholarships/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, Inc.
4455 West Lawrence Street
Appleton, WI 54914
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors who plan to pursue a degree in music from the following schools: Sturgeon Bay High School, Kiel High School, Manitowoc Lincoln High School, Manitowoc Lutheran High School, Mishicot High School, Reedsville High School, Roncalli High School, Two Rivers High School, and Valders High School. Students major in music at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or technical college and demonstrate involvement in musical activities, especially choir.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffoxvalley.org/
Sponsor: Manhattan Community Foundation
P.O. Box 1127
Manhattan, KS 66505
Eligibility: Applicants must be students currently studying with a MAMTA member and race, color, creed, or gender will not be a factor in determining eligibility for this scholarship. Students must have a distinguished background in the field of music with a minimum 3.0 or higher GPA. Only high school seniors will be considered.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Contact sponsor to confirm deadline
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.mcfks.org/apply-for-a-scholarship.cfm
Sponsor: Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia
Jewish Community Services Building
2100 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Eligibility: Applicants must be Jewish women attending local music schools. Students must submit a letter and resume to the Jewish Federation. Local music schools are advised each year of this scholarship and asked to submit names of eligible students.
Amount: Up to $2,000
Deadline: May 14
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://jewishphilly.org/resources/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, Inc.
4455 West Lawrence Street
Appleton, WI 54914
Eligibility: Applicants must exhibit outstanding musical talent and aptitude. Students must demonstrate the desire to improve and enhance their musical talent.
Amount: $2000
Deadline: February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffoxvalley.org/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region
6 Tower Place
Albany, NY 12203
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors in Fulton, Montgomery or Schoharie County or current college students from Fulton, Montgomery or Schoharie County. Students must be planning or currently studying music or music education. Applicants must demonstrate participation in music-related activities in their community and/or school.
Amount: Up to $2,000
Deadline: March 16
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.cfgcr.org
Sponsor: Johnson County Community Foundation
P.O. Box 217
398 South Main Street
Franklin, IN 46131
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a public high school in Johnson County who plan to enroll full-time at an accredited institution or university in Indiana and major in music or music education. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Selection is based on financial need and the strength of the overall application.
Amount: $3,000
Deadline: February 22
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.jccf.org/scholarships
Sponsor: Marion Community Foundation
504 South State Street
Marion, OH 43302
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors or graduates of Marion County high schools or graduating seniors from a home school, eSchool, digital/online school who are majoring or plan to major in education in music or music education. Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://marioncommunityfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Parkersburg Area Community Foundation
P.O. Box 1762
1620 Park Avenue
Parkersburg, WV 26102
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Parkersburg High School. Commitment to instrumental music, music-related activities, participation in orchestra or the Big Red Band are considered. Preferences are given to students interested in majoring in music or instrumental music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://pacfwv.com
Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region
Millrace North
725 Jackson Street
Suite 114
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled at any high school from the Virginia cities of Fredericksburg and Lynchburg or the counties of Caroline, King George, Stafford, Spotsylvania and Orange and have a minimum 2.5 GPA. Students must demonstrate strong academic work, participation in school extra-curricular activities and leadership in school activities and community service. Applicants must have plans to attend an institution of higher learning, which may be a two-year or a four-year college or university or professional school and pursue studies in art, music, history, political science, English, journalism or related liberal arts subjects.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfrrr.org/apply/scholarships/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors in voice/keyboard from Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy (SASA) or choir members at Arthur Hill High School or Saginaw High School with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must be pursuing undergraduate degrees in choral or keyboard music education or performance. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation
101 W. Sandusky Street, Suite 207
Findlay, OH 45840
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school graduating seniors from a school located in Hancock County who must be full-time students attending a four-year accredited university or college pursuing a degree in music which may include either instrumental or vocal. Students must have a minimum 2.75 GPA or above and must demonstrate financial need and good attendance while attending high school.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.community-foundation.com/scholarships
Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley
P.O. Box 4786
Aurora, IL 60507
Eligibility: Applicants must attend an accredited post-secondary institution during the next school year on a full-time basis and major in music. Students must reside in Dekalb, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendal, LaSalle or Will County. A transcript, SAT or ACT scores, the Expected Family Contribution and recommendation letters are required.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: December 9
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffrv.org/scholarship-program/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Washington County MD
37 S. Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Eligibility: Applicants must be students graduating from North Hagerstown High School that participated in music or drama programs offered at the school.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Contact sponsor to confirm deadline
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfwcmd.org/scholarships/our-scholarships/
Sponsor: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation
1055 Broadway Boulevard
Suite 130
Kansas City, MO 64105
Eligibility: Applicants must be students who have completed or will complete a senior year at North Kansas City High School and who have exhibited enthusiasm and passion for music. Students must have the desire to pursue an education and subsequently a career in any aspect of the field of music.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: Contact sponsor to confirm deadline
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.growyourgiving.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Cincinnati Scholarship Foundation
324 East 4th Street
Second Floor
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Eligibility: Applicants must be students with proven musical ability and financial need pursuing a degree in the field of music. Students must reside in the Greater Cincinnati area.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: May 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cincinnatischolarshipfoundation.org/list-of-scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Frederick County
312 East Church Street
Frederick, MD 21701
Eligibility: Applicants must provide their transcript with the application. Students who submit their applications will be considered for all scholarships offered by the foundation. Applicants must be graduating seniors from Middletown High School pursuing post-secondary studies in business, music, education or related area.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.frederickcountygives.org/apply/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
68 Federal Street
New London, CT 06320
Eligibility: Applicants must be students pursuing post-secondary studies in culinary arts at any accredited two- or four-year college, university or technical, vocational or trade institution and must have a demonstrated financial need to receive the scholarship. A secondary preference for studies in music or music-related fields.
Amount: $500
Deadline: April 12
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfect.org/scholarships/apply-for-a-scholarship
Sponsor: Middletown Community Foundation
300 N. Main Street
Suite 300
Middletown, OH 45042
Eligibility: Applicants must be incoming freshmen graduating from a Middletown area high school and attending an accredited college. Students must be majoring in music and will be required to fill out financial information and upload the FAFSA.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: February 14
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.mcfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Grand Rapids Community Foundation
185 Oakes Street SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Eligibility: Applicants must be Kent County residents (2-year minimum) studying music at a camp or undergraduate music majors. Students must have financial need and have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.grfoundation.org
Sponsor: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, Inc.
4455 West Lawrence Street
Appleton, WI 54914
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school students who reside in Door County or the Fox Cities. Students must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in music education or performance with preference given to students from Gibraltar High School and Door County Schools.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffoxvalley.org/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for Muskegon County
425 W. Western Avenue
Suite 200
Muskegon, MI 49440
Eligibility: Applicants must be pursuing music education and be Muskegon County residents.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://muskegonfoundation.org/give/our-funds/?fwp_fund_type=scholarship
Sponsor: American Legion, Department of Kansas
1314 SW Topeka Boulevard
Topeka, KS 66612
Eligibility: Applicants must be Kansas residents who are currently high school seniors. They must have a proven talent and background in music and be planning to major or minor in music at an approved Kansas post-secondary institution. Applicants must also be average or better students. Three letters of recommendation with only one from a music teacher, a 1040 income statement, a high school transcript and a statement describing why they are applying for the scholarship are required. The scholarship will be awarded in two installments; recipients must maintain a C average to receive the second installment.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://kansaslegion.org/
Sponsor: San Diego Foundation
2508 Historic Decatur Road
Suite 200
San Diego, CA 92106
Eligibility: Applicants must be music students in San Diego county to receive the scholarship.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: May 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.sdfoundation.org/students/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, Inc.
4455 West Lawrence Street
Appleton, WI 54914
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of an Appleton public high school, Fox Valley Lutheran High School, Valley Christian High School or Xavier High School. Students must have a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA and intend to pursue a bachelor s degree in a music major from an accredited college or university in the United States.
Amount: $1,250
Deadline: February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffoxvalley.org/
Sponsor: National Federation of Music Clubs (FL)
National Federation of Music Clubs
1646 W Smith Valley Road
Greenwood, IN 46142
Eligibility: Applicants must be college juniors majoring in music education and must be affiliated with the National Federation of Music Clubs.
Amount: $500-$1,500
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.nfmc-music.org/competitions-awards/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors attending a Saginaw County High School with a minimum 2.0 GPA. Students must be pursuing an undergraduate degree and demonstrate musical abilities. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of North Central Washington
9 South Wenatchee Avenue
Wenatchee, WA 98801
Eligibility: Applicants must enroll in an accredited school within in the United States.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfncw.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Manhattan Community Foundation
P.O. Box 1127
Manhattan, KS 66505
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating students of Riley County High School who are active participants in the music program and have continued involvement in music in some way in post-high school. Students must have a love of music and see how it enriches their life and the lives of others.
Amount: $300
Deadline: Contact sponsor to confirm deadline
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.mcfks.org/apply-for-a-scholarship.cfm
Sponsor: Huntingburg Foundation, Inc.
Old Town Hall
309 North Geiger Street
P.O. Box 255
Huntingburg, IN 47542
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of Southridge High School who are interested in studying music or vocals. Selection is based on the strength of the overall application.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: October 2
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://dccommunityfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: DeKalb County Community Foundation
475 DeKalb Avenue
Sycamore, IL 60178
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors who reside in DeKalb County and are pursuing a career in music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://dekalbccf.org/give/types-of-funds/scholarship-funds/
Sponsor: Hampton Roads Community Foundation
101 W. Main Street
Suite #4500
Norfolk, VA 23510
Eligibility: Applicants must be students from Norfolk public schools who are attending a four-year college or university and majoring in performing arts or studying to be a music teacher. Students must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and demonstrate financial need.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://hamptonroadscf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
68 Federal Street
New London, CT 06320
Eligibility: Applicants must be New London residents attending New London High School, the Science and Technology Magnet High School, must have demonstrated talent and interest in music, preferably jazz and must have a demonstrated financial need to receive the scholarship.
Amount: $500
Deadline: April 12
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfect.org/scholarships/apply-for-a-scholarship
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Howard County
215 W. Sycamore
Kokomo, IN 46901
Eligibility: Applicants must be Kokomo High School students who are pursuing a bachelor's degree in the language arts or a degree in the arts or music field. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrated superior work ethic, high moral character, excellent mental attitude and financial need.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: January 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfhoward.org/scholarship_funds.html
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
68 Federal Street
New London, CT 06320
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduates of Ledyard High School, must have a major in music, must show academic achievements and social work and must have a demonstrated financial need to receive the scholarship.
Amount: $2,000-$3,000
Deadline: April 12
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfect.org/scholarships/apply-for-a-scholarship
Sponsor: Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation
250 East Front St
Suite 310
Traverse City, MI 49684
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors pursuing music or multi-media art education.
Amount: $500
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.gtrcf.org
Sponsor: LaGrange Community Foundation
0045 N 250 W
LaGrange, IN 46761
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating Lakeland High School seniors planning to enroll in a two- or four-year college or university to pursue a degree in education, music, religion or medicine. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.lccf.net/scholarships
Sponsor: Community Foundation of St. Clair County
500 Water Street
Port Huron, MI 48060
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors who are planning on attending an accredited School of Music in the fall, or college freshmen currently attending and accepted into a School of Music. Students must choose between sending a DVD of their performance by March 31 or attending a live audition and performing their music memorized. Recorded auditions must include: a photocopy (judges will destroy the copies upon use) of the music performed, with measures numbered. The DVD must be labeled with the applicant's name and the titles of the pieces. The performance must include 2 or 3 pieces from different musical eras, in contrasting styles, less than 15 minutes total in duration. Live auditions must include 2 or 3 pieces from different musical eras, one of which is memorized, from different musical eras, in contrasting styles, less than 15 minutes total in duration. 3. The applicant must submit a questionnaire listing their music experiences in the past, their present involvement with music and their future plans for a music career.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.stclairfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Noble County
P.O. Box 127
1208 E. Lakeside Drive
Kendallville, IN 46755
Eligibility: Applicants must be East Noble High School seniors who have participated in East Noble High School Band. Students must be pursuing a 4-year degree in instrumental music education or performance with a minimum GPA of 3.00. Applicants must write and submit an essay.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: January 18
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfnoble.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Midland Area Community Foundation
76 Ashman Circle
Midland, MI 48640
Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, residents of Midland or Gladwin counties for at least one year and high school seniors or current undergraduate students. Students must provide a transcript and complete the online application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: January 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.midlandfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln
205 South Fifth Street
Suite 530
Springfield, IL 62701
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Sangamon County high schools who are pursuing a degree in the field of vocal music, performing arts and educational majors with a concentration in vocal music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfll.org/Grants-Scholarships/Scholarships
Sponsor: Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina
1691 Turnbull Avenue
North Charleston, SC 29405
Eligibility: Applicants must be African-American high school seniors who have lived in Berkeley, Charleston or Dorchester counties for five or more years, and who will be majoring in music or music education.
Amount: $1,000-$2,000
Deadline: March 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://coastalcommunityfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Presbyterian Church (USA)
100 Witherspoon Street
Louisville, KY 40202
Eligibility: Applicants must be members of the Presbyterian Church (USA) who have completed their first year of college. They must be enrolled full-time and have a GPA of 2.5 or greater. Students must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in education, health service/science, religious studies, sacred music or social service/sciences. Financial need is required. Preference is given to members of racial and ethnic minorities.
Amount: Up to $4,000
Deadline: May 13
How to apply: Applications are available by mail or email.
Website: https://www.presbyterianmission.org/grants/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, Inc.
4455 West Lawrence Street
Appleton, WI 54914
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of Brillion High School who are planning to pursue post-secondary education in the field of business, education or music with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. Students must plan to attend an accredited, non-profit two- or four-year college, university or technical school.
Amount: $500
Deadline: February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffoxvalley.org/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin
500 First Street
Suite 2600
Wausau, WI 54403
Eligibility: Applicants must be Merrill, DC Everest and Wausau West High School graduating seniors who plan to pursue an education in music at an accredited 4-year college or university.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Contact sponsor to confirm deadline
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfoncw.org/grants-scholarships/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Western PA and Eastern OH
7 West State Street
Suite 301
Sharon, PA 16146
Eligibility: Applicants must be deserving students in Western Pennsylvania or Eastern Ohio.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.comm-foundation.org/scholarships
Sponsor: Stanislaus Community Foundation
100 Sycamore Avenue
Suite 200
Modesto, CA 95354
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors pursuing a degree in music and demonstrating financial need. Preference is given to students with a strong background in music.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: March 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.stanislauscf.org/scholarships
Sponsor: Akron Community Foundation
345 West Cedar Street
Akron, OH 44307
Eligibility: Applicants must be Akron-area seniors who have participated in a music program.
Amount: $500-$1,000
Deadline: April 30
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.akroncf.org/students/
Sponsor: Orange County Community Foundation
4041 MacArthur Boulevard
Suite 510
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors at Laguna Beach Unified School District or Santa Ana Unified School District or current undergraduates who graduated from Laguna Beach Unified School District or Santa Ana Unified School District and intend on enrolling full-time at an accredited educational institution. Students must have demonstrated aptitude in music or writing and unmet financial need. Applicants must submit an essay, current transcripts and two letters of recommendation.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: March
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.oc-cf.org/grants-scholarships-overview/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Frederick County
312 East Church Street
Frederick, MD 21701
Eligibility: Applicants must be students majoring in music or computer science/information technology. Students must provide their transcript with the application. Applicants who submit their transcripts will be considered for all scholarships offered by the foundation.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 31
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.frederickcountygives.org/apply/scholarships/
Sponsor: Parkersburg Area Community Foundation
P.O. Box 1762
1620 Park Avenue
Parkersburg, WV 26102
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Wirt County High School who plan to attend an accredited college, university, trade school, technical school or certificate program. Students must be pursuing a degree in music or other art fields. Community service, leadership and character are considered. Preferences are given to students who participated in the Wirt County High School Band.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://pacfwv.com
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc.
301 S. Main Street
Horseheads, NY 14845
Eligibility: Applicants must be Thomas Edison High School or Horseheads High School students who are passionate about music and plan to continue studying music in college as a major or minor. music major/minor include music education, music performance, musical theatre, music business, music composition, music theory, music recording engineering, music therapy, music communications (radio or TV), musicology, arts administration, film scoring, and jazz studies. Selection preference will be given to students who demonstrate financial need.
Amount: $500
Deadline: February 11
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://communityfund.org/what-we-do/scholarships-for-students/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Whitley County
400 N. Whitley Street
Columbia City, IN 46725
Eligibility: Applicants must be outstanding seniors from the instrumental music department at Columbia City High School. Students must have been four-year band members and plan to major in instrumental music at college. Applicants must have a minimum 2.3 GPA.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfwhitley.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Fremont Area Community Foundation
1005 East 23rd Street
Suite 2
Fremont, NE 68025
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors or previous year graduates from a high school in Dodge, Washington, Saunders and Cuming Counties or areas 20 miles west of Douglas County. Students must be planning to pursue a major in music or music education, with an emphasis in the areas of piano and/or organ. Applicants demonstrating financial need will be given preference
Amount: $5,000-$14,000
Deadline: April 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.facfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Siouxland Community Foundation
505 Fifth Street
Suite 412
Sioux City, IA 51101
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from East High School in Sioux City, North High School in Sioux City or West High School in Sioux City, Iowa who have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must be majoring in vocal or instrumental music or music education and preference will be given to vocal music majors.
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.siouxlandcommunityfoundation.org/
Sponsor: Fremont Area Community Foundation
1005 East 23rd Street
Suite 2
Fremont, NE 68025
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Fremont Senior High School planning to attend a four-year college or university or school of music. Students must have a GPA of 2.6 or higher and must demonstrate participation in choral music both inside and outside of the school.
Amount: $250
Deadline: April 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.facfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of North Central Washington
9 South Wenatchee Avenue
Wenatchee, WA 98801
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of a high school in Chelan or Douglas County who will enroll full-time and pursue a degree in music. Selection is based on the strength of the overall application.
Amount: $20,000
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfncw.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Noble County
P.O. Box 127
1208 E. Lakeside Drive
Kendallville, IN 46755
Eligibility: Applicants must be West Noble High School seniors pursuing advanced musical education.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: January 18
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfnoble.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region
6 Tower Place
Albany, NY 12203
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a Greater Capital Region high school. Students must plan to continue their education and study music education or music performance. Preference will be given to students whose main instrument is from the woodwind family, piano students who accompany others or students who demonstrate financial need.
Amount: $800
Deadline: March 16
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.cfgcr.org
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors attending a Saginaw County high school and pursuing an undergraduate degree in music. Students must be admitted to the department of music at an accredited college or university with a minimum 3.25 cumulative GPA. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Parkersburg Area Community Foundation
P.O. Box 1762
1620 Park Avenue
Parkersburg, WV 26102
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Wood or Ritchie County who are pursuing a degree in music or music-related fields. Financial need, academic achievement, potential and character are considered.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://pacfwv.com
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors graduating from a Saginaw County high school and majoring in music. Students must have a minimum 3.25 GPA and ACT score of 20 points. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Midland Area Community Foundation
76 Ashman Circle
Midland, MI 48640
Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, residents of Midland or Gladwin counties for at least one year and high school seniors or current undergraduate students. Students must provide a transcript and complete the online application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: January 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.midlandfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Chopin Foundation of the United States, Inc.
Attn: Scholarship Committee
1440 79th Street Causeway
Suite 117
Miami, FL 33141
Eligibility: The program is available to any qualified American pianists age 14 to 17 who are enrolled in secondary or undergraduate institutions as full-time students. Applicants also must study music and major in piano. They must submit applications, statements of career goals, two references, audio tapes and $25 fee.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: May 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.chopin.org
Sponsor: Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation
101 W. Sandusky Street, Suite 207
Findlay, OH 45840
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of Arcadia High School or non-high school seniors entering at least the freshman year of undergraduate study and full-time or part-time students enrolled for their first year at an accredited technical, two-year or four-year institution. Students must have a minimum 3.5 GPA and preference will be given to students intending to pursue music or an agricultural course of study. Any student who receives a full scholarship that includes all the fees normally payable by the policy of the community foundation will not qualify for this scholarship.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.community-foundation.com/scholarships
Sponsor: DeKalb County Community Foundation
475 DeKalb Avenue
Sycamore, IL 60178
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduates of Indian Creek High School. Students must be pursuing a degree in agriculture and the other award is for a student pursuing a degree in music or education.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://dekalbccf.org/give/types-of-funds/scholarship-funds/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Saginaw County who are music majors attending any Michigan college or university with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Northern Illinois
946 North Second Street
Rockford, IL 61107
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who are permanent residents of Winnebago or Boone County. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and must be involved in community service. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and must intend to major in the field of music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfnil.org/
Sponsor: Midland Area Community Foundation
76 Ashman Circle
Midland, MI 48640
Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, residents of Midland or Gladwin counties for at least one year and high school seniors or current undergraduate students. Students must provide a transcript and complete the online application.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: January 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.midlandfoundation.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation
1055 Broadway Boulevard
Suite 130
Kansas City, MO 64105
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from North Kansas City High School and Excelsior Springs High School. Students from Excelsior Springs High School must plan to major in music. Applicants must maintain a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.growyourgiving.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation
1055 Broadway Boulevard
Suite 130
Kansas City, MO 64105
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from North Kansas City High School and Excelsior Springs High School. Students from Excelsior Springs High School must plan to major in music. Applicants must maintain a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.growyourgiving.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Greater Lowell Community Foundation
100 Merrimack Street
Suite 202
Lowell, MA 01852
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating instrumental (preferably woodwind) students from Lowell High School planning to major in music or music education in college.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 20
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.glcfoundation.org/scholarships/donate-to-a-scholarship/
Sponsor: Longmont Community Foundation
600 Kimbark
Longmont, CO 80501
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors graduating from the St. Vrain Valley School District or students enrolled in a Colorado university or college who graduated from a St Vrain Valley high school. Students must plan to study or are studying voice, and/or piano, and/or organ and/or music education. Applicants must attend a four-year accredited Colorado university or Colorado college with a strong music program.
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: February 28
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://longmontfoundation.org/grants-and-scholarships/scholarships-awards/
Sponsor: Albuquerque Community Foundation (ACF)
P.O. Box 25266
Albuquerque, NM 87125-0266
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school graduates from the Albuquerque metro area who have participated in the Albuquerque Youth Symphony Program and intend to pursue a degree in music. Students must attend a 4-year educational institution full-time.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 6
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://abqcf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Noble County
P.O. Box 127
1208 E. Lakeside Drive
Kendallville, IN 46755
Eligibility: Applicants must be East Noble High School seniors or previous ENHS graduates pursuing a four-year degree majoring in the performing arts in either vocal performance or musical theatre, or pursuing a four-year degree majoring in music education in the fall. Students must have a minimum high school GPA of 3.0 on a 4.00 scale.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: January 18
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfnoble.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Concord Carlisle Scholarship Fund
34 Walden Street
Unit 217
Concord, MA 01742
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors or high school graduates. Students must be current or past residents of Concord or Carlisle or have attended school in one of these towns. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and have participated in high school music programs.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 1 (College Applicants); May 1 (High School Seniors)
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.thescholarshipfundofcc.org/
Sponsor: Saginaw Community Foundation
1 Tuscola
Suite 100B
Saginaw, MI 48607
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in music, music therapy, music performance, or music education at any Michigan college. Students must be residents of Saginaw County with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants must submit letters of recommendation, a recent school transcript, a completed FAFSA, an essay and a special attachment or membership verification information.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 10
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.saginawfoundation.org/site/scholarships/
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
3833 Cleghorn Avenue
Suite 400
Nashville, TN 37215
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating high school seniors from Franklin County High School. Students must have participated in instrumental band classes and plan to attend college full-time to pursue an undergraduate degree in music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cfmt.org/grants-scholarships/scholarships/search-scholarships/
Sponsor: Parkersburg Area Community Foundation
P.O. Box 1762
1620 Park Avenue
Parkersburg, WV 26102
Eligibility: Applicants must be students from Parkersburg High School. Outstanding achievement in band, orchestra, or chorus, contribution to their musical organization, academic performance, personal and professional qualities are considered.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://pacfwv.com
Sponsor: Community Foundation of Noble County
P.O. Box 127
1208 E. Lakeside Drive
Kendallville, IN 46755
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school seniors or college students who reside in Green or Noble townships. Students must be pursuing a college education in music, medicine or religion.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: January 18
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://cfnoble.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Greater Kansas City Community Foundation
1055 Broadway Boulevard
Suite 130
Kansas City, MO 64105
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduates from a Greater Kansas City area high school currently playing a musical instrument and have an express interest in continuing instrumental music study at the college or university level. Students must have an academic GPA of 2.5.
Amount: $500
Deadline: February 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.growyourgiving.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Topeka Community Foundation
5431 SW 29th Street
Suite 300
Topeka, KS 66614
Eligibility: Applicants must be music students who are pursuing their music education. Students must be planning to participate in a performance jazz ensemble or group in college and be enrolled in at least one collegiate music class or documented private jazz lessons during their freshman year.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: January 30
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://topekacommunityfoundation.org/college-students-apply-here
Sponsor: Topeka Community Foundation
5431 SW 29th Street
Suite 300
Topeka, KS 66614
Eligibility: Applicants must be students pursuing a degree in music with an emphasis on vocal performance. Students must have a minimum 3.0 or higher GPA and must be graduating from a Shawnee County high school.
Amount: $500
Deadline: January 30
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://topekacommunityfoundation.org/college-students-apply-here
Sponsor: Middletown Community Foundation
300 N. Main Street
Suite 300
Middletown, OH 45042
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating students from a High School in the Middletown Area who must be willing to major in music.
Amount: $1,500
Deadline: February 14
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.mcfoundation.org/
Sponsor: McPherson County Community Foundation
1233 N. Main
McPherson, KS 67460
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors of McPherson High School who plan to further their education at the post-secondary level. Preference will be given to students who have participated in musical and theatrical arts.
Amount: $1,100
Deadline: February 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.mcphersonfoundation.org/programs/scholarships/
Sponsor: Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
One South Harbor Drive
Grand Haven, MI 49417
Eligibility: Applicants must be students pursuing a musical career in the Grand Haven area.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://ghacf.org/scholarships/
Sponsor: Northern New York Community Foundation
131 Washington Street
Watertown, NY 13601
Eligibility: Applicants must be students pursuing graduate degrees in environmental studies or music. Student must have graduated from a high school in Jefferson, Lewis, or St. Lawrence County.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: June 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://nnycf.org/scholarships/applications/
Sponsor: Parkersburg Area Community Foundation
P.O. Box 1762
1620 Park Avenue
Parkersburg, WV 26102
Eligibility: Applicants must be Ritchie County High School graduating seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must be enrolled as full-time students in an accredited four-year college or university. Preferences are given to students majoring in education administration, music, geology/petroleum engineering or education. Ability to overcome obstacles, work ethics, community service, leadership and financial need are considered.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://pacfwv.com
Sponsor: Crown Point Community Foundation
115 South Court Street
Crown Point, IN 46037
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors who attended Trinity Lutheran School CP. Preference will be given to music majors but not required.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 17
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.thecpcf.org/scholarships.html
Sponsor: Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley
P.O. Box 4786
Aurora, IL 60507
Eligibility: Applicants must attend an accredited post-secondary institution during the next school year on a full-time basis and major in music. Students must reside in Dekalb, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendal, LaSalle or Will County. A transcript, SAT or ACT scores, the Expected Family Contribution and recommendation letters are required.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: December 9
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffrv.org/scholarship-program/
Sponsor: Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, Inc.
4455 West Lawrence Street
Appleton, WI 54914
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from a public or parochial High School in Neenah or Menasha who plan to pursue a degree in music at an accredited college or university.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: February
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.cffoxvalley.org/
Sponsor: Stateline Community Foundation
690 3rd Street
Suite 110
Beloit, WI 53511
Eligibility: Applicants must be seniors at Beloit Memorial High School with demonstrated good citizenship while at school and in the community who plan to attend an accredited college or university in the school term following graduation. Students must have a strong interest in the field of music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 22
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://statelinecf.org/scholarships-info/
Sponsor: Perry County Community Foundation
817 12th Street
P.O. Box 13
Tell City, IN 47586
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors or graduates of any Perry County high school. Students must be pursuing a degree in music (major or minor) or a degree in education with some emphasis in music. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and be in good academic standing. Students must submit a 500-word essay stating their aspirations and educational goals, complete FAFSA or FAFSA4caster and submit an official grade transcript.
Amount: $2,000
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.communityfoundationalliance.org/perry/
Sponsor: Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation
101 W. Sandusky Street, Suite 207
Findlay, OH 45840
Eligibility: Applicants must be Findlay High School graduating seniors who will pursue instrumental music education and are citizens of the U.S. Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA or greater and students who receive full scholarship support from other organizations or institutions will not be considered for this scholarship.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.community-foundation.com/scholarships
Sponsor: Parkersburg Area Community Foundation
P.O. Box 1762
1620 Park Avenue
Parkersburg, WV 26102
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors from Parkersburg High School with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Merit, motivation toward higher education, character, financial need are considered. Preferences are given to students with interest in law, debating, English or music.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://pacfwv.com
Sponsor: Muskingum County Community Foundation
534 Putnam Avenue
Zanesville, OH 43701
Eligibility: Applicants must be graduating seniors attending a Muskingum County high school pursuing higher education opportunities at a 4-year institution in music performance or music education. Students must have at least a 2.5 GPA and be active in music during high school and must also show evidence of community service and currently be members of a performance group of some kind. Preference will be given to students from Zanesville and Philo High Schools.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 15
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: https://www.mccf.org
Sponsor: Women Band Directors International
Karen Williams
WBDI Scholarship Chair
3994 White Oak Road
Waynesville, NC 28785
Eligibility: Applicants must be studying music education with the intention of becoming a band director.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: November 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.womenbanddirectors.org
Sponsor: Decatur County Community Foundation
101 East Main Street
Suite 1
Greensburg, IN 47240
Eligibility: Applicants must be residents of Indiana.
Amount: $950
Deadline: February 1
How to apply: Applications are available online.
Website: http://www.dccfound.org
