Financial Aid for Music
MUSIC
2226
AMARILLO AREA FOUNDATION
801 South Filmore
Amarillo, TX 79101
Tel: (806)376-4521; Fax: (806)373-3656; E-mail: laquita@aaf-hf.org; Web Site: http://www.aaf-hf.org/
Scholarships are available to graduating seniors from Hans-ford, Lipscomb or Ochiltree counties. Must maintain a 2.0 GPA. For more details see Web site: http://www.aaf-hf.org.
Title of Award:
Marjorie Urban Memorial Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Music; Religion/Theology
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
College
Funds Available:
Minimum award amount: $1000.
Eligibility Requirements:
High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form.
Deadline for Receipt:
3/1.
Apply to:
Laquita Hurt, Scholarship Coordinator, 806-376-4521, laquita@aaf-hf.org.
2227
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF MUSICIANS/NATIONAL GUILD OF PIANO TEACHERS
808 Rio Grande
PO Box 1807
Austin, TX 78767-1807
Tel: (512)478-5775; E-mail: ngpt@aol.com; Web Site: http://www.pianoguild.com
Available only to student affiliate members who have participated in National Guild of Piano Teachers auditions over a ten-year period. Must be sponsored by Guild member. Contact American College of Musicians for more information.
Title of Award:
American College of Musicians/National Guild of Piano Teachers 200-Dollar Scholarships
Area, Field, or Subject:
Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, Vocational/Occupational, University
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 150. Minimum award amount: $200.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; test scores.
Deadline for Receipt:
9/15.
Apply to:
Ms. Pat McCabe, Scholarship Coordinator, 512-478-5775, ngpt@aol.com.
2228
AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR THE BLIND
11 Penn Plaza, Ste. 300
New York, NY 10001
Tel: (212)502-7661; Fax: (212)502-7771; E-mail: afbinfo@afb.net; Web Site: http://www.afb.org
Award for legally blind female students who are enrolled in a four-year undergraduate program in music or literature. For additional information, refer to Web site: http://www.afb.org.
Title of Award:
R.L. Gillette Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Music; Literature/English/Writing
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Funds Available:
Maximum no. of awards: 2. Maximum award amount: $1000.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: female, full-time student. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award intended for the blind.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); performance tape, creative writing sample evidence of legal blindness.
Deadline for Receipt:
4/30.
Apply to:
Information Center, 212-502-7661, afbinfo@afb.net.
2229
AMERICAN LEGION, DEPARTMENT OF KANSAS
1314 Southwest Topeka Blvd.
Topeka, KS 66612-1886
One-time award open to a high school senior or college freshman or sophomore. Must be used at an approved Kansas university or college. Must major or minor in music. Write for more information.
Title of Award:
Music Committee Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Performing Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $1000.
Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; reference(s); photograph.
Deadline for Receipt:
2/15.
Apply to:
Scholarship Administrator.
2230
AMERICAN MUSICOLOGICAL SOCIETY
201 South 34th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6313
Web Site: http://www.ams-net.org
Award for promising minority undergraduates and terminal masters degree candidates who are considering graduate work toward a doctorate in music. Award is to help cover travel expenses to the AMS annual conference. See Web site for more information http://www.ams-net.org.
Title of Award:
Minority Travel Fund Award
Area, Field, or Subject:
Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
10 grant(s).
Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award available to the following races: Native American/Eskimo; Asian; African American; Hispanic.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; autobiography; reference(s).
Deadline for Receipt:
10/11.
2231
BEEM FOUNDATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF MUSIC
864 Grayburn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90008
Web Site: http://www.beemfoundation.org
Competition for excellence in the performance of vocal or instrumental music. Awarded to talented music students of Southern California.
Title of Award:
BEEM Foundation Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
College
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
2 scholarship(s), totaling $3,500.
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 3. Minimum award amount: $1000. Maximum award amount: $5000.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: age 25 or younger, full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; entry in a contest; photograph; resume.
Deadline for Receipt:
5/2.
Apply to:
BEEM Foundation Scholarship.
2232
CALIFORNIA ALLIANCE FOR ARTS EDUCATION (CAAE)
495 East Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91101
Tel: (626)578-9315; Fax: (626)578-9894; E-mail: peggy@artsed411.org; Web Site: http://www.artsed411.org
Renewable award for California high school seniors studying dance, music, theater, or visual arts. For use at a four-year institution or accredited training program. Must demonstrate financial need. Application fee of $10. Application deadline is February 2.
Title of Award:
Emerging Young Artist Awards
Area, Field, or Subject:
Music; Performing Arts; Arts
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
12 scholarship(s), totaling $28,000.
Funds Available:
Maximum no. of awards: 12. Maximum award amount: $5000.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: 16-19 years old, full-time student. High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); entry in a contest; application fee; performance, work sample.
Deadline for Receipt:
2/2.
Apply to:
Peggy Burt, Project Manager, 626-578-9315, peggy@artsed411.org.
2233
CHOPIN FOUNDATION OF THE UNITED STATES
1440 79th St. Causeway, Ste. 117
Miami, FL 33141
Tel: (305)868-0624; Fax: (305)865-5150; E-mail: info@chopin.org; Web Site: http://www.chopin.org
Program aimed to help young American pianists to continue their piano education. Award(s) are available to students between ages 14 to 17 whose field of study is music and whose major is piano. Renewable for up to four years. Students will be assisted in preparing to qualify for the American National Chopin Piano Competition. Must be U.S. citizen or legal resident. Award based on performance of F. Chopin's required repertoire. Registration fee is $25.
Title of Award:
Chopin Foundation of the United States Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Performing Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
College
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
7 scholarship(s), totaling $7,000.
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 10. Minimum award amount: $1000.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: 14-17 years old. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; reference(s); entry in a contest; application fee; recording.
Deadline for Receipt:
2/15.
Apply to:
Jadwiga Gewert, Executive Director, 305-868-0624, info@chopin.org.
2234
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CAPE COD
PO Box 406
259 Willow St.
Yarmouthport, MA 02675
Tel: (508)790-3040; Fax: (508)790-4069; E-mail: pgreenberg@capecodfoundation.org; Web Site: http://www.capecodfoundation.org
Richard & Ethel Koff Memorial Scholarship Fund provides four-year scholarships to graduating seniors from the greater Barnstable area intending to further their education in the field of music. For more details see Web site: http://www.capecodfoundation.org.
Title of Award:
Richard and Ethel Koff Memorial Scholarship Fund
Area, Field, or Subject:
Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
1 scholarship(s), totaling $4,000.
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $1000. Maximum award amount: $4000.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; test scores; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s).
Deadline for Receipt:
4/1.
Apply to:
Pauline Greenberg, Scholarship Associate, 508-790-3040, pgreenberg@capecodfoundation.org.
2235
GENERAL FEDERATION OF WOMEN'S CLUBS OF MASSACHUSETTS
PO Box 679
Sudbury, MA 01776-0679
Tel: (978)443-4569
Scholarship for major in voice. Must submit letter of endorsement from president of the sponsoring General Federation of Women's Clubs of Massachusetts and personal statement of no more than 500 words addressing professional goals and financial need. Audition required. Must be a Massachusetts resident.
Title of Award:
Dorchester Women's Club Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Performing Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $500.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; autobiography; interview; reference(s); entry in a contest; self-addressed stamped envelope.
Deadline for Receipt:
2/1.
Apply to:
Jane Howard, Scholarship Chairperson, 978-443-4569.
2236
GENERAL FEDERATION OF WOMEN'S CLUBS OF MASSACHUSETTS
PO Box 679
Sudbury, MA 01776-0679
Tel: (978)443-4569
Scholarship for study in music (including piano), music education, and music therapy. Must include letter of endorsement from president of the sponsoring General Federation of Women's Clubs of Massachusetts. Audition required. For high school seniors who are Massachusetts residents.
Title of Award:
General Federation of Women's Clubs of Massachusetts Music Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Performing Arts; Therapy/Rehabilitation; Education; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
College
Funds Available:
Maximum award amount: $800.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students considered.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; interview; essay; reference(s); self-addressed stamped envelope.
Deadline for Receipt:
2/1.
Apply to:
Jane Howard, Scholarship Chairperson, 978-443-4569.
2237
GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
161 Ottawa Ave., NW, 209 C
Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2757
Tel: (616)454-1751; Fax: (616)454-6455; E-mail: rbishop@grfoundation.org; Web Site: http://www.grfoundation.org
For undergraduate students studying the violin, the viola, the violoncello, and/or the bass viol. Refer to Web site for application and details: http://www.grfoundation.org
Title of Award:
Llewellyn L. Cayvan String Instrument Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
College
Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s).
Deadline for Receipt:
4/1.
Apply to:
Ruth E. Bishop, Education Program Officer, 616-454-1751, rbishop@grfoundation.org.
2238
MELLON NEW ENGLAND
One Boston Place, 024-0084
Boston, MA 02108
Tel: (617)722-3891
Award for women who are majoring in music. Must be a Massachusetts resident. Application deadline is April 15.
Title of Award:
Susan Glover Hitchcock Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Two Year College, Four Year College, Vocational/Occupational, University
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
$15,000 total.
Funds Available:
Minimum award amount: $500. Maximum award amount: $800.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: female, full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; essay.
Deadline for Receipt:
4/15.
Apply to:
Sandra Brown-McMullen, Vice President, 617-722-3891.
Area, Field, or Subject:
Performing Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
College
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
16 grant(s), totaling $2,400.
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 8. Maximum no. of awards: 12. Minimum award amount: $200. Maximum award amount: $250.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: part-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; autobiography; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); portfolio; self-addressed stamped envelope; resume.
Apply to:
Programs Department, 800-970-2787, nfaa@nfaa.org.
2240
NATIONAL GUILD OF COMMUNITY SCHOOLS OF THE ARTS
520 8th Ave.
Third Floor, Ste. 302
New York, NY 10018
Tel: (860)768-7768; Fax: (860)768-4777; E-mail: youngcomp@hartford.edu; Web Site: http://www.nationalguild.org
Applicant must send an original classical or jazz musical composition. Must be ages 13-18 and a U.S. or Canadian resident in either school music program or private program. Submit four copies of work and certification by teacher with $15 check. One-time award of $250-$1000.
Title of Award:
Young Composers Awards
Area, Field, or Subject:
Performing Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
College
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
4 prize(s), totaling $2,250.
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 4. Minimum award amount: $250. Maximum award amount: $1000.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: 13-18 years old, full-time student. High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; entry in a contest; application fee; composition manuscripts.
Deadline for Receipt:
4/14.
Apply to:
Carissa Reddick, YCA Coordinator, 860-768-7768 ext. 8558, youngcomp@hartford.edu.
2241
RHODE ISLAND FOUNDATION
One Union Station
Providence, RI 02903
Tel: (401)274-4564; Fax: (401)272-1359; E-mail: libbym@rifoundation.org; Web Site: http://www.rifoundation.org
For organ or keyboard musicians attending four-year colleges and universities. Applicants must demonstrate good grades and financial need. Must include music tape. Must be Rhode Island resident attending college as a music major.
Title of Award:
Bach Organ and Keyboard Scholarship Fund
Area, Field, or Subject:
Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum no. of awards: 3. Minimum award amount: $300. Maximum award amount: $1000.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; reference(s); self-addressed stamped envelope.
Deadline for Receipt:
6/4.
Apply to:
Libby Monahan, Scholarship Coordinator, 401-274-4564, libbym@rifoundation.org.
2242
RHODE ISLAND FOUNDATION
One Union Station
Providence, RI 02903
Tel: (401)274-4564; Fax: (401)272-1359; E-mail: libbym@rifoundation.org; Web Site: http://www.rifoundation.org
One-time scholarships between $2000 and $5000 are awarded to benefit visual art and/or music major entering his/her sophomore year in college. Applicants must be able to demonstrate financial need and a three year residency in Portsmouth, Middletown, or Newport, RI.
Title of Award:
Constant Memorial Scholarship for Aquidneck Island Residents
Area, Field, or Subject:
Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Maximum no. of awards: 2. Minimum award amount: $2000. Maximum award amount: $5000.
Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form.
Deadline for Receipt:
6/4.
Apply to:
Libby Monahan, Scholarship Coordinator, 401-274-4564, libbym@rifoundation.org.
2243
ALBERT SCHWEITZER FELLOWSHIP
330 Brookline Ave.
Boston, MA 02215
Web Site: http://www.schweitzerfellowship.org
The Baltimore Schweitzer Fellows Program is a yearlong fellowship program open to all Baltimore area students enrolled in a degree program in health and human service fields. Fellows work with existing community agencies and carry out service projects of at least 200 hours that address unmet needs of under-served communities.
Title of Award:
Baltimore Schweitzer Fellows Program
Area, Field, or Subject:
Animal/Veterinary Sciences; Dental Health/Services; Food Science/Nutrition; Health Administration; Health and Medical Sciences; Health Information Management/Technology; Law/Legal Services; Nursing; Music; Social Services; Education; Therapy/Rehabilitation
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
15 fellowship(s), totaling $30,000.
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 16. Minimum award amount: $2000.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: interview; essay; reference(s); resume.
Deadline for Receipt:
2/28.
2244
ALBERT SCHWEITZER FELLOWSHIP
330 Brookline Ave.
Boston, MA 02215
Web Site: http://www.schweitzerfellowship.org
The North Carolina Schweitzer Fellows Program provides service opportunities for aspiring health professionals and lawyers who seek to help those currently underserved by our healthcare system. Fellows carry out a direct community service project of 200 hours with an existing community agency in North Carolina.
Title of Award:
North Carolina Schweitzer Fellows Program
Area, Field, or Subject:
Animal/Veterinary Sciences; Dental Health/Services; Food Science/Nutrition; Health Administration; Health and Medical Sciences; Health Information Management/Technology; Law/Legal Services; Nursing; Music; Social Services; Education; Therapy/Rehabilitation
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
13 fellowship(s), totaling $36,000.
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 16. Minimum award amount: $2000.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: interview; essay; reference(s); resume.
Deadline for Receipt:
2/15.
2245
SIGMA ALPHA IOTA PHILANTHROPIES, INC.
7 Hickey Dr.
Framingham, MA 01701-8812
Tel: (828)251-0606; Fax: (828)251-0644; E-mail: nh@sai-national.org; Web Site: http://www.sai-national.org
One-time award offered yearly for undergraduate and graduate members of SAI who have completed two years in music therapy training at a university approved by the American Music Therapy Association. Contact local chapter for further information. Application fee: $25.
Title of Award:
Sigma Alpha Iota Music Therapy Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Therapy/Rehabilitation; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
1 scholarship(s), totaling $1,000.
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $1000.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: female, full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); application fee.
Deadline for Receipt:
3/15.
Apply to:
Ms. Ruth S. Johnson, Executive Director of SAI, 828-251-0606, nh@sai-national.org.
2246
SIGMA ALPHA IOTA PHILANTHROPIES, INC.
7 Hickey Dr.
Framingham, MA 01701-8812
Tel: (828)251-0606; Fax: (828)251-0644; E-mail: nh@sai-national.org; Web Site: http://www.sai-national.org
Award offered triennially for female SAI members in freshman, sophomore or junior year in voice; keyboard and percussion; strings; winds and brass. Winners perform at national convention. Must submit tape with required repertoire. Consult local chapter for details. Four one-time scholarships of $1500. Application fee: $25.
Title of Award:
Sigma Alpha Iota Philanthropies Undergraduate Performance Scholarships
Area, Field, or Subject:
Performing Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
4 scholarship(s), totaling $6,000.
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 4. Minimum award amount: $1500.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: female, full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); entry in a contest; application fee; audio tape.
Deadline for Receipt:
3/15.
Apply to:
Ms. Ruth S. Johnson, Executive Director of SAI, 828-251-0606, nh@sai-national.org.
2247
SIGMA ALPHA IOTA PHILANTHROPIES, INC.
7 Hickey Dr.
Framingham, MA 01701-8812
Tel: (828)251-0606; Fax: (828)251-0644; E-mail: nh@sai-national.org; Web Site: http://www.sai-national.org
One-time award for use at summer music programs in the U.S. or abroad. Must be a member of SAI and accepted by the summer music program. Contact local chapter for details. Application fee: $25.
Title of Award:
Sigma Alpha Iota Summer Music Scholarships in the U.S. or abroad
Area, Field, or Subject:
Performing Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
5 scholarship(s), totaling $5,000.
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 5. Maximum award amount: $1000.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: female, full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; essay; application fee.
Deadline for Receipt:
3/15.
Apply to:
Ms. Ruth S. Johnson, Executive Director of SAI, 828-251-0606, nh@sai-national.org.
2248
SIGMA ALPHA IOTA PHILANTHROPIES, INC.
7 Hickey Dr.
Framingham, MA 01701-8812
Tel: (828)251-0606; Fax: (828)251-0644; E-mail: nh@sai-national.org; Web Site: http://www.sai-national.org
One-time award offered yearly for member of SAI who is visually impaired, and a member of a college or alumnae chapter. Submit fifteen-minute tape or evidence of work in composition, musicology, or research. One scholarship of $1000. Application fee: $25.
Title of Award:
Sigma Alpha Iota Visually Impaired Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Education; Performing Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
1 scholarship(s), totaling $1,000.
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $1000.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: female. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award intended for the blind.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; essay; reference(s); application fee; tape.
Deadline for Receipt:
3/15.
Apply to:
Ms. Ruth S. Johnson, Executive Director of SAI, 828-251-0606, nh@sai-national.org.
2249
UNICO NATIONAL, INC
Fairfield Commons
271 US Hwy. 46 West, Ste. A-108
Fairfield, NJ 07004
Web Site: http://www.unico.org
Scholarship available to graduating high school senior. Must reside and attend high school within the corporate limits or adjoining suburbs of a city wherein an active chapter of UNICO National is located. Application must be signed by student's principal and properly certified by sponsoring Chapter President and Chapter Secretary. Must have letter of endorsement from President or Scholarship Chairperson of sponsoring Chapter.
Title of Award:
Theodore Mazza Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Architecture; Art History; Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $1500.
Eligibility Requirements:
High school students considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; reference(s).
2250
UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr.
Fairfax, VA 22031
Web Site: http://www.uncf.org
Scholarship for students majoring in music and attending a UNCF member college or university. Minimum 2.5 GPA required. Prospective applicants should complete the Student Profile found at Web site: http://www.uncf.org.
Title of Award:
Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Performing Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Eligibility Requirements:
High school students not considered. Award available to the following races: African American.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; financial need analysis.
Apply to:
Program Services Department.
2251
WOMEN BAND DIRECTORS INTERNATIONAL
292 Band Hall-Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
Tel: (225)578-2384; Fax: (225)578-4693; E-mail: moorhous@lsu.edu; Web Site: http://womenbanddirectors.org
One-time award for women instrumental music majors enrolled in a four-year institution. Applicants must be working toward a degree in music education with the intention of becoming a band director. Merit-based.
Title of Award:
Helen May Bulter Memorial Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Education; Performing Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
1 scholarship(s), totaling $300.
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $300.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: female, full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); photograph; self-addressed stamped envelope; resume.
Deadline for Receipt:
12/1.
Apply to:
Linda Moorhouse, Past President, 225-578-2384, moor-hous@lsu.edu.
2252
WOMEN BAND DIRECTORS INTERNATIONAL
292 Band Hall-Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
Tel: (225)578-2384; Fax: (225)578-4693; E-mail: moorhous@lsu.edu; Web Site: http://womenbanddirectors.org
One-time award of $300. Student must be able to demonstrate the use of incorporation of music technology. Applicants must be working toward a degree in music education with the intention of becoming a band director.
Title of Award:
Music Technology Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Education; Performing Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $300.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: female, full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); photograph; self-addressed stamped envelope; resume.
Deadline for Receipt:
12/1.
Apply to:
Linda Moorhouse, Past President, 225-578-2384, moor-hous@lsu.edu.
2253
WOMEN BAND DIRECTORS INTERNATIONAL
292 Band Hall-Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
Tel: (225)578-2384; Fax: (225)578-4693; E-mail: moorhous@lsu.edu; Web Site: http://womenbanddirectors.org
One-time award for a woman college student who demonstrates outstanding contributions to bands and band music. Must be pursuing a major in music education and plan to become a band director. Merit-based. Must have a 3.0 GPA.
Title of Award:
Martha Ann Stark Memorial Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Education; Performing Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
1 scholarship(s), totaling $300.
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $300.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: female, full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); photograph; self-addressed stamped envelope; resume.
Deadline for Receipt:
12/1.
Apply to:
Linda Moorhouse, Past President, 225-578-2384, moor-hous@lsu.edu.
2254
WOMEN BAND DIRECTORS INTERNATIONAL
292 Band Hall-Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
Tel: (225)578-2384; Fax: (225)578-4693; E-mail: moorhous@lsu.edu; Web Site: http://womenbanddirectors.org
One-time award for women instrumental music majors enrolled in a four-year institution. Applicants must be working toward a degree in music education with the intention of becoming a band director. Merit-based. Must have a 3.0 GPA.
Title of Award:
Volkwein Memorial Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Education; Performing Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
1 scholarship(s), totaling $300.
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $300.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: female, full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); photograph; self-addressed stamped envelope; resume.
Deadline for Receipt:
12/1.
Apply to:
Linda Moorhouse, Past President, 225-578-2384, moor-hous@lsu.edu.
2255
WOMEN BAND DIRECTORS INTERNATIONAL
292 Band Hall-Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
Tel: (225)578-2384; Fax: (225)578-4693; E-mail: moorhous@lsu.edu; Web Site: http://womenbanddirectors.org
One-time award for women instrumental music majors enrolled in a four-year institution. Applicants must be working toward a degree in music education with the intention of becoming a band director. Merit-based.
Title of Award:
Gladys Stone Wright Scholarship
Area, Field, or Subject:
Education; Performing Arts; Music
Level of Education for which Award is Granted:
Four Year College, University
Number and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year:
1 scholarship(s), totaling $300.
Funds Available:
Minimum no. of awards: 1. Minimum award amount: $300.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicant must be: female, full-time student. High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens.
Application Requirements:
Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis; essay; reference(s); photograph; self-addressed stamped envelope; resume.
Deadline for Receipt:
12/1.
Apply to:
Linda Moorhouse, Past President, 225-578-2384, moor-hous@lsu.edu.
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