Amos Hargrave Memorial Scholarship
Amos Hargrave began his career as a luthier in 1974 at the Violin Making School of America in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Although he was never boastful, his craftsmanship was awarded four gold medals from the Violin Society of America between 1980 and 1982, and he was recognized with Hors Concours status in 1984. Amos’s skills and attention to detail were exceptional; he was highly sought after as a master restorer. He never rushed, and nothing left his bench until he was satisfied. He was a teacher and mentor to many aspiring violin makers and restorers.
This scholarship seeks to honor the memory and skill of Amos Hargrave by supporting students who share his passion for the craft of violin making.
Any high school senior who will pursue trade school or any current trade school student who is planning to become a violin maker may apply for this scholarship opportunity. However, those attending or planning to attend the Violin School of America in Salt Lake City, Utah, and low-income students are preferred.
To apply, tell us about yourself and what led you to be interested in a career as a violin maker.
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The application deadline is Jun 15, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jul 16, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jul 16, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution or future academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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