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[Page 3] Exclusive Music Scholarships with Upcoming Deadlines in 2025
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August 25, 2025
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Lulu Scholarship for Music Vocation
Funded byGuin Records LLCAmount
$1,100Deadline
Aug 30, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the impact of Lulu by supporting aspiring artists pursuing their dreams in the music industry.- Education Level: High school junior or senior
- Field of Interest: Music
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner61Holli Safley Memorial Music Scholarship
Funded byMatt Safley MusicAmount
$2,100Deadline
Mar 01, 2025Education Level
AnyThe Holli Safley Memorial Scholarship provides support to music students committed to growing, refining their gifts in music, and passing on their love of music to others, much like she did as a music educator.- Education Level: High school senior and undergraduate
- Major: Music performance
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner62Gabriella Carter Music and Me Scholarship
Funded byGabriella CarterAmount
$1,778Deadline
Mar 04, 2021Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support one Black student in any field of study who is passionate about listening to or creating music.All students are eligibleScholarship is awarded to
1 winner63Kap Slap "Find Your Sound" Music Grant
Funded byKap SlapAmount
$1,000Deadline
Apr 29, 2021Education Level
AnyThe Kap Slap "Find Your Sound" Music Grant will support one beginning musician in their studies and potential music career.All students are eligibleScholarship is awarded to
1 winner64Ella Henderson Dream Big Scholarship
Funded byElla HendersonAmount
$1,000Deadline
Apr 30, 2021Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support one high school student who possesses musical talent and the drive to grow and achieve their biggest aspirations.All students are eligibleScholarship is awarded to
1 winner65Joe Bonamassa Music Studies Scholarship
Funded byKeeping the Blues AliveAmount
$1,000Deadline
Jun 01, 2021Education Level
AnyThe Joe Bonamassa Music Studies Scholarship will support one budding musician in their studies and career in music.All students are eligibleScholarship is awarded to
1 winner66Women in Music Scholarship
Funded byEDM Maniac LLCAmount
$1,000Deadline
Aug 15, 2021Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support women who are passionate about playing/creating music and would like to pursue a career in the industry.- Career Interest: Interested or engaged with a career in the music industry
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner67Darryl Davis "Follow Your Heart" Scholarship
Funded byDavis familyAmount
$500Deadline
Sep 11, 2021Education Level
AnyTo honor the life of Darryl Davis, this scholarship will support the educational endeavors of one student in any field of study at a four-year institution.All students are eligibleScholarship is awarded to
1 winner68Imagine Dragons Origins Scholarship
Funded byImagine DragonsAmount
$13,269Deadline
Sep 14, 2021Education Level
AnyThe Imagine Dragons Origins Scholarship will help four refugee, immigrant, or first-generation American students to achieve their educational dreams.All students are eligibleScholarship is awarded to
4 winners69Becoming a Singer-Songwriter Idol Scholarship
Funded byR BAmount
$1,000Deadline
Sep 20, 2021Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will be awarded to one minority student who wishes to pursue their passion for singing and musical performance.- Career Interest: Singing/Musical Performance
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners70Shreddership: A Music Scholarship
Funded byBen SchneiderAmount
$500Deadline
Oct 29, 2021Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will be awarded to one student musician who studies with their brain, and shreds with their heart and soul!- Interest: Creating Music
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner71Otis Watkins Memorial Scholarship
Funded byFriends and Family of Otis WatkinsAmount
$500Deadline
Apr 19, 2022Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to help aspiring nurses in Oklahoma so they can afford the cost of tuition and pursue their dreams.- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- State: Oklahoma
- Major of Interest: Nursing
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner72Bold Music Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$500Deadline
May 15, 2022Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to help students who are passionate about music and take inspiration from it.All students are eligibleScholarship is awarded to
1 winner73Swan Brewing Phil Steadham Memorial Scholarship
Funded bySwan Brewing LLCAmount
$500Deadline
Jul 01, 2022Education Level
AnyThis scholarship is for low income, community-minded high school seniors or undergraduates from Florida.- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate
- State: Florida
- Background: Low-income
- Major(s): Music, STEM, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Brewing Sciences
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner74Henry D. Teuteberg Memorial Music Scholarship
Funded byJennifer GaspardAmount
$1,000Deadline
Jul 04, 2022Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Henry D. Teuteberg by supporting high school seniors who are interested in pursuing music.- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Field of Study: Music
- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Wisconsin
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner75Jameela Jamil x I Weigh Scholarship
Funded byJameela JamilAmount
$15,000Deadline
Aug 17, 2022Education Level
AnyThis scholarship exists to amplify diverse voices.All students are eligibleScholarship is awarded to
3 winners76Gamba Creative Arts Scholarship
Funded byMiguel OceguedaAmount
$5,000Deadline
Jan 01, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support disadvantaged students in New Jersey who are pursuing art-related degrees.- Background: First-generation, low-income, and/or underrepresented minority
- Field of Study: Pursuing creative arts, music, writing, audio engineering, or arts-related degree
- State: New Jersey
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners77Your Dream Music Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$1,000Deadline
Jan 08, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to celebrate National Scholarship Month by supporting students who love music!All students are eligibleScholarship is awarded to
1 winner78@frankadvice National Scholarship Month TikTok Scholarship
Funded bySarah FrankAmount
$500Deadline
Jan 31, 2023Education Level
AnyTo celebrate National Scholarship Month, this award seeks to make higher education more accessible through scholarship funding.All students are eligibleScholarship is awarded to
1 winner79She Rose in STEAM Scholarship
Funded byShe Rose InitiativeAmount
$500Deadline
Feb 01, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support female BIPOC students who are pursuing degrees in STEAM so they can overcome the barriers to higher education.- Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
- Gender: Female
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Field of Study: STEAM (Science, Tech, Engineering, Art, or Mathematics) and/or medical illustration, medical journalism, etc.
- Race: African American
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner80M.H.M.A Black Excellence Scholarship
Funded bySanitra AnthonyAmount
$500Deadline
Feb 19, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support African American male students attending an HBCU who are dedicated to making positive change in the world.- Gender: Male
- Race: Black/African American
- School Type: HBCU
- Background: Sports or extracurricular experience
- GPA: 2.7
- Education Level: Undergraduate
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner81Linda "Noni" Anderson Memorial Music & Arts Scholarship
Funded byScott KinselAmount
$15,000Deadline
Apr 01, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Linda Anderson by financially supporting those who love the visual arts, performing arts, and music so they have the resources and encouragement necessary to fulfill their dreams.- Financial Background: Low-income
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Desired Career Field: Arts or Music
- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate
Scholarship is awarded to
3 winners82"Aunty" Geri Kuhia Tribute Scholarship
Funded bySandwich Islands Network, IncAmount
$3,000Deadline
May 01, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor “Aunty” Geri Kuhia by supporting deserving students who aim to pursue higher education.- State: California
- Field of Study: Performing arts
- Education Level: High school senior, trade school, undergraduate or graduate
Scholarship is awarded to
3 winners83Jacob Naumann Memorial Scholarship
Funded byNaumann FamilyAmount
$1,000Deadline
Jul 06, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the legacy of Jacob Naumann by supporting students who share his passion for music.- State: Illinois or Missouri
- Field of Interest: Music
- Education Level: High school junior or senior or undergraduate student
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner84Chang Heaton Scholarship for Music Excellence
Funded byMelody HeatonAmount
$2,500Deadline
Jul 28, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support first-generation BIPOC students who are pursuing careers in music or theater so they can find success through their passions.- Education Level: Undergraduate or graduate student
- Race: BIPOC
- Background: First-generation student
- Field of Study: Music or theater
Scholarship is awarded to
5 winners85Taylor Swift ‘1989’ Fan Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$1,989Deadline
Aug 01, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to let Swifties show off their love for their favorite album to make the road to higher education more affordable.All students are eligibleScholarship is awarded to
1 winner86Aspiring Musician Scholarship
Funded byLance SkaradaAmount
$500Deadline
Sep 23, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support a high school senior who is involved in music.- Education Level: High school senior
- Involvement: Music
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner87DRIVE an IMPACT Today Scholarship
Funded byLanceSoftAmount
$1,000Deadline
Oct 06, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to create opportunities for underserved students so they can find success regardless of their background or resources.- Education Level: High school or undergraduate student
- Identity: Underrepresented minority
- Background: Financial need
- Qualities: DRIVE - determination, respect, innovation, versatility, equality, nurture
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner88Godi Arts Scholarship
Funded byMark GodiAmount
$1,000Deadline
Nov 15, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support students who are pursuing the arts so they can afford to complete their college degrees.- Education Level: Four-year undergraduate student
- Field of Study: Arts - music, dance, visual arts, theatre, etc.
Scholarship is awarded to
0 winners89Patricia A. Curley Memorial Arts Scholarship
Funded byBecky FogartyAmount
$5,000Deadline
Nov 27, 2023Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Patricia A. Curley by supporting students who are involved in the arts.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- Background: Financial need
- Field of Study: Arts (visual arts, music, creative writing, etc.)
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner90
Frequently Asked Questions
How to find music scholarships
Students can find music scholarships by searching the Bold.org scholarships page and browsing the "Music" category. Music students may also be eligible for arts scholarships and programs for performing arts or fine arts. Some schools offer music scholarships for their students, so always check your university's financial aid office for more information.
How to apply for scholarships
On Bold.org, you can browse scholarships by category and state. From there, closely read the application requirements for the music scholarships you are interested in for more specific instructions.
When can I start applying?
It's never too early to begin applying for music scholarships! As soon as you're at least fourteen years old and in high school, you'll start qualifying for scholarships. The sooner you begin applying, the more scholarships you will be able to apply for, boosting your chances of winning. It's also never too late to apply to scholarships! High school seniors can and should submit scholarship applications, even if it's their last month of high school.