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Band Scholarships with 2025 Deadlines
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Pamela Branchini Memorial Scholarship
Funded byDan Branchini, Bruce Ewing, Barbara Bell, and the Glitter Team at Community LutheranAmount
$2,000Deadline
Nov 16, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Pamela Branchini by supporting students who are pursuing degrees in the fine arts.- Field of Study: Fine arts
1Be A Vanessa Scholarship
Funded byTyra-Ochoa FamilyAmount
$500Deadline
Apr 15, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor Vanessa’s life by supporting students in Texas who are pursuing art, music, education, or healthcare.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Texas
- Field of Interest: Art, music, education, or healthcare
- Background: Has a unique characteristic they’re known or recognized for
2Sammy Ochoa Memorial Scholarship
Funded byTyra-Ochoa FamilyAmount
$5,300Deadline
Apr 15, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will award a high school senior interested in a career in the medical field, music, or the trades.- Location: From Vernon, TX
- Education Level: High school senior
- Desired Career: Medical field, music, or the trades
3Catherine (Kay) Williams Memorial Arts Scholarship
Funded byThe Williams FamilyAmount
$1,000Deadline
May 01, 2026Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Kay Williams by supporting students who demonstrate artistic talent.- State: Florida
- Field of Study: Art
- Gender: Female
- Education Level: High school senior
- GPA greater than or equal to: 3
- Financial Status: Low-Income
4A Heroes Family Scholarship
Funded byFirst Responders Family FoundationAmount
$1,000Deadline
Mar 30, 2026Education Level
AnyAs one small way to help the families of first responders, the A Heroes Family Scholarship exists to provide financial support for a student who has lost a parent/guardian or spouse to an on-duty tragedy of a first responder.- Education Level: High school senior or above
- Background: Lost a parent/guardian or spouse in the line of duty including those in law-enforcement, fire, or military
5GUTS- Olivia Rodrigo Fan Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$500Deadline
Only 4 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship is perfect for students who have been impacted by Olivia Rodrigo's "Guts" album!All students are eligible6Wicked Fan Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$500Deadline
Only 4 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support fans of Wicked who are excited about the new movie adaptation of the story!All students are eligible7Lady Gaga Fan No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$500Deadline
Only 4 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support fans of Lady Gaga who have been impacted by her music, empowerment, and advocacy!All students are eligible8Love Island Fan Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$500Deadline
Only 3 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to support students who are fans of "Love Island" and are invested in the stories on screen.All students are eligible9Sabrina Carpenter Superfan Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$500Deadline
Only 2 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support fans of Sabrina Carpenter who have been impacted by her career.All students are eligible10Weeknd Fan No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$500Deadline
Only 4 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support fans of The Weeknd and his boundary-pushing music!All students are eligible11NBA 2K25 Fan No-Essay Scholarship
Funded byBold.orgAmount
$500Deadline
Only 4 days left!Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support dedicated fans of the iconic NBA video game series.All students are eligible12Austin Kramer Music Scholarship
Funded byAustin KramerAmount
$3,265Deadline
Jan 30, 2021Education Level
AnyMy scholarship is to empower music lovers! Pick a song that best motivates you. Tell me why. Then curate a playlist (YT or Soundcloud) to continue your story. This is your narrative!All students are eligibleScholarship is awarded to
1 winner13Palette & Purpose Scholarship
Funded byIgnite Arts and STEMAmount
$3,000Deadline
Mar 15, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support BIPOC students who are interested in pursuing the arts.- Residency: US citizen
- Race: BIPOC
- GPA: 2.4 or higher
- Field of Interest: Visual, studio, or performing arts
- Experience: Non-profit or volunteering experience
- Education Level: High school senior (2024-2025 school year)
Scholarship is awarded to
6 winners14Cameron Sims Memorial Scholarship
Funded byChelsea PettyAmount
$800Deadline
Aug 15, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the life of Cameron Sims by supporting students who share his love for music.- Education Level: High school senior
- Field of Study: Music or arts
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner15George W. Jones, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Funded byRichardson Community BandAmount
$1,525Deadline
Jan 31, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to support students who desire to continue their musical involvement throughout their years of higher education and beyond.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Texas
- Background: Participates in band
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners16Joe 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 winner17Bold 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 winner18Linda "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 winners19Chang 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 winners20Michael C. Overholser Memorial Scholarship
Funded byOverholser FamilyAmount
$2,295Deadline
Apr 16, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of Michael Overholser by supporting students who are passionate about music.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Maryland
- Passion: Involved in music or plan to pursue music in college
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner21Rene Adrian Sandoval Sr. Jazz Scholarship
Funded bySandoval FamilyAmount
$500Deadline
Aug 30, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will support high school jazz band students in Texas who will be pursuing a career in music.- Education Level: High school
- Race/Ethnicity: BIPOC
- State: Texas
- GPA: 2.5 or higher
- Desired Career Field: Music or performing arts
- Involved: Performing arts, with a preference to jazz band students
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner22Matt Preziose Creative Scholarship
Funded byGisela DelgadoAmount
$1,000Deadline
Nov 22, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Matt Preziose by supporting students studying art.- Education Level: Undergraduate student
- Field of Study: Arts
- State: NY
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner23John Traxler Theatre Scholarship
Funded byTraxler FamilyAmount
$755Deadline
Dec 02, 2024Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the memory of John Traxler by supporting students pursuing the fine arts so they have the financial resources necessary to complete their degrees.- Education Level: High school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Field of Study: Fine arts (theatre preferred)
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner24Sunni E. Fagan Memorial Music Scholarship
Funded byCynthia StewartAmount
$1,000Deadline
Feb 21, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the life of Sunni E. Fagan by supporting students who are passionate about music.- Education Level: High school senior or undergraduate student
- Identity: Underrepresented minority
- Field of Study: Music or music education
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner25Cass Mosson Leadership in Music Scholarship
Funded byMossonAmount
$5,000Deadline
Apr 02, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will honor the life of Cass Mosson and help support an Indiana band student pursuing higher education.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Indiana
- Involvement: Band
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner26Frank Vail Music Memorial Scholarship
Funded byVail FamilyAmount
$6,000Deadline
Apr 17, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to carry on the musical legacy of Frank Vail by supporting students who share his passion.- Education Level: High school senior
- State: Michigan
- Field of Study: Music
Scholarship is awarded to
2 winners27Audrey Sherrill & Michael D'Ambrisi Music Scholarship
Funded byThe Sherrill Family and FriendsAmount
$10,500Deadline
Jun 15, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship seeks to honor the lives of Audrey Sherrill and Michael D’Ambrisi by supporting students who are pursuing musical careers.- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Education Level: Undergraduate
- Field of Study: Music Performance, Music Education, Music Therapy, or Jazz Studies
- State: Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, or Massachusetts
Scholarship is awarded to
3 winners28West Family Scholarship
Funded byWest FamilyAmount
$1,000Deadline
Jun 17, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship aims to honor the West family legacy by helping underserved students access higher education.- Race/Ethnicity: BIPOC
- GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Background: Active in athletics, community, drama, band, etc.
- Education Level: Undergraduate or high school senior
Scholarship is awarded to
1 winner291st Generation People Of Color Patrick Copney Memorial Music/Arts Scholarship
Funded byRobin CopneyAmount
$1,000Deadline
Jul 05, 2025Education Level
AnyThis scholarship will honor the memory of Patrick Copney and help support first generation students who are pursuing a music or arts degree.- Education Level: High school or undergraduate
- Race/Ethnicity: Black/African American
- Background: Low-income and will be or is a first-generation student
- Major/Field: Music or Arts
Scholarship is awarded to
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Frequently Asked Questions
When can I start applying?
It is never too early to start applying for scholarships! There are tons of scholarships for all students. The earlier you start planning for the cost of college, the better prepared you will be. Apply early and often to increase your chances of securing scholarship aid.
Can I receive a band scholarship if I am not a music major?
Yes, some band scholarships are available to non-music majors who participate in band or music ensembles as part of their extracurricular activities. The specific requirements depend on the scholarship.
How competitive are band scholarships?
Competition can be fierce, especially for scholarships that offer significant financial awards. The level of competition often depends on the prestige of the program, the number of scholarships available, and the number of applicants.