Do you play in the school band or have a band of your own? If you have a talent for music, even if you are not planning on majoring in Music in college, there are scholarships for you! Show off your musical talent with these scholarships.

If you do plan on majoring in music in college, there are even more scholarships for you to consider!

Jon Borowicz Scholarship
Sponsor: Vermont Philharmonic
Amount: $500.00
Closing Date: November 7, 2026
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors who are Vermont residents and participate weekly in Vermont music programs for youth. Applicant must audition for the judges at the Barre Opera House on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at the assigned time.

Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award
Sponsor: From the Top
Amount: Up to $10,000
Closing Date: November 9, 2026
Description: Award is open to classical instrumentalists, vocalists, and composers between the ages of 8 and 18 who have not yet entered college during the 2026-2027 academic year.

Concerto Competition
Sponsor: United States Marine Band
Amount: Up to $2,500
Closing Date: November 15, 2026
Description: Competition is open to high school musicians (grades 9-12) enrolled during the 2026-2027 academic year. Performers of woodwind, brass, or percussion instructions may apply. Applicant must select one of the works listed on the application for their instrument and submit an audio recording of their performance accompanied by piano, band, or orchestra.