Music Scholarships

Scholarships not requiring an audition

• Music majors receive $5,000 per year.
• Non-majors who intend to participate in an ensemble and take applied lessons on their instrument receive $4,000 per year.
• To receive this scholarship, simply check the appropriate box on the application for admission. If you decide to apply for this scholarship after you submit your application, contact your admissions counselor.
• This scholarship is unavailable after the financial aid award letter has been sent.

Auditioned scholarships

• Some additional funding is available to music majors and non-majors who submit an audition (see guidelines below). These awards are based on musical accomplishment and the needs of the music program.
• The audition deadline is based on the date of your application:

• If you need additional time to complete your audition, contact the music office (music@cune.edu).
• If we do not receive your audition by the expected date, then you will receive only the automatic award described above. In no case will additional funding be available after the financial aid award letter has been sent.
• Apply early if possible, as amounts available for scholarships may be smaller by spring.

Submitting your audition

1. First, complete an application for admission to Concordia. We cannot consider your scholarship application until this is done. Mark a performance scholarship intent on your application. 
2. Record your video audition and upload it to a file sharing site (an “unlisted” video on YouTube works well). Auditions should be under 10 minutes in length and should include two pieces in contrasting styles. See specific instructions for various instruments on the scholarship application.
3. Submit your music scholarship application.
4. Submit your FAFSA.
5. If possible, arrange a personalized visit to campus. We would like to meet you when you aren’t stressed about an audition.