• Up to three $2,500 scholarships plus full waiver of fees for music lessons
• Renewable annually
• Applicants for the Friends of Music Scholars Program may also apply for one of the school scholarships, as well as the Entrepreneurial Scholars Program, Ervin Scholars Program, or Rodriguez Scholars Program.

Washington University’s College of Arts & Sciences awards the Friends of Music Scholarships to two entering freshmen who are gifted in any branch of music. The award is renewable for four years, as long as the Scholar is making satisfactory progress and participating in a Department of Music course or ensemble.

The Friends of Music Scholars Program

These scholarships are designed for gifted musicians. Applicants do not need to plan to major in music. In addition to the scholarship, Friends of Music Scholars receive a full waiver of fees for music lessons (currently $580 per term for one-hour weekly lessons).

Eligibility

High school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding skills in music are encouraged to apply. Applicants should rank high in their classes and should have SAT I or ACT scores in the upper ranges. They are to present evidence of their musical ability through a performance CD, an original musical composition, or a paper.

Notification for Finalists

Finalists will be notified by mid-March.