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General Information

Scholarships and grant awards from Howard University funds are available only to students who complete the FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA).

  • The FAFSA may be secured from the Howard University Office of Financial Aid, high school guidance counselors, and public libraries.

  • The FAFSA must be submitted before February 1st.

After analysis of the student's file by the Office of Financial Aid, recommended funding from the Music Department may be reduced depending on:

  • Other funding sources (family income, Federal grants, etc.).

  • University and Federal regulations.

The Music Department does not award full scholarships.

  • Music Scholarships are awarded for one semester or one year only.

Students must re-apply for scholarships each year. The Music Department does not guarantee a specific scholarship amount from year to year.

Financial aid is granted only to individuals who have been admitted by the University Office of Admissions and the Music Department.

 

Special Talent Scholarships

Eligibility for Special Talent Scholarships for music majors:

  • Students must maintain a minimum of 2.5 Grade Point Average (GPA) including the semester prior to funding.

  • All students must submit the Music Department Scholarship Application with appropriate signatures before February 1st each year.

  • Full-time enrollment status is required.

  • Participation in a departmental ensemble or accompanying is required.

Trustee Scholarships

Eligibility for the Trustee Scholarships for music majors:

  • Student must have maintained a minimum 3.0 GPA for two consecutive semesters fall and spring only. Any other combination of enrollment will mean ineligibility.

  • All students must submit the Music Department Scholarship application with appropriate signatures before February 1st each year.

  • Full time enrollment status is required.

  • Participation in a departmental ensemble or accompanying is required.

Other Sources

Students are encouraged to do their own search and follow-up on leads for financial aid. Possible sources of financial aid include: College Aid Sources for Higher Education (CASHE), Financial Aid Resource System, Federal and State Loans, Work Study Programs, Federal and State Grants, Work Scholarships, public libraries, Howard University Office of Financial Aid, and the internet.

While these guidelines address some of the major issues concerning financial aid, they should not be considered all-inclusive.

New Entrants

Prospective students are eligible for Department of Music scholarships based on audition performance and recommendations from the faculty.