James L. Dunbar, Jr. Memorial Music Scholarship Endowment

This scholarship is open to non-traditional students (25+ years of age) within the Department of Music. All recipients must meet the following requirements:

  • Aged 25 years or older;
  • Undergraduates seeking baccalaureate degrees;
  • Major in Music Education or Music Performance, Composition, or Literature;
  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Selection is made by audition. Applicants must be prepared to present a 15 minute audition of contrasting repertoire (styles, tempos, time periods).

Award
Varies
Scopes
Music
Deadline
10/06/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. What is your expected graduation date? (MM/YYYY)
  2. Applicants must be prepared to present a 15-minute audition of contrasting repertoire (styles, tempos, time periods).
  3. I have talked with my applied teacher about my intent to audition for this scholarship and my applied teacher has approved my application for this scholarship.
  4. Please submit an essay (~ 500 words) defining your future goals and how your degree will assist you in achieving those goals.
  5. Applicants must upload a formatted program or repertoire selections AND translations (if applicable) using a department program template. Click here Music resources for appropriate templates. Please upload your documents below.
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