Education is the key to a successful career. This is why it is the primary responsibility of all parents to send their children to school. Although education is a necessity, not all parents are able to fund their children’s schooling. Others usually stop after they graduate from high school.
This is truly happening in almost any part of the world and according to statistics, the drop-out number is increasing year after year. And this is probably why the government and other private organisations are looking for ways to give scholarships to capable students with limited financial resources.
Students are not alike; in fact, each individual has their own distinct characteristic and talent. Some students have talents in the arts — be it fine arts, dancing, singing or music. There are scholarships for particular fields of interest. And if you love music, there are a lot of college scholarships for music.
Music is a popular career choice among students. Although some parents may not like their children to pursue a career in music (because they want their kids to have a more stable career), students have a choice. Here is a list of some of the music scholarships available for students:
1. Vocal scholarship from Bel Canto: This foundation awards over $15,000 to opera singers with ages ranging from 20-37 who want to pursue an opera career in America.
2. John Lennon Program for BMI scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to songwriters who are able to write original compositions. But you can only take advantage of this scholarship if you are invited.
3. Scholarship award by String Magazine: This is open for students who are currently in an undergraduate programme. The award is usually based on academic merit, community service and financial need.
4. FAME scholarship: FAME also awards college scholarships to students who are nominated for professional achievement for senior college students.
The internet can provide you with a wide range of music scholarship resources. There are different websites that you can visit and see what requirements are needed in order to qualify for the scholarship.
Almost any big university offers a form of scholarship so ensure that you check with their registrar for scholarship information. There are universities in your local area, take time to visit them. It would be best if you make a list of the different college scholarships awarded to students with an interest in music.
Music is a field of interest that only very few individuals seriously pursue. So if you’re one of the few people struggling to get a college degree in music, begin your search for a scholarship. If you think you can pass the required qualifications, go and take your chance. Like any other student dreaming of a life in college, you should not be discouraged by the difficulty you’re now facing. People have problems and that can’t be avoided.
Financial constraints are not enough to stop you from getting that college education. Choose the best option available for you. This is your way to a dazzling career in the near future.
You are a gifted individual. Share your talent with other people and show them your love for music. And who knows, you might just be the one that the music industry has been waiting for all these years.