To Apply
For full consideration, apply for the music scholarship by the Priority Deadline of November 8. If you apply after receiving a financial aid offer, your overall offer may be adjusted.
To Audition
Submit your virtual audition on your Gustavus Applicant Portal by sharing a link to an UNLISTED YouTube video recording of your performance. Auditions will consist of two contrasting pieces by different composers, totaling not more than ten minutes, that demonstrate expressive and technical skills.
To Maintain
Renewal of the scholarship requires participation in music lessons and a department approved performing ensemble (listed below).
Vocal: Gustavus Choir, Chapel Choir, Lucia Singers
Band: Gustavus Wind Orchestra, Gustavus Wind Symphony
Orchestra: Gustavus Symphony Orchestra, Philharmonic Orchestra (string orchestra)
Jazz: Gustavus Jazz Ensemble, Adolphus Jazz Ensemble
Applicants will receive communication from the Music Department Chair after they have chosen Gustavus.
Contact Us
Questions about the Music Scholarship? Please reach out to %20g-fineartsliaison [at] gustavus.edu (g-fineartsliaison[at]gustavus[dot]edu).