The Department of Music annually designates two Music Scholarship Audition Days. However, students may schedule an audition at anytime for acceptance into the department. ALL STUDENTS who audition for the Department of Music will be considered for talent awards.
There are four levels of awards for music students at Messiah University:
Daniel Vollmer Scholarship in Music
The Vollmer Scholarship in Music is a $5,000 award which is combined with any Provost's scholarship, and is awarded based on talent. This award is renewable up to four years, provided the student:
- Remains a music major
- Performs in appropriate ensembles
- Maintains the appropriate GPA
Shaffer/Goodling Scholarship in Music
The Shaffer/Goodling Scholarship in Music is worth approximately $3,500 per year and is combined with any Provost's scholarship. The award is renewable up to four years, provided the student:
- Remains a music major
- Performs in appropriate ensembles
- Maintains the appropriate GPA
Dean's Scholarship in Music
The Dean's Scholarship in Music is worth approximately $1,000 per year and is combined with any Provost's scholarship. The award is renewable up to four years, provided the student:
- Remains a music major
- Performs in appropriate ensembles
- Maintains the apprpriate GPA
Faculty and Endowed Scholarships
There are a variety of endowed one-time awards for incoming First-Year Students. These awards provide assistance for the first year of study and range in value from $1000 to $3000.
For information about other financial aid available at Messiah University, please contact the Financial Aid Office.