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Students applying to Auburn University should explore all scholarship sources at the University, College and Department levels. The University Office of Scholarships awards approximately 6,000 scholarships annually. The University Office of Scholarships, College of Liberal Arts and College of Education can provide more information on availability and eligibility requirements.
A variety of music scholarships are available for a select group of talented students. All scholarships require an audition regardless of major. Unless otherwise noted, scholarship audition requirements are the same as the requirements found on the Auditions page. Incoming students who audition on one of the advertised audition dates will be considered for all scholarships for which they are eligible. Returning students seeking ensemble or independent scholarships should consult the appropriate coordinator or director for more information. Eligibility and additional requirements vary and can be found on the links below.
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Departmental Scholarships
The Department of Music annually awards a limited number of scholarships to incoming students who show musical promise. All prospective music major students who audition on one of the advertised scholarship audition dates are considered for these merit-based awards.
Contacts:
Doug Rosener, Instrumental (non-piano) Scholarship Chair
rosendb@auburn.edu 334.844.3160
Jeremy Samolesky, Piano Scholarship Chair
jas0017@auburn.edu 334.844.3165
Michael Koon, Vocal Scholarship Chair
jmk0009@auburn.edu 334.844.3188
Band Scholarships
The Auburn University Band Department offers scholarships to deserving students of all majors. These scholarships require participation in an AU Bands ensemble. Awards are made based on playing ability and the instrumentation needs for each ensemble. All prospective music major students who audition on one of the advertised scholarship audition dates are considered for these awards. Incoming non-music majors should contact the Director to arrange an audition. More information can be found on the scholarship page of the band website.
Contact:
Rick Good, Director of Bands
goodric@auburn.edu 334.844.4166
Orchestra Scholarships
The Auburn University/Community Orchestra offers scholarships to students of all majors for participation in the orchestra. All prospective music major students who audition on one of the advertised scholarship audition dates are considered for these awards. Incoming non-music majors should contact the Director to arrange an audition.
Contact:
Howard Goldstein, Director, Auburn University/Community Orchestra
goldsha@auburn.edu 334.844.3167
Independent Scholarships
There are several independently administered music scholarships available for students of Auburn University.
The John W. Tamblyn Scholarship
This endowed scholarship recognizes outstanding student achievement. Eligibility is open to Auburn University students of all majors who participate in the musical activities of the Department of Music for the duration of the award. Incoming freshman may audition as a high school senior, but must enroll at Auburn to receive the award. Auditions are held each spring for the following academic year. Awards are for one year, but previous winners are eligible. Complete eligibility requirements, audition date and an application form can be found here. Download application and information.
Information (.pdf)
Application (.pdf)
Alma Dark Howard Memorial Music Scholarship
Administered through the Howard Fund
Available for Graduate Studies
This scholarship identifies and supports the advanced training of talented musicians who are also dedicated community servants. Eligibility is limited to seniors and recent graduates of the five schools in which Alma Dark had a special interest (Auburn University, Campbell University, Greensboro College, Mars Hill College and Meredith College). The faculty of each school selects candidates who audition for an outside panel of judges and interview with a scholarship committee.
The Glenn F. Gross Memorial Scholarship
George and Charlotte Gross established this scholarship in memory of their son, Glenn Gross. A senior at Auburn in 1987, his untimely death cut short a promising career in music education and church music. Glenn's career would have enriched the quality of life in others through his teaching and service. This memorial scholarship will help ensure that future musicians and educators might go forth in his place. For further information:
Alabama-West Florida United Methodist Foundation
P.O. Box 8066
Dothan, Alabama 36304
334-793-6820
http://www.alwfumf.org
Blanca Renard Award
Established in 1964 by friends of Senora Blanca Renard, this award is given each year to a music student for excellence in performance. The music department faculty selects recipients of this award based on merit. Senora Renard was a distinguished Chilean pianist, teacher and member of the Auburn faculty until her untimely death in 1963.
