Music Scholarship

We are honored that you have applied to Concordia University Wisconsin for the Fall of 2026! Since you have shown an interest in music, either as a program of study or as a co-curricular pursuit, you may apply to audition for a Music Scholarship.

CUW Music Scholarship Auditions 2025-2026

Auditions will be used for consideration toward the various music scholarships available from CUW. Our talent awards range from $3,000-$5,000 per year, per medium. Students may perform up to two auditions, with the maximum combined award of $8,000 per year. A major or minor in music is not required in order to apply for a Music Scholarship. All award recipients must participate in a music ensemble and take private lessons on the awarded performing medium while enrolled at CUW. If you are not interested in applying for a Music Scholarship but would like to participate in one of our music ensembles, you may audition in the fall.

In addition, CUW may designate a scholarship for alumni of Lutheran Summer Music. In order to be considered, you must have been a participant of LSM prior to auditioning at CUW. Please indicate on the application if you have participated in LSM.

Application Process

First, please review the complete Music Scholarship Audition Requirements.

To apply for a Music Scholarship Audition, you must meet the following criteria:

• CUW acceptance for Fall 2026
• A minimum 2.75 cumulative high school grade point average
• Interest in participating in music ensembles for the duration of your scholarship (up to 4 years)
• Choose no more than two (2) performing mediums for audition (instrumental, vocal, handbells, piano, or organ)
• Submit an online Music Scholarship Application
• Submit Musical Background Information outlined in the Music Scholarship Audition Requirements
• Submit two current Letters of Recommendation

Music Scholarship Application available soon

Audition Dates

Saturday, October 18, 2025
Saturday, February 7, 2026

Application Due Date

September 20, 2025 (for the October audition date)
January 10, 2026 (for the February audition date)

Note: Video auditions are also accepted for students who are unable to attend the in-person audition dates. Submission deadlines listed above are applicable for video auditions as well.

Official Awards

CUW’s Music Scholarship awards are not official until a Music Department Award contract is signed by the recipient and received by the Music Office by the award deadline. Until receipt of your contract, any Music Scholarship Award listed on your financial aid letter may be subject to change. All music scholarships are subject to an annual review by the Music Department.

Prospective Music Majors

Students pursuing a music major are eligible for a guaranteed award of $3,000 per year. All students must complete the music scholarship audition process to be considered.

Contact Information

Again, we are honored that you are considering Concordia University Wisconsin. We look forward to welcoming you as a candidate for Music Scholarships!