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Scholarships

Department of Music

 

Scholarships are available to talented students who can make significant contributions to the musical arts at Millsaps College. Call the Department of Music office at 601-974-1422 for additional information, or contact the Millsaps Office of Admissions to schedule an appointment at 601-974-1050 or admissions@millsaps.edu. You may call toll-free at 1-800-352-1050. Please submit an on-line application to audition for music scholarships.

 

AUDITION APPLICATION

  • Vocalists should prepare three (3) songs of contrasting styles from memory. Art songs are recommended. If possible, present at least one song in a language other than English. An accompanist will be provided. Please send sheet music to the department prior to audition.
  • Pianists/organists should prepare three (3) pieces of contrasting styles from memory. It is recommended to have at least one Baroque and one 20th century piece represented.
  • Orchestral instrumentalists including guitarists are recommended to have a movement from a concerto, an etude, and another piece of their choice. Contrasting pieces from different periods are preferred. An accompanist will be provided upon request.


 
Available Music Scholarships:

Second Century Scholarships in the Performing Arts
These scholarships recognize outstanding achievement in the performing arts and potential for continued development. Renewal is contingent upon a successful student record in performance at Millsaps College.

Sweat Scholars
These scholarships are for students who commit to a major in music. Named for emeritus professor Dr. Jonathan Sweat, these scholarships recognize students who demonstrate extraordinary potential to excel in music performance. Renewal is contingent upon a successful student record of quality performance at Millsaps College.

Departmental Scholarships in Music
While priority goes to students who major in music, all students are eligible for these scholarships which recognize outstanding achievement in music and potential for continued development. These scholarships are renewed annually by the recommendation of the chair.

Sweat Summer Studies Scholarships
These scholarships allow selected students to pursue music performance during the summer at internationally/nationally recognized camps and institutes. Students are selected by audition in January. Priority goes to sophomores and juniors.

Sweat Fellows
The Sweat Fellows Program awards an annual $2,000 stipend to upper class performance majors. The purpose is to create more practice time for upper class performance majors by releasing them from college job, work study, or part time work in the community.


For more information on scholarships and financial aid, visit the Office of Financial Aid.