Music
Valparaiso University’s music scholarships support students who demonstrate outstanding talent and dedication to the performing arts. Through Signature Artist, Forte, and Vivace Scholarships, students are empowered to pursue their musical education with financial backing, ensemble involvement, and leadership opportunities—regardless of their academic major.
Scholarships Available to Music Students
The Signature Artist, Forte, and Vivace Scholarships support Valparaiso University’s commitment to train some of the finest collegiate musicians in the United States.
Valpo’s music scholarship program supports students in diverse performance areas and academic majors.
- Ranges from $3,000 to $9,000 per year
- Awarded to support talented musicians for leadership roles in departmental performing ensembles
- Available to qualified students from any major
- $1,000 per year
- Awarded to support active student musicians in continuing their private lesson studies and ensemble participation at Valparaiso University
- Available to qualified students from any major
Audition Process & Eligibility
All students seeking a music scholarship must audition as prospective students. This typically takes place during one of several on-campus and live virtual audition days. Students complete an online music audition application in order to request an audition time. Learn more
At the audition, each student will be heard in only one performance area. Because scholarships are linked to specific performance areas, students should audition in the area of their greatest strength and interest.
Students who wish to be considered for a Signature Artist Scholarship must participate in the November or February on-campus audition days or live virtual audition; full video auditions will not be considered for this scholarship.
Students who have been awarded music scholarships maintain their eligibility through satisfactory academic progress and continued participation in key activities in the music department.
Participation requirements
All scholarship awardees must enroll in studio lessons every semester.
Every semester, scholarship awardees perform in ensembles as assigned and are expected to cooperate when assigned to an ensemble having special need of their contribution. For awardees in the music major or minor, this requirement continues even where performance requirements for degree completion have been fulfilled.
Awardees pursuing a full-time music major are also expected to perform in a department recital in their principal performance medium during each year of undergraduate study.
Academic requirements
Each awardee must continue to be a full-time student pursuing a first bachelor’s degree, meeting minimum standards of satisfactory academic progress.
As the Signature Artist Scholarship is available only to music majors, a change out of the major is likely to affect this award.
Financial Aid And Student Accounts
At a Glance
Estimate Your Cost
The Net Price Calculator helps prospective students and families estimate the cost of attending Valparaiso University after grants and scholarships. Based on recent student award data, it provides an estimate of financial aid and remaining costs to help families plan ahead.
These estimates are not guarantees of aid, and students must still complete all admissions and financial aid requirements by the appropriate deadlines. Families with unusual financial circumstances are encouraged to contact the Office of Financial Aid for assistance.
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Supporting Your Valpo Journey
At Valpo, our Student Financial Services team is here to help you navigate aid and student accounts with personalized support. Student Financial Services consists of the Office of Financial Aid and the Office of Student Accounts:
Office of Financial Aid
Kretzmann Hall, Suite 103
1700 Chapel Drive,
Valparaiso, IN 46383
The Office of Financial Aid helps students and families find the best path to funding a Valpo education. From completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and exploring scholarships, to reviewing your aid offer and understanding loan options, our team is with you every step of the way. We’re committed to making a Valpo education attainable for every student we serve.
Office of Student Accounts
Kretzmann Hall, Room 137
1700 Chapel Drive,
Valparaiso, IN 46383
The Office of Student Accounts is your resource for the financial details that come with being a Valpo student. That includes tuition and fee billing, payment plans, refunds, and e-bill access for students, and authorized payers. Whether you need to make a payment, set up a payment plan, or check on your account, we are happy to help.