Glenn Miller Birthplace Society Scholarship Program
Theatre scholarship guide
Applications are currently closed. The most recent deadline on record is April 20, 2026. Check the sponsor website for the next application cycle.
Scholarship details
- Funder
- Glenn Miller Birthplace Society (Clarinda, IA)
- Study level
- High School / Undergraduate (college freshmen)
- Scholarship type
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Deadline
- (Closed)
- Typical award size
- $3,000–$10,000 (2026: 1st $10,000 / 2nd $5,000 / 3rd $3,000 in vocal and instrumental; $36,000 total)
- Website
- Learn more
Eligibility criteria
Graduating high school seniors and first-year college students who intend to make music a central part of their future. National competition in vocal or instrumental categories. Semi-finalists must travel to Clarinda, Iowa for live competition at own expense.
Application steps
- Complete GMBS application and statement of musical intent.
- Upload contrasting audition tracks (YouTube/links) and required forms by deadline.
- If selected as semi-finalist, travel to Clarinda for live rounds.
- Top three per category perform at festival awards show.
Required materials
- Application form (parent/guardian signature)
- Statement of musical intent
- Two contrasting audition recordings
- Checklist/forms per competition packet
Past recipients
Annual vocal and instrumental winners announced at Glenn Miller Festival
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