Funding comes in a variety of types, including scholarships, grants, graduate assistantships, work-study programs, and loans. FSU does not require any additional scholarship application for merit or talent based-funding, but awarding of need-based grants and work study is based on annual submission of the FAFSA.
Undergraduate Aid
Expand AllAll first-year students are considered for academic merit scholarships such as the Vires Scholarship ($4,000 per year), the Presidential Scholarship ($7,500 per year, plus additional funding for educational enrichment opportunities), the IB Diploma Scholarship, and the prestigious Benacquisto Scholarship for National Merit Finalists.
Scholarships are awarded to undergraduate applicants who demonstrate superior musical ability. These competitive, talent-based awards are based on the admissions audition/interview, and require no additional application. Scholarships are competitive and start at $1,000/year.
Non-Florida residents admitted to audition-based programs are considered for additional funding to help offset the out-of-state fees. Students with exceptional academic profiles may
qualify for 100% out-of-state fee coverage, and those with a grandparent residing in Florida may apply for the Grandparent Waiver, which fully covers all out-of-state fees.
Awards vary in amount and are based on submission of the FAFSA. For best consideration, be sure to complete your FAFSA by December 1.
Graduate Aid
Expand AllGraduate assistantships are available in most areas of study. Graduate assistants receive a full tuition waiver and an annual stipend that ranges from $9,000 to $18,000. Applicants are encouraged to apply by December 1st for best consideration.
The Housewright Emerging Ensemble Fellowship is designed to cultivate extraordinary talent in established small musical ensembles, facilitating the launch of their professional careers with superior musical and entrepreneurial skills.
Qualifications
- Small ensemble will be between 3-8 members, and makeup can be varied.
- Ensemble repertoire may be vast and varied, incorporating multiple styles and genres of music.
- All ensemble members must apply and be accepted into FSU College of Music graduate program as an individual student.
Available to a limited number of students in all disciplines, these awards range from $5,000 to $30,000. The application deadline for most awards is December 1st; please contact the College of Music Admissions office if you intend to apply.
Under the Academic Common Market agreement, graduate students in certain academic areas may be eligible for in-state tuition, based on the applicant’s state of residency. For detailed information, contact the Graduate Music Office or the Academic Common Market Coordinator for your home state.
Depending on country of citizenship, international students may qualify for an Out-of-State tuition waiver. Guidelines vary from country to country. Please contact College of Music Admissions if you think you may qualify.