Scholarships

Every year, the Deparment of Music offers scholarships to new and continuing music majors (undergraduate, graduate, and transfers). Click on the appropriate link above for forms and information for each type of scholarship offered.

New Student Scholarship Auditions

New Student Scholarship Auditions for students entering for the 2012-2013 academic year were held on Friday, February 24 and Saturday, February 25, 2012. The deadline for accepting applications has passed.

Frequently Asked Questions

"What do I have to do during the audition?"
The audition day for new student scholarship applicants will consist of the following:

1. An Information session for you and any guests (e.g. parents, guardians, loved ones, etc.)
2. A theory and musicianship diagnostic exam
3. Your seven minute audition
4. An exit interview with the Department of Music Chair

The entire audition will take roughly 45-60 minutes depending on the total number of people auditioning.

"What should I play?"
Training at CSU East Bay is focused primarily on the western art music (i.e. "classical music") and jazz music traditions. As such, you should prepare two to three contrasting works drawn from these traditions that you feel best highlight your abilities on your instrument or in your discipline. Examples of appropriate repertoire include art song for vocalists, solo works or orchestral excerpts for instrumentalists, jazz standards or arrangements of jazz standards for jazz performers, and works written for acoustic instruments in score form for composers. If you are unsure about your selections, feel free to contact us.

"Do I have to audition in person? Can I submit an audition tape instead?"
No. All auditions are in person, on campus, or at specified audition sites, if applicable.

"If I'm awarded a scholarship, may I defer it while I study elsewhere?"
No.

"I'm visiting from out of town. Where should I stay?"
List of hotel accomodations in the immediate area.

"How do I get to the campus and where is the Music Building?"
CSU East Bay Hayward campus map and driving directions

Continuing Student Scholarships

In the May of each academic year, the Department of Music accepts applications from continuing students (currently enrolled music majors at CSU East Bay) seeking to be considered for a scholarship for the coming academic year.
Submit your Application Form on-line by Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Frequently Asked Questions

"I'm done with all of my music units. Am I still eligible for a scholarship?"
Scholarship recipients are required to be enrolled full-time in each quarter, including enrollment in the following courses:

• One, four-unit academic music course (such as theory, history, or audio production courses)
• Applied lessons
• One major ensemble (conducted ensemble)

Please note that these requirements are separate from degree requirements.