The $4,000 Kent and Carolyn Hojem Music Scholarship is awarded to one Washington student who demonstrates true dedication to achieving excellence in their chosen career path. The scholarship is designed to aid deserving individuals passionate about a career in the music industry including performance (musicians, vocalists) as well as music education, music history and music therapy.
Scholarship Details
- Provides one $4,000 scholarship annually
- Available to eligible students throughout Washington state
- Supports students pursuing careers in music performance, music education, music history, music therapy, and related fields
- Open to graduating high school seniors and adult learners
- Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7
- Employment, volunteer service, or participation in school-sponsored activities for at least eight hours per month is preferred but not required
- Previous involvement with fairs, including 4-H or FFA activities, may be considered but is not required
- Financial need may be considered but is not a requirement
- Applicants completing the online application are automatically considered for other available scholarships for which they qualify
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a resident of Washington state
- Must be a graduating high school senior or an adult learner who has been out of high school for at least one year
- Must be attending an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or trade or technical school
- Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7
- Must demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in the music industry
- Employment, volunteer service, or participation in a school-sponsored activity for at least eight hours per month is preferred but not mandatory
- Must provide a recent unofficial academic transcript
- Must submit two letters of recommendation, including one from an academic contact and one from an employer, volunteer supervisor, or school-sponsored activity advisor
- Letters of recommendation from relatives are not accepted
Application Process
- Access the Kent and Carolyn Hojem Music Scholarship application through the provider's online scholarship portal.
- Complete the online application with the requested personal, academic, and educational information.
- Provide information about your musical interests, career goals, and relevant activities as requested.
- Upload your most recent unofficial academic transcript.
- Obtain one letter of recommendation from an academic contact, such as a teacher or counselor.
- Obtain a second letter of recommendation from an employer, volunteer supervisor, or advisor of a school-sponsored activity.
- Submit the completed application and all required supporting materials by the published deadline.
- Your application will automatically be considered for other scholarships offered through the online system for which you meet the eligibility requirements.
The Kent and Carolyn Hojem Music Scholarship application is available online. By completing our online application we will automatically apply you for all online scholarships in which you qualify.
