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Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI, USA 48197
Dr. Diane L. Winder
Interim Department Head
emu.music@emich.edu
Phone: 734.487.4380
Fax: 734.487.6939
The Department of Music handles scholarship matters in accordance with the guidelines of the Office of Financial Aid. A student may be eligible for a university scholarship or for a Department of Music scholarship. All incoming students will be considered for a music or dance award or scholarship. Students who complete an entrance audition by March 1 will receive priority consideration.
The Department holds a number of endowed scholarships, each with its own criteria and process. Many of these awards are based on talent. Some (e.g., Dillman, Olmstead, Manilow) are open to all majors. Determination of the recipient is made by recommendation of the Department Honors Committee. The application or audition process, where needed, will be posted. Other scholarships are specific to certain subject areas. Consult the appropriate faculty for details on these.The Department recommends potential Scholarship recipients to the Office of Financial Aid. The Office of Financial Aid verifies that criteria have been met and that the student is eligible. Awards are posted to the student's account when the process is complete.
Academic scholarships are awarded by the university. Returning students are urged to apply for University Scholarships; the application deadline is typically in mid-January for the following academic year. Qualified music and dance students are eligible for the following awards:
To learn more about these university scholarship opportunities, application procedures, and other financial aid possibilities, visit EMU's Office of Financial Aid.