Many music majors receive scholarship support. Students must meet the following minimum criteria to receive a scholarship:
Maintain an overall GPA of 2.5
Maintain a 3.0 GPA in music classes
Maintain progress toward their degree
Continue to do well in applied lessons and ensembles
Meet with the advisor every semester
Stay on track with courses in the correct semesters
Apply for scholarships every year in January.
Pay attention to CSOM announcements regarding scholarship dates, which typically are:
February 1: Application deadline for University Scholarships.
March 1: Application deadline for CSOM Scholarships.
There are entering freshmen scholarships as well as scholarships for returning students. These scholarships require application through the NDSU Academic Works portal.
The Presser Undergraduate Scholar Award (“Presser Award”) is a unique award that is completely funded by The Presser Foundation in Philadelphia, PA. The Challey School of Music has been fortunate to award a Presser Undergraduate Scholar Award for the last 20 years. However, the award is not guaranteed every year.
This award is intended for a rising senior music major.
It has a separate application process, announced in February or March each year.
This award is intended for a talented and academically strong musician who shows dedication to their musical career as well as to the Challey School of Music.
The recipient of this award will be known as the Presser Scholar in their senior year.