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The Coe College Marshall Music Scholarship

A Full-Tuition Scholarship for students entering the Department of Music who seek to pursue the Bachelor of Music degree in Composition, Music Education, or Performance

Who is Eligible?

Prospective students who will enter Coe College with a minimum 3.0 high-school GPA will be eligible to compete for a Marshall Scholarship in the spring prior to their fall enrollment. Candidates should have the motivation and background to pursue a pre-professional degree (Bachelor of Music) in one of the three tracks offered at Coe College: Composition, Music Education, and Performance. The Bachelor of Music degree is described in greater detail on the application form. Demonstrated financial need shall not be a criterion for selection, though applicants will be expected to apply for all state and federal aid for which they are eligible. Prospects will audition at the Fine Arts Competition in February and, based on the audition and interview, music faculty will select the winners.

What is the Scholarship Amount?

The scholarship (in combination with any federal or state gift aid) will provide a generous award to be applied toward tuition equivalent to the amount of the tuition at the time of matriculation. Currently the amount of the award is $33,900 per year, or a total award of $135,600. The award does not apply to room, board, fees, or expenses. The scholarship will be continued for the same amount in the sophomore, junior, and senior years, provided the recipients declare their intent to pursue a Bachelor of Music degree, remain on track in their major, and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA in coursework.

How do I Apply?

  1. Complete the necessary forms for Admission to Coe College.
    NOTE - While the registration deadline for Scholars Weekend has passed, Coe College remains committed to helping you explore additional scholarship options. Please submit the form below and one of our staff members will contact you if there are any scheduling conflicts. While we can not guarantee the availability of all interview areas, every effort will be made to accommodate your requests. We look forward to having you on campus.
  2. Complete the Marshall Scholarship application form.
  3. Submit a brief letter of support from a teacher or an administrator who can attest to your musical accomplishments and your potential to achieve.
  4. Submit music for a Coe-provided accompanist if needed.
  5. Perform an audition, complete a brief assessment of basic musicianship skills, and participate in an interview with a committee on the Coe College campus by February 15-16.
  6. Letter of support, and accompaniment (if using a Coe-provided accompanist) must be received by February 6.

Application for admission to Coe College should be completed online or mailed to:

Office of Admission
Coe College
1220 First Avenue, NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

The scholarship application form (below) may be submitted online or mailed to the following address. The letter of support and music for a Coe provided accompanist may also be mailed to the address below:

Marshall Scholarship Competition
Music Department
Coe College
1220 First Avenue, NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Or emailed to rbenson@coe.edu
Or faxed to 319-399-8209

Online Scholarship Application Form

(printable form)

Please contact the Admission Office for more information.

Phone: 319.399.8500
Toll Free: 877.CALL.COE
Email: O-Admissions@coe.edu