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Scholarships in Music

UM Music offers substantial scholarships for music majors through an initiative called Music Major Advantage. Non music major scholarships are also awarded based on ensemble participation.

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What is Music Major Advantage?

The Music Major Advantage (MMA) is an initiative to give incoming music majors the largest scholarship package possible. Through MMA, the department aggregates scholarships and financial awards from across campus and adds funding from all areas of the Department of Music, including ensembles, to make one competitive package offer: the Music Major Advantage.

Since 2020, we have been awarding a record number of packages representing full tuition with smaller scholarships also available. Exact funding amounts vary from student to student as each MMA scholarship package is individually tailored. MMA scholarships are available to both undergraduate and graduate music students.

All students must be admitted to the University of Mississippi to be considered for scholarships.

 

Music Major Advantage Visit & Audition Dates

  • Friday, October 10, 2025
  • Friday, February 6, 2026

During the MMA visit day students will have the opportunity to tour campus, learn about music degree programs, potential careers, meet with current students and faculty, experience ensembles, and attend classes.

Join Us for Music Major Advantage Day

October 10, 2025 tentative MMA Day Schedule. Auditions will take place throughout the day. Prospective students are encouraged to join the sessions that best fit their schedules and align with their interests.

9:00-9:50am Meet Music | Information Meeting & Recital in the Choir Room. Learn more about UM Music, connect with current students, and enjoy a short student performance.

10:00 - 10:50am: Attend a Class
• MUS 422 – Managing the Music Classroom (Rm. 148)
• MUS 103 – Introduction to Music Literature (Rm. 156)
• MUS 105 – Theory I (Rm. 153)

11:00am - 11:45am: Lunch | Lunch in the Union with Student Ambassadors

12:00 - 12:50: Attend Rehearsals 
• The Mississippians Jazz Ensemble (Nutt Auditorium)
• University Chorus (Choir Room)

1:00 - 1:50pm: Attend Rehearsals 
    
2:00 - 2:45pm: Behind the Scenes | Tour the Gertrude C. Ford Center

4:00 - 6:00pm: Pride of the South Rehearsal. Conclude your University of Mississippi Music experience by attending a Pride of the South Marching Band rehearsal on the band field.

Register for MMA Day

Music Major Advantage Day

Visit the Music Department during a Music Major Advantage Day to explore the University of Mississippi Department of Music, take the opportunity to audition for scholarships, have a conversation with music students, attend classes, converse with faculty, experience ensembles, enjoy a performance, tour campus, and visit the Ford Center! Anyone who wants to explore the Music Department is welcome to attend, but auditions must be scheduled ahead of time.
Schedule an Audition

Begin Your Journey Here

Entering Freshmen, Transfer, and Graduate Students should follow these steps to be considered for a Music Major Advantage package from the Department of Music.

1. Apply to Ole Miss

Submit your application for admission to the University of Mississippi.

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2. Apply for Music Scholarships

In addition to academic scholarships through the university, the Music Department offers scholarships through Music Major advantage and ensemble participation. 

Scholarship Application

3. Audition

Schedule an in-person audition or submit a video.

Auditions

Ensemble Participation

Scholarships are available for music majors and non music majors through participation in ensembles.
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