ASCAP Foundation Leiber and Stoller Scholarship for Songwriters

Direct application

$10,000
1 winner

Eligibility

Major
Visual Performing Arts
Education level
Undergraduate

About this scholarship

High school seniors or recent graduates accepted to an accredited college or university who plan to major in music and pursue careers as songwriters, musicians, instrumentalists, or vocalists may apply.

The ASCAP Foundation awards $10,000 paid over four years directly to your school toward tuition.

Complete the online application, upload an MP3 of your submitted song with a lyric sheet, and provide parental consent and photo ID if under 18.

The scholarship was established by legendary songwriters Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller to support the next generation of musical talent.

Essay question

What else to submit

  • Original song submitted as an MP3
  • Lyric sheet for the submitted song
  • Photo ID
  • Signed parental consent form if under age 18
  • Signed parental consent form (if under 18)
  • Photo ID
  • MP3 file of the song
  • Lyric sheet for the submitted song
  • Complete the online application.
  • The $10,000 award is paid over four years directly to the recipient's school toward tuition.