NPM is proud to announce that applications for the 2024-2025 academic scholarships are now being accepted. NPM scholarships assist with the cost of educational formation for pastoral musicians, and range from $500-$2,500.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must have an active NPM membership, either at Select, Select Plus, Religious, Clergy, Student, Standard, or Premium-level
- Part- or full-time enrollment in an undergraduate degree program during the 2024-2025 school year, or in a continuing education program
- Program of study must relate to the field of pastoral music
- Demonstrated financial need
- Applicant should intend to work at least two years in the field of pastoral music following graduation/program completion
- Scholarship funds may be applied only to registration, tuition, fees, or books
- Scholarships are awarded for one year only; a former recipient my re-apply but should not assume that renewal is automatic
Application Deadline and Decisions
- Application must be postmarked by April 30, 2024
- Applications will receive notice of the committee’s decision by May 31, 2024
- Awards will be presented in person during the NPM Annual Convention or via mail by August 31, 2024
