How to Apply

How to Apply for the National Scholarship

Students interested in applying for the Mu Beta Psi National Scholarship should review the eligibility requirements before submitting an application.

Application Process

1. Review Eligibility Requirements

Confirm that you attend an eligible institution, meet the minimum GPA requirement, and demonstrate involvement in musical activities and service.

2. Complete the Online Application

Submit the Mu Beta Psi National Scholarship Application using the online form.

The application requests your contact information, academic background, musical involvement, service to music, and plans for future musical participation.

3. Submit Optional Letters of Recommendation

Applicants may submit up to three optional letters of recommendation.

Letters must be submitted as PDF, DOC, or DOCX attachments, with each file no larger than 1 MB.

After submitting the application, you will receive a confirmation email containing your unique application ID. To submit recommendation letters, reply to that email with the letters attached, keeping the application ID in the email subject.

4. Application Review

Applications are reviewed by the National Scholarship Program following the application deadline.

Applicants selected for scholarship awards will be contacted using the information provided in their applications.

Application Timeline

The Mu Beta Psi National Scholarship Program follows an annual application and selection cycle.

Application Period

September 15 – April 1

Applications are accepted beginning September 15 and must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on April 1.

Late applications are not accepted.

Application Review and Recipient Notification

Following the application deadline, the National Scholarship Management Committee reviews submitted applications and selects scholarship recipients.

Applicants will be notified of the committee's decisions after the selection process is complete.

Scholarship Distribution

Scholarship awards are traditionally distributed by August 1.

Applicants should ensure their contact information remains accurate throughout the application and selection process.