Minerva Music Scholars represent excellence. Not only do they demonstrate some of the highest levels of music performance, but these students also possess outstanding qualities of leadership, creativity, innovation, dedication and discipline. There are up to four Minerva Music Scholars per entering class.

The Minerva Music Scholarships cover up to four years of in-state tuition.*

Minerva Music Scholars are selected through the general audition and scholarship process. There are no additional requirements, and eligibility is based is reserved for the finest auditioning students each year. Interested students (in-state, out-of-state, and international) must ensure that their application to the University and their request for music audition are submitted by the posted deadlines.

For further information or questions, contact Dr. Dennis AsKew (Director, School of Music; [email protected]).

*Minerva Scholars who are not residents of North Carolina will be awarded up to the cost of resident tuition.

Minerva Scholars receive special, unique opportunities from the school, ranging from representing the school in high-profile performances to organized luncheons. In addition, the Minerva Scholars are provided tickets and transportation to attend performances around the state. These concerts have recently included the North Carolina Symphony, Kronos Quartet, Philip Glass, Bavarian Radio Orchestra, and Ensemble Intercontemporain.