Scholarship Overview
The Mockingbird Foundation has partnered with the Vermont Student Assistance Corp. (VSAC) to establish The Mockingbird Foundation Music Scholarship. Created in 1996 by devoted Phish fans, the foundation is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to raising funds for children's music education. Funded entirely by the fan community, this scholarship initiative supports Vermont students who wish to pursue an undergraduate degree in music or music education. The band Phish originally began in 1983 with four students at the University of Vermont. Although the foundation operates completely independent of the band and its management, fans established this opportunity to help local students carry music education into classrooms and communities.
Who Can Apply
To qualify for this funding, candidates must meet all of the following eligibility requirements:
- Be a Vermont student pursuing an undergraduate degree in music or music education.
- Be a current college student in their sophomore, junior, or senior year.
- Be enrolled on at least a three-quarter time basis.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Exemplify the core values of the foundation, including commitment to excellence, innovation, academic achievement, and service to others.
Benefits
The total award amount and the number of scholarships available are determined on an annual basis. Specific application deadlines are not specified in the source; please check the official notice.
How to Apply
Applications for this scholarship are currently open. Successful candidates are chosen based on their academic achievement, financial need, recommendation letters, and essays. To complete the application process, students must provide:
- VSAC's Unified Scholarship Application
- A completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- A personal essay
- An official transcript
- A letter of recommendation from a person who is not a relative
- A letter of recommendation detailing community service involvement
Source: fully funded scholarships 2026 - BingNews · Published October 01, 2026
Always confirm deadlines and eligibility on the official scholarship website.