Many people believe that actors, singers, and musicians become successful because of luck or connections, but at the Phoenix Foundation we understand that it takes education and hard work in addition to talent.

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Phoenix Song Criteria:

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• Performing Arts Major (Instrumental or vocal performance, acting, dance, stagecraft or musical theater)

• Essay of no more than 500 words (See prompts below)

• Scholarship reference form completed by someone who can speak to your abilities in your field of study

• Read and submit signed terms and conditions page 

• Pursuing a performance degree at a four-year college or university

• 3.5 high school GPA or 3.0 college GPA

• Minimum of 10 credit hours per semester

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Essay Prompts:

• First time applicant prompt:

  • How do you think your participation in the performing arts positively impacts the lives of others?​

• Returning applicant prompt: 

  • In the past year, how have you stepped outside of your comfort zone to pursue your passion in the performing arts?​

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Additional Details:

• Music education does not qualify as a performing arts major

• Application should not include more than 3 references

• Spring disbursement is contingent on submission of completed fall course load and maintained GPA

• Scholarship due dates posted on home page

• Completed documents must be mailed to:

  • Phoenix Foundation of Central Florida P.O. Box 541868, Merritt Island, FL 32954

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