Faye and Richard Wood Award for Celtic Music Education

What you will need

• ✓ Enrollment in the first or second year of the Music Performance program
• ✓ Completion of supplemental questions regarding instrument choice
• ✓ Submission via Holland College's awards portal

About this award

You can receive a $500.00 grant for your studies. As a grant, this money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a musician specializing in the Celtic fiddle or violin. You must apply by November 1, 2026. When you apply, ask Holland College how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, a portal, or phone. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Holland College how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Holland College during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Holland College whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be enrolled in the first or second year of your studies in the Music Performance program at Holland College. First consideration will be given to those whose principle discipline is the Celtic fiddle. If no one meets that criteria, second consideration will be given to those whose principle discipline is violin.

This is what the award's official page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm on the award's official page before you apply.

• ✓ Open to post-secondary students
• ✓ Studying Music Performance

How to apply

1. 1

   Read the award's official page

   Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.

2. 2

   Submit your application

   Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

• Instrument ChoiceAvoid being vague about what you play. Instead, clearly state if your primary focus is the Celtic fiddle or the violin. Select the specific instrument you play in the supplemental questions.
• StrategyAvoid focusing only on technical skill. Instead, highlight your connection to Celtic music education. Mention any specific experience you have with traditional Celtic styles.
• RealismAvoid assuming this is a guaranteed fund. Instead, remember that priority is given to Celtic fiddle players first. If you play the violin, your chance depends on whether any Celtic fiddle players apply.

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