R. Don Cowan Music & Performing Arts Scholarship Grant

R. Don Cowan Music & Performing Arts Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: East Texas Communities Foundation
Amount: US $5,000
Last Updated: October 13, 2025

Summary

The R. Don Cowan Music & Performing Arts Scholarship, administered by the East Texas Communities Foundation, supports students pursuing studies in music and performing arts, including musical theater and dance. Applicants must be graduating seniors or current college students from Smith County, with no specific financial need requirement. This scholarship is available for one year and allows recipients to major in any subject while continuing their performing arts education.

Overview

Note: East Texas Communities Foundation has one general application that utilizes a matching tool that asks a series of questions and will match you to all the scholarships you qualify for (students majoring in visual arts, art history, music, music education, theater or dance should also use the Arts Matching Tool in addition to the General Matching Tool). Once you are “matched” you will need to read through the scholarship descriptions, double check you are eligible for the scholarship and complete the general application. You only need to fill out the application one time and it will pre-populate all the scholarships you qualify for. If an application has an additional essay or needs additional materials uploaded (FASFA, acceptance letter, etc.) you will be directed to those sections on the individual application. Scholarships East Texas Communities Foundation administers a variety of scholarships that have been established by generous individuals to assist students with their educational pursuits. Each scholarship expresses a deep belief in the power of education to help young people achieve their dreams. R. Don Cowan Music & Performing Arts Scholarship R. Don Cowan was a founder of Tyler-based TCA Cable. He and his wife, Frances, appreciated and enjoyed music. They were strong supporters of the arts in Tyler. This scholarship will be awarded to students pursuing music and performing arts studies (music, musical theater, and dance). Students may major in any subject.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. College Attending: Any in the United StatesSchool Status: Graduating seniorCurrent college studentMajor/Field of Study:Recipient may major in any subject, and must continue to pursue studies in music or performing arts.Financial Need Considered (FASFA required): not consideredLength of Support:This scholarship will be awarded for one year only. Past recipients and past applicants may reapply if they meet the criteria for the scholarship.Special Requirements:Must be a graduating senior from Smith County pursuing music or performing arts studies (music, musical theater, and dance)County/High School:Smith CountyGPA:3.00Can I receive more than one scholarship?Yes. Each scholarship committee is different and selects the best candidates within the pool of applicants available to them.If you are a strong candidate, it is possible you will be selected for multiple awards.May homeschool students apply?Homeschool students may apply as private school students, assuming they meet all other eligibility criteria.Scholarships can be used for tuition & fees, room & board, and/or books & supplies.All payments are made to the college or university.