The Claremont Community School of Music is committed to making quality music instruction accessible to all interested students. Private and corporate donations, fundraisers, and grants enable us to offer financial aid to students who demonstrate need. Awards are based on family income and size and the number of students studying at CCSM. Assistance ranges from a 10% to 50% reduction in tuition. Other factors include the number of applicants in a given cycle, the amount of scholarship funds available, and teacher’s recommendation (after the 1st year). Only one instrument or class per student is considered.

The Financial Aid committee includes representatives from the faculty, staff, and Board of Directors. Recommendations must receive the approval of the Board of Directors. Awards do not consider ethnic origin, gender, or religious persuasion. Typically, awards go to families of four or more with adjusted gross income under $30,000. Applicants are reviewed at the beginning of Fall and Summer terms.

To apply for financial aid, the following is required:

Completed Financial Assistance Request - Download Form
Copy of Federal Income Tax Return, including all W-2’s, for the LAST fiscal year.
Student Registration Form for the applicable term - Online Form

Only applications containing all three forms listed above will be considered.