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National Opera Association (NOA) - Argento Fellowships for Graduate Students in Vocal Performance and Music Composition

Information on the Argento Fellowships for graduate students in vocal performance and opera composition, including guidelines, application deadlines, and award details.

DeadlineOctober 1
Award amountUp to $50,000 per year
Last checkedJun 24, 2026
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Dominick Argento Fellowship for Opera Composition

Award for outstanding opera composition students, covering tuition and living expenses up to $50,000 annually. Applications due October 1, 2026.

Deadline
October 1, 2026
Award amount
Up to $50,000 per year
Eligibility
Completed undergraduate program or equivalent; Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA; Intend to enroll or be enrolled in a graduate degree in composition; Financial need of at least $5,000 per year; No residency or nationality requirements
Requirements
Completed application form; Audio file(s) and score(s) of original music for voice; PDF scores matching recordings; Academic transcript(s) for finalists; Documentation of unmet financial need for finalists
Application materials
Application form; Audio recordings; Scores (PDF format); Academic transcripts; Financial need documentation
How to apply
Complete and submit the application form by October 1, 2026; Provide audio file(s) and score(s) of original music for voice; Submit scores in PDF format that match the recordings exactly; Links to high quality audio and/or audio-visual recordings preferred
Important dates
Application deadline: October 1, 2026; Finalists notified: Early-December 2026; Recipient announced: End of December 2026; Proof of matriculation by: April 15, 2027; Funding begins: Spring 2027 or Fall 2027
Contact
National Opera Association

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