Does Music Extra Curriculars Impact Grad School Scholarships/Aid?

[metalrose]

Do professional and recognized qualifications in extra curricular activities like music have any affect on scholarships/aid when applying for a Ph.D. in grad. school?

I know Ph.D. is a far serious business and extra curriculars may not be that important, but achievements in such activities do matter for undergrad. admissions.

Do they matter to any extent in grad. school too?

 

[Choppy]

Generally no. Extra-cirricular activies that do not relate to your proposed field of study are given very little, if any weight, in the graduate school admissions process.

That being said, there are a lot of memorial-like scholarships out there granted to "the top graduate student in his or her second year, who has completed grade 8 piano and flies hang-gliders."

 

[TMFKAN64]

I would have been much more definite that they have absolutely no influence whatsoever, but I have to admit that Choppy has a point about targetted scholarships.

But other than that, if anything, proficiency in music means that you are going to want time out of the lab to practice...

 

[twofish-quant]

Do professional and recognized qualifications in extra curricular activities like music have any affect on scholarships/aid when applying for a Ph.D. in grad. school?

Funding for graduate school is very field dependent. For physics and math Ph.D. programs, every graduate school that I know of will fund you with research/teaching assistance.

I know Ph.D. is a far serious business and extra curriculars may not be that important, but achievements in such activities do matter for undergrad. admissions. Do they matter to any extent in grad. school too?

Not really for science and math. Other fields have wildly different funding structures.

 

[Matrix0]

I can say that while music extra curriculars may not directly impact scholarships or aid for a Ph.D. program, they can still play a role in the overall application process. Admissions committees often look for well-rounded candidates who have a diverse range of experiences and skills, and participation in extra curricular activities such as music can demonstrate this. Additionally, having professional and recognized qualifications in music can showcase dedication, discipline, and time management skills, which are all important qualities for success in a Ph.D. program. While these qualifications may not be the determining factor in receiving scholarships or aid, they can certainly add value to an application and make a candidate stand out among other applicants. Ultimately, the most important factor in receiving scholarships or aid for a Ph.D. program is the strength of the applicant's academic record and research potential. However, participation in music extra curriculars can certainly enhance an applicant's overall profile and demonstrate a well-rounded and dedicated individual.