The John Alati Scholarship for Musical Arts
UNICO Foundation, Inc.
About
A one-time scholarship for a graduating high school senior pursuing a degree in the Musical Arts (performing voice, dance, or instrumental performance). The award is $2,000 to be used toward full-time, campus-based college/university study in the United States for the 2027-2028 academic year. Applicants must meet UNICO national eligibility requirements and the scholarship’s specific criteria.
The UNICO National mission is to promote the image of Italian Americans along with Italian heritage and culture by supporting charitable, scientific, cultural, educational, and literary projects.
Who can apply
Have a minimum grade point average of 3.5
“Have a minimum grade point average of 3.5”
Be a high school senior
“Be a high school senior at any public or private secondary school”
Will pursue full-time college study in the 2027-2028 academic year
“will be attending, full-time, an accredited campus-based college/university in the United States, pursuing a degree in the Musical Arts”
Be a United States citizen
“Be a United States citizen.”
Reside in or have a UNICO Chapter/District sponsor from one of the listed states
“Applicants must reside in or have a UNICO Chapter/District sponsor from one of the following states: California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, or Wisconsin.”
Preference given to applicants of Italian heritage · preferred
“All are encouraged to apply, however those of Italian heritage will be given first preference.”
Online degree programs are not eligible
“Online degree programs are not eligible for UNICO scholarships.”