The Lawrence Conservatory prepares you for the opportunities and challenges of our rapidly-changing world. With four degree options, integrate intellectual virtuosity with musical virtuosity in a supportive, creative community that will empower you to find your unique musical path. Lawrence’s 1,500 students come from nearly every state and 40 countries and share their light in an engaged—and engaging—community. Whether they choose to study in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences or the Conservatory of Music, both dedicated exclusively to undergraduate education, Lawrentians find a welcoming community of scholars and artists. And with one of the smallest student-faculty ratios in the country (7:1), they have unparalleled opportunities to collaborate closely with professors. We are committed to challenging and illuminating educational experiences that give students the knowledge and tools to identify their passion, find their light, and impact the world.

The Encore Scholarship is awarded to students who participate in Lutheran Summer Music and who demonstrate exceptional promise as musicians and community members. This scholarship celebrates the lasting impact of those formative experiences and encourages students to continue their musical journey at Lawrence. Like an encore performance, it represents both recognition of past achievement and enthusiastic anticipation of what comes next. Nomination by a participating Lawrence Conservatory faculty member and admission to the Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Musical Arts, or Dual Degree is required for consideration.