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Steve Popovich Scholarship Fund

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Steve Popovich, the late Cleveland International Records founder, played a monstrous role in the careers of artists ranging from Meat Loaf to Michael Jackson, and many more. In memory of Steve Popovich's lifetime of work and encouragement of young artists, the Steve Popovich Foundation created this scholarship to encourage young people to find their way in the music and recording arts industry.

Award $833.33

Deadline 27 February 2027

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Which collegeSteve Popovich Scholarship Fund - Cuyahoga Community College Scholarships
Who can applySteve Popovich, the late Cleveland International Records founder, played a monstrous role in the careers of artists ranging from Meat Loaf to Michael Jackson, and many more. In memory of Steve Popovich's lifetime of work and encouragement of young artists, the Steve Popovich Foundation created this scholarship to encourage young people to find their way in the music and recording arts industry.
Who can applySteve Popovich has been described as having "coal dust in his veins and kielbasa in his soul" for his blue collar integrity in discovering and promoting artists from polka legend Frank Yankovic to Bruce Springsteen, Johnny Cash, and Barbra Streisand. He started his career at CBS Records as the youngest ever head of Promotion at the age of 26. His storied career at multiple recording companies has impacted an enormous array of artists from almost every genre of music, winning Grammys and virtually every conceivable award in the business.
Who can applyOver the course of his career, Popovich encouraged aspiring singer/songwriters, musicians and producers to follow their dreams. His driving motto was "Be stubbornly passionate about your beliefs". This scholarship will continue his legacy by helping young individuals who are enrolled in a music program at Tri-C, to help support the music making of tomorrow.
Who can applyCriteria: • 2.5 GPA • Resident of Northeast Ohio • Majoring in Music or Recording Arts Technology • Applicants must submit an essay of 750 words or less that: o Describes the candidate's musical background and music education goals, and explain how the Steve Popovich Scholarship would help the candidate achieve these goals.

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Official source: https://tri-c.academicworks.com/opportunities/5330
Last checked by SCRN: 2026-10-11Verified null days ago
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Deadline: 27 February 2027
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Name: Steve Popovich Scholarship FundRead on 2026-10-11 from https://tri-c.academicworks.com/opportunities/5330
Provider: Cuyahoga Community College ScholarshipsRead on 2026-10-11 from https://tri-c.academicworks.com/opportunities/5330
What it provides: Steve Popovich, the late Cleveland International Records founder, played a monstrous role in the careers of artists ranging from Meat Loaf to Michael Jackson, and many more. In memory of Steve Popovich's lifetime of work and encouragement of young artists, the Steve Popovich Foundation created this scholarship to encourage young people to find their way in the music and recording arts industry. Steve Popovich has been described as having "coal dust in his veins and kielbasa in his soul" for his blue collar integrity in discovering and promoting artists from polka legend Frank Yankovic to Bruce Springsteen, Johnny Cash, and Barbra Streisand. He started his career at CBS Records as the youngest ever head of Promotion at the age of 26. His storied career at multiple recording companies has impacted an enormous array of artists from almost every genre of music, winning Grammys and virtually every conceivable award in the business. Over the course of his career, Popovich encouraged aspiring singer/songwriters, musicians and producers to follow their dreams. His driving motto was "Be stubbornly passionate about your beliefs". This scholarship will continue his legacy by helping young individuals who are enrolled in a music program at Tri-C, to help support the music making of tomorrow. Criteria: • 2.5 GPA • Resident of Northeast Ohio • Majoring in Music or Recording Arts Technology • Applicants must submit an essay of 750 words or less that: o Describes the candidate's musical background and music education goals, and explain how the Steve Popovich Scholarship would help the candidate achieve these goals.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://tri-c.academicworks.com/opportunities/5330
Amount: Award $833.33Read on 2026-10-11 from https://tri-c.academicworks.com/opportunities/5330
Deadline: Deadline 02/27/2027Read on 2026-10-11 from https://tri-c.academicworks.com/opportunities/5330
How to apply: You will be automatically considered based on your completed General Application. To complete the General Application, please sign in .Read on 2026-10-11 from https://tri-c.academicworks.com/opportunities/5330
Which college: Steve Popovich Scholarship Fund - Cuyahoga Community College ScholarshipsRead on 2026-10-11 from https://tri-c.academicworks.com/opportunities/5330
Who can apply: Steve Popovich, the late Cleveland International Records founder, played a monstrous role in the careers of artists ranging from Meat Loaf to Michael Jackson, and many more. In memory of Steve Popovich's lifetime of work and encouragement of young artists, the Steve Popovich Foundation created this scholarship to encourage young people to find their way in the music and recording arts industry.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://tri-c.academicworks.com/opportunities/5330
Who can apply: Steve Popovich has been described as having "coal dust in his veins and kielbasa in his soul" for his blue collar integrity in discovering and promoting artists from polka legend Frank Yankovic to Bruce Springsteen, Johnny Cash, and Barbra Streisand. He started his career at CBS Records as the youngest ever head of Promotion at the age of 26. His storied career at multiple recording companies has impacted an enormous array of artists from almost every genre of music, winning Grammys and virtually every conceivable award in the business.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://tri-c.academicworks.com/opportunities/5330
Who can apply: Over the course of his career, Popovich encouraged aspiring singer/songwriters, musicians and producers to follow their dreams. His driving motto was "Be stubbornly passionate about your beliefs". This scholarship will continue his legacy by helping young individuals who are enrolled in a music program at Tri-C, to help support the music making of tomorrow.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://tri-c.academicworks.com/opportunities/5330
Who can apply: Criteria: • 2.5 GPA • Resident of Northeast Ohio • Majoring in Music or Recording Arts Technology • Applicants must submit an essay of 750 words or less that: o Describes the candidate's musical background and music education goals, and explain how the Steve Popovich Scholarship would help the candidate achieve these goals.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://tri-c.academicworks.com/opportunities/5330

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