California State University is offering a two-week, collegiate level Ballet Folklorico and Mariachi training course this summer in Fresno, California, and winners of the 2022 Mariachi Extravaganza, will each receive a $1,000 enrollment scholarship to attend!!!
Scholarships are available for the top three songwriters, every member of the top high school and college/university mariachi groups and all winners of the high school and college/university vocal competitions. Official letters of invitation to enroll have been distributed to all winners, however, all Mariachi Extravaganza participants are encouraged to apply.
Here are some questions you may have about the application process:
Who will provide the instruction?
Jimmy Cuellar, Gustavo Hernandez, Cynthia Contreras-Castillo, Dr. Donald Henriques, Kareli Montoya and Dr. Victor Torres. Read more about these instructors here.
What is the deadline to apply?
May 22, 2023
What is the minimum age to participate?
All Summer Arts attendees must be 16 or older to attend the program.
Where would I live during the two week camp?
On campus in the dorms. This is also where the maestros/instructors will live so participants and instructors will be located in the same area. More housing information can be found here.
Is the application process extensive?
No. It’s super easy.
What is the total estimated cost for out of state participates?
Out of state tuition is about $3,000 and housing is about another $780.
Applicants are also encouraged to apply for additional aid, because additional assistance is available to help cover out-of-state tuition. The application process to apply for this additional assistance is also fairly simple. Fee information is listed here.
Where will the camp be held?
It’s in Fresno, California, on the Fresno State campus:
Fresno State
5241 North Maple Ave.
Fresno, CA 93740
Where do I apply?
Click here to apply.
For additional information, please contact Joanne Sharp, Assistant at jsharp@calstate.edu or 562-951-4065 and be sure to check out their social media platforms:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/csusummerarts/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSUSummerArts
Twitter: https://twitter.com/csusummerarts
Thanks to Joanne Sharp and her team at California State University for reaching out to Mariachi Extravaganza participants and for your generosity in offering scholarships to competition winners! Congratulations to Mariachi Extravaganza competition winners for being awarded this additional scholarship opportunity!!!
