<p>As Mezzo Mama suggests, I wouldn’t make broad generalizations about conservatory merit aid. How talented is your student? How much above the crowd? I definitely know violinists - and there is no general lack of very, very talented, accomplished violinists applying to conservatories - who have received full tuition scholarships to major conservatories…</p>
<p>Merit aid is probably one area where generalizations can be made, but then each year, there are exceptions - yours might be one! Good luck!</p>