MTN Foundation/Muson Music Scholarship Program 2026/2027 for aspiring Musicians.

Application Deadline:  August 23, 2026

Applications are now open for the 21st Cohort of the MUSON/MTNF Music Scholars Programme, offering admission into the MUSON/MTNF Diploma Course in Music. The programme provides talented young musicians with the opportunity to receive professional music education at the prestigious MUSON School of Music in Lagos, Nigeria.

Since inception in 2006 and in partnership with the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON), the premium music school in Nigeria, MTN Foundation has been providing fully funded scholarships to talented young Nigerians annually to acquire an internationally recognized Diploma in Music.

Requirements

• The MTN MUSON Music Scholars Programme is open to eligible talented young Nigerians who wish to improve their skills in Music.
• Interested candidates should have the following eligibility criteria:
• Minimum academic qualification: General Certificate of Education (GCE) ordinary level or Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) with credits in five (5) subjects including English Language in not more than 2 sittings.
• Music Practical and Theory: Grade five (5) or higher pass certificate of the MUSON School of Music or any other music examining body recognized by the MUSON School such as MUSON, ABRSM or Trinity (London).
• Eligible Age criteria is 18–35 years.

Entrance Examinations & Auditions

Written Examination (Music Theory & General Knowledge)

• Date: Monday, 31 August 2026
• Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Practical Audition & Aural Interview

• Dates: Tuesday, 1 September – Wednesday, 2 September 2026
• Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. daily

Application Process

• Only complete applications will be considered.
• Successful applicants will receive examination numbers to participate in the entrance examinations, auditions, and interviews.
• Admission is based strictly on merit.

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