About this opportunity
Applications are now open for the 21st Cohort of the MTN Foundation (MTNF) and Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON) Music Scholars Programme, offering talented young Nigerians the opportunity to earn a fully funded, internationally recognised Diploma in Music at the prestigious MUSON School of Music in Lagos. Since its launch in 2006, the programme has empowered aspiring musicians through a partnership between the MTN Foundation and the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON), providing world-class music education and professional training at no cost to selected scholars.
Eligibility
Applicants must: Be Nigerian citizens aged 18–35 years . Possess a General Certificate of Education (GCE) Ordinary Level or Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) with credits in five (5) subjects , including English Language , obtained in not more than two sittings.
Hold a Grade 5 or higher certificate in Music Theory and Practical from the MUSON School of Music or another recognised examination body such as ABRSM or Trinity College London . Entrance Examination and Audition Applicants will undergo the following
Selection process
Written Examination (Music Theory and General Knowledge) Date: Monday, 31 August 2026 Time: 10:00 a. m.
– 4:00 p. m.
Practical Audition and Aural Interview Dates: Tuesday, 1 September – Wednesday, 2 September 2026 Time: 10:00 a. m.
– 4:00 p. m.
daily Scholarship Benefits Successful applicants will receive: Fully funded tuition for the MUSON Diploma in Music Professional music education at the MUSON School of Music Internationally recognised Diploma in Music Training from experienced music professionals and instructors Opportunities to develop practical and theoretical music skills A pathway to careers in music performance, education, and the creative industry
Application steps
Submit a complete application through the official portal. Shortlisted applicants will receive examination numbers for the written test, auditions, and interviews.
Admission into the programme is strictly based on merit.
Application steps
Interested and eligible applicants should apply through the official MTN Foundation application portal before the
Application timeline
Apply here: https://www. mtn.
ng/foundation/muson2026/
Who can apply
- Eligibility Criteria Applicants must: Be Nigerian citizens aged 18–35 years
Sources and verification
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