MTN Nigeria Foundation with the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON)MTN Nigeria Foundation with the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON)

Fully funded

MTN MUSON Music Scholars Programme

MTN Nigeria Foundation with the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON), Nigeria

Scholarship overview

The MTN MUSON Music Scholars Programme is run by the MTN Foundation with the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON). Since 2006 it has offered fully funded scholarships each year for an internationally recognised Diploma in Music, open to talented young Nigerians.

The 2026/2027 call is on the MTN Foundation page; the MUSON Diploma School page names the course the MTNF/MUSON Diploma Course.

Award Information

  • GCE O-Level or SSCE with credits in five subjects including English Language, obtained in no more than two sittings.
  • Grade 5 or higher pass in music theory and practical from MUSON or a recognised body such as ABRSM or Trinity College London.
  • Aged 18 to 35.
  • A valid JAMB result for the current admission cycle (MUSON Diploma School page).
  • Admitted students must meet programme requirements such as a minor instrument, passing Vocal Techniques (instrumentalists) and joining the choir.

The scholarship is described as fully funded. The pages do not itemise tuition, stipend or other costs.

For the 2026/2027 call, applications closed on 23 August 2026. MUSON says shortlisted applicants are notified by Wednesday 26 August 2026.

  1. Confirm you meet the minimum requirements.
  2. Apply through the Apply Now link on the MTN Foundation MUSON 2026 page, which points to the MUSON Diploma School application ("Get Started" link).
  3. Submit a complete application on time; incomplete or late applications are not accepted.
  4. Shortlisted candidates receive an examination number for the written exam, practical audition and interview.

MUSON Diploma School: [email protected], 08077607641 or 08028975944 (9AM-5PM).

Official links

Documents you will need

  • Evidence of O-Level/SSCE results (five credits including English).
  • Music Grade 5 or higher certificates (theory and practical).
  • Valid JAMB result.

Beyond these requirements, no document checklist is published.

How selection works

Selection includes a written examination, a practical audition and an interview, after which successful candidates are offered admission.

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