Music Biz Member Sony Music Group Launches Global Scholars Programme for College Students

Music Biz Member Sony Music Group has announced the launch of the Sony Music Group Global Scholars Programme, offering support to college students in the 2022-2023 academic school year. In this new program, the company will provide scholarships to up to 50 students from diverse backgrounds enrolled in music and music business-related fields at accredited colleges and universities. The company will equip accepted students with enrichment programs that will include instruction and support for university assignments, events and webinars to connect students with industry experts at SMG. 

“We look forward to awarding these scholarships to an incredible group of recipients that have excelled academically and exude a passion for music,” said Sony Music Group’s EVP of Philanthropy and Social Impact, Towalame Austin. “Through the power of education, this signature programme will provide opportunities for the music industry’s next generation of global leaders to bring diverse perspectives to corporations, artists, songwriters and composers.”

The Sony Music Group Global Scholars Programme is now accepting applications for the 2022-2023 academic year. Click here to read more from Music Week.