GRAMMY U drops college enrollment requirement, opens to anyone 18-29

GRAMMY U has dropped its college enrollment requirement and opened membership to anyone between the ages of 18 and 29.

Founded by the Recording Academy in 2006, Grammy U provides opportunities for emerging music industry professionals and creatives through programs, events, and networking opportunities. More than 32,000 have participated in the program to date.

“For many years, GRAMMY U has invested in the development of emerging young music creators and professionals by providing resources and a supportive ecosystem committed to helping them thrive in the music industry,” said CEO of the Recording Academy, Harvey Mason Jr. “With this expansion, GRAMMY U is ensuring that membership will be more inclusive and accessible for the next generation of music creators and professionals,” he continued. “No matter their career path.”

“As a student member of the first GRAMMY U membership class in 2006, I have had the opportunity to watch the program grow over the years and see the impact it’s made on the music community,” added Jessie Allen, the Senior Director at GRAMMY U. “With this new eligibility change, we are thrilled to support even more professionals and creators on their journey into the industry.”

Updated eligibility requirements

Option 1: Full-Time Student

Students must be currently enrolled in an accredited college, university, or trade school full-time (nine credits) and pursuing Associate, Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. degrees.
Option 2 (NEW): Professional / Creative, 18-29

Professionals or creatives between 18-29 years old pursuing a career in music.

Students between 18-29 years old studying at college part-time or taking any certificate course or program.

Bruce Houghton is the Founder and Editor of Hypebot, a Senior Advisor at Bandsintown, President of the Skyline Artists Agency, and a Berklee College Of Music professor.