$10,000 Music Forward and Live Nation Scholarships Due 3/31

Background: Music Forward and Live Nation are partnering to award $10,000 scholarships to outstanding college students pursuing careers in the music industry. Established in 2016, this is one of the few scholarship programs specifically designed to support students interested in the core aspects of the concert business, including: concert promotion, venue operation, ticketing, sponsorship, e-commerce and artist management. See a description of available scholarships below, and click the links for eligibility and application details for each.

Application: Students can apply here by March 31st. Be sure to read the guidelines on applying to more than one scholarship. Application recommendations must be received by April 8th.

Live Nation Scholarship: Supports students pursuing careers in the five core areas of the Live Nation business: concert and venue promotion; sponsorship and advertising; ticketing; e-commerce; and artist management. Learn more.

Steven J. Finkel Scholarship: Established to support the ever-growing customer service expectations of fans, artists and employees within the live entertainment industry. Learn more.

Tiffany Green Operator Scholarship: Established to support women pursuing a career in live entertainment. Fields of study may include but are not limited to: live event operations, production, music engineering and/or other related fields. Learn more.

David E. Ballard Scholarship: Established in the memory of David E. Ballard, with the support of the Living Legacy Foundation, this $10,000 scholarship supports youth who have experienced homelessness and/or been part of the foster care system pursuing a career in live entertainment. Fields of study may include but are not limited to live event operations, production, music engineering, music business management, customer service, hospitality and/or other related fields. Learn more.