Apply Now for Music Education Scholarships for the 2026–27 Academic Year
J.W. Pepper is celebrating 150 years of supporting music education by continuing to build on the J.W. Pepper 150th Anniversary Scholarship Program. This program will provide $30,000 in scholarships to help future music educators turn their passion for music into a career. Three $10,000 awards are available to qualifying students residing in the U.S. and U.S. territories.
Each scholarship recipient must enter their first year as a full-time student in the fall semester of 2026 with a major in music education. As Pepper commemorates our rich 150-year legacy, we invite students who want to pass on the love of music to future generations to participate in this extraordinary scholarship opportunity. Additional information is available at jwpepper.com/scholarships. Scholarship applications will be accepted through February 3, 2026.
According to CEO Glenn Burtch, “It’s inspiring to see young people want to share their talents in a career that means so much to people. By becoming music teachers, these students will play an important role in making our schools and communities a better place to be.”
