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# GRAMMY U drops college enrollment requirement, opens to anyone 18-29
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- Published: 2023-08-17T14:43:00.000Z
- Updated: 2023-08-17T19:35:34.000Z
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- Author: Bruce Houghton
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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.

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“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](https://www.hypebot.com/), a Senior Advisor at [Bandsintown](https://www.bandsintown.com/?ref=hypebot.com), President of the[ Skyline Artists Agency](https://skylineonline.com/?ref=hypebot.com), and a [Berklee College Of Music](https://online.berklee.edu/courses/touring-101?ref=hypebot.com) professor.*