For the academic year 2025/2026 non-EU students of music subjects at BA and MA levels can apply for a small number of targeted EAMT scholarships covering either 25% or in exceptional cases 50% of the annual tuition fee. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of a competition.

A scholarship is awarded for one academic year. The scholarships are not paid to applicants directly, but their tuition fee obligation is reduced by the amount of the scholarship. The tuition fee reduction is applied to the spring semester invoice according to the received scholarship amount.

A student may apply for a targeted scholarship if he/she:

• is studying a music major and is enrolled in bachelor’s or master’s studies;
• has a country of origin from outside the European Union and has to pay the tuition fee for non-EU students;
• is a first-year student whose entrance examination result was at least 9 points;
• is a second- or third-year student whose last main subject examination result was at minimum “very good”;
• is studying full-time and completing the curriculum in full (cumulatively at least 30 ECTS credits per semester);
• is not on academic leave;

The allocation of the scholarships for the academic year 2025/2026 will take place based on the applicants’ submitted audition materials.

• Classical Music Performance (all majors), Jazz, and Contemporary Improvisation majors must present video recordings for the audition. Choral and Orchestral Conducting majors must present video recordings and may additionally present a portfolio.

The audition requires the presentation of a recording of a performance without cuts or edits of a programme lasting a maximum of 15 minutes and including at least two pieces for Classical Music Performance and Jazz majors and 2–3 solo and ensemble improvisations for students of Contemporary Improvisation.

• Composition and Music Technology majors must present a portfolio for the audition. The portfolio must include a list of activities in their subject fields, scores, recordings, etc. from the last 2 years.
• Contemporary Performance and Composition (CoPeCo) majors must present a portfolio for the audition. The portfolio must include a list of presented works appropriate to their studies from the last 2 years.

NB! EAMT will not provide separate recording sessions for the purpose of this audition but we offer some suggestions on preparing performance videos.

The recording quality on most modern smartphones is generally very good.
It is easy to make simple video recordings using built-in apps.
They do not generate fan noise.
They can be placed easily on music stands, etc.
You are welcome to use additional equipment, such as external mics, audio interfaces, computer software, etc if you have the expertise to create good results with them.
Small placement changes can have a significant effect, especially at the close distances required by small rooms. Try to identify the optimal setup for the recording or ask a friend to help with the assessment. Brass instruments – perform off-axis to your recording device to avoid wind blasts overpowering the microphone.

Please read carefully the eligibility and audition requirements listed above. In case you are sure that you qualify, please submit your application here, the deadline is Wednesday, 15 October, at 23:59.

NB! Please upload your video files to YouTube or Vimeo and include the link in the online application form. Please upload your portfolio files via the online application form.

The competition committee will consist of the vice-rector for artistic affairs and international relations, the chief coordinators of the departments, and heads of studies of each major.

Should you have any further questions regarding the scholarships or application procedure, please don’t hesitate to contact the EAMT international students’ advisor Liina Deutschler: liina.deutschler@eamt.ee.