The ASCAP Foundation Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Award (the “Award”) is offered every year, aimed at encouraging talented young jazz composers during the earliest stages of their careers. The ASCAP is a non-profit, private organization. The organization has awarded more than $200 million to different causes.
Under the program, the award is offered to 10 young jazz composers. Candidates participate in a national jazz competition afterward, and a jury decides the winners.
The Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Awards 2025 – Overview
| Application Open Date | November 7, 2025 |
| Application Deadline | December 1, 2025 |
| Eligible Grades | All |
| Amount | $20,000 |
| Award Winners | 10 |
| Areas of Study | Arts Jazz Composition Music |
| Country | United States |
| Apply Now | Click Here |
Eligibility:
Scholarship applicants will be evaluated on the following criteria:
- Age must be between 13 and 30 years.
- Must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or enrolled students who has a valid and current U.S. student visa.
Application Requirements:
Here’s what you must submit besides your application.
- Portfolio
- Special Project
How to apply:
- Visit the official website
- The ‘The Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Awards 2025’ application form page will open.
- Click on the ‘Start Application’ button.
- Fill out the online scholarship application form with the required details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Click on the ‘Submit’ button
- Your application is submitted.
Selection Criteria:
Submissions will be based on their overall artistry and the composition.
