School of the Arts Auditions and Portfolios
Incoming students are invited to compete for talent-based scholarships in Art & Design, Theatre & Dance, and Music. Students may attend a School of the Arts Scholarship Event in person or virtually by registering below.
Please note that the Petrie School of Music requires students to audition at the undergraduate and graduate levels. All other departmental auditions and portfolio reviews for talent scholarships are optional. If you have questions, please contact Macey Atkins.
2023 School of the Arts Audition Dates

- Friday, January 20, 2023 (music only)
- Friday, February 24, 2023
- Friday, March 17, 2023
- Saturday, April 29, 2023
Audition and Portfolio Review Process

1. Complete your application for general admission to Converse.
2. Submit the audition/portfolio application above for the date you wish to attend.
3. Submit a teacher recommendation letter prior to your audition or portfolio review date. More details are listed on your audition application form.
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Undergraduate Admissions
Phone: 864.596.9040
Email: admissions@converse.edu
Office Hours
Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday - 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Evenings and weekends by appointment.
Graduate Admissions
Graduate Admission Office (MAT, MIM, MM, MEd, MLA, MMFT, EdD, EdS)
864.596.9040
graduate@converse.edu
MFA in Creative Writing
864.596.9111
rick.mulkey@converse.edu