Step 1 – Application
Complete your online application.
Step 2 – Auditions
You’ll need to complete an audition to be admitted to the Petrie School of Music.
First, complete the Petrie School of Music Graduate Audition Application at least two weeks prior to your proposed audition date.
Audition Requirements: The audition should be a minimum of twenty minutes in length and demonstrate at least two style periods. Memory is required in piano, strings, and voice (except oratorio).
Students unable to audition in person may submit a video audition via Acceptd.
Step 3 – Transcripts
Send your transcripts using one of the credit evaluation agencies below. If you have started or completed a bachelor’s degree, you’ll need to send transcripts from each college you have attended.
World Education Services (WES)
Submit a Course-by-Course report.
Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE)
Submit a Course-by-Course evaluation.
Step 4 – Language Test Scores
Please submit your TOEFL or IELTS scores.
TOEFL Requirement: 68
IELTS: 5.5-6
Step 5 – Declaration of Finances
You’ll need to submit proof of financial means to study in the United States by completing the Declaration of Certification of Finances Form. Financial verification for international students is required to issue the immigration document (I-20).
Declaration of Certification of Finances Form
Step 6 – Health Insurance
Health and accident insurance are a requirement for international students. You’ll need to show proof of insurance prior to enrolling.
Step 7 – Housing Application
If you would like to stay on campus, please complete the Graduate Housing Application.
Step 8 – Pay Tuition and Fees
All international students are required to pay the appropriate portion of the total prior to the start of each semester. After you are admitted, the Office of Admission will go over your next steps for payment. A $100 deposit will be required.