Admission to the Music Major

Begin by completing our Slideroom Application. Admission to the Music major requires an audition.

Early Decision and Early Action candidates: submit your audition by video at the time of application to AU.  You will be notified of your admit status into the Music Program along with the University's decision. 

Regular Decision candidates have two options: (1) submit your audition by video prior to the University’s application deadline, or (2) audition live (in person or via Zoom) on February 7, 2026.  You will be notified of your admit status into the Music Program along with the University's decision. 

Please prepare about 10 minutes of music. Select pieces that best represent your abilities. We welcome a broad range of approaches and styles. Auditions may be performed with or without accompaniment. If you are a composer, upload your music to Slideroom.

All auditionees will be automatically considered for merit scholarships. Most scholarships are renewable for up to four years provided the terms of the award are met each semester.

Questions? Please contact us at musicauditions@american.edu.