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Undergraduate Programs
Application Period: November 1 - December 4, 2020

This is the process for applying to our undergraduate programs, which include:
– Music Performance BM
– Music Education BA
– Music Composition BA
– Global Jazz Studies BA
– Ethnomusicology BA
– Musicology BA
– Music History & Industry BA

Step 1: Complete the UC Application. Deadline: EXTENDED to December 4 at 11:59pm PST.

Step 2: Complete the School of Music Supplemental Application on Acceptd. Deadline: EXTENDED to December 7, 2020 at 11:59pm PST.

Graduate Programs
Deadline passed

The deadline for graduate applications for this cycle was December 1, 2020. If you are interested in applying next year, please explore our programs here and prepare to apply next year. The graduate application will open again in September 2021.

Questions about the application process?
While we are unable to take phone calls due to the pandemic, we are happy to set up Zoom calls or answer any questions via email.
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Applying to an undergraduate major or graduate program in the Music department?

Learn about the changes we have made to final round auditions in light of the pandemic.
Final round audition guide for the 2020-21 cycle