FAQS

Prior to applying to the College of Music, all applicants must apply to UNT. The UNT application opens either July 1 or August 1 (depending on if you choose ApplyTexas.org or The Common App). The music application opens September 1 each year for the following academic year admission consideration.

Our faculty review studio space and ensemble needs in mid-September of each year to determine if spring applications will be accepted. Please email collegeofmusic@unt.edu in September to inquire about your specific area.

Yes, anyone interested in pursuing a music major at the undergraduate level must pass an audition on one of the areas we teach. Applicants to commercial music, electronics, and critical studies will submit a portfolio rather than audition.

Undergraduate applicants are given the opportunity to audition for up to two areas. You will select your primary area and the program in the application system and then list the secondary area within the application itself.

Yes! Undergraduate applicants can select their primary major and a secondary major (if applicable) within the music application.

Yes, it is possible to double-major both within and outside of the College of Music. However, it can be very difficult/time-consuming. We encourage you to speak with an advisor about your interests for additional details.

Yes, all applicants must submit the email address of the three people whom they wish to submit recommendations on their behalf through the music application.

We strongly encourage live auditions/interviews for all applicants, as the auditions consider applicants for both admission and music merit awards. Depending on your area, the faculty may approve a virtual audition/interview for those unable to audition live and who submit a video audition through the music application.

Yes, transcripts are required from all applicants and should be sent directly to UNT Admissions (not the College of Music).

Applicants are permitted two audition attempts only at that specific level (undergraduate, second bachelor's, graduate) for admission consideration. Only one audition attempt can occur per admission cycle.

Applicants are notified of their admision decision in mid-March each year through Acceptd messaging.

For applicants who requested a live audition/interview, we request completed recommendations one week prior to your requested day. For academic-specific degree applicants, recommendations should be completed prior to January 15th.

Screenings are the preliminary audition videos required for certain areas. They are submitted along with your application, and determine whether you will be invited to an in-person audition. The repertoire for screenings can be found under the respective listing in the undegraduate and graduate audition requirements page.

All applicants must meet the UNT ELP requirements for admission consideration.

Scholarship Questions:

Yes. Any applicant who receives a competitive UNT scholarship (music or academic) of $1,000 or more also receives a competitive scholarship waiver allowing them to pay the Texas tuition rates for the term of the scholarship. Please note these awards and the accompanying waiver are not given automatically to all students.

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