Undergraduate Application Information

1. University Application

All prospective students must submit an online application to Eastern Michigan University prior to auditioning for the school. Additionally, prospective students must be accepted by the University to be considered for a departmental scholarship.

International students, please visit International Admissions for additional information and support.

2. School of Music and Dance Application

All prospective music students must submit an Undergraduate Music Application to the School of Music and Dance at least seven days prior to the audition date. As part of this process, applicants will provide names and contact information for two recommenders.

3. Audition Day

The EMU School of Music & Dance will hold a special, late music audition day for the 2023-2024 academic year on Wednesday, May 10. People interested in auditioning are encouraged to apply to audition in-person. The auditions will be held in the morning of May 10th. The precise audition schedule for May 10th will be sent out to prospective students approximately one week before the audition day.  

Accompaniment will be provided for in-person vocal auditions. Accompaniment is not required for instrumental auditions. (Accompaniment for remote auditions (live or pre-recorded) is required for vocal auditions.)

2023-2024 Audition Dates

  • Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Music Theory

All incoming students will be required to take the Music Literacy Assessment or Music Theory Exam.  Exams will be scheduled near the beginning of the first semester of music study at EMU.  Students will be contacted with details.

Audition Results

Official audition results are determined by the director of the School of Music and Dance based on the recommendations of the music faculty and are mailed to the applicant, normally within ten business days of the audition.

Questions?

If you have questions concerning the Music and Dance application process, please contact Dr. Donald Babcock, admissions coordinator.

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