Artist Diploma Applicant Checklist
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Important things to know
- Artist Diploma applications for Fall 2025 opens September 1, 2024.
- Piano applicants: Deadline is December 1, 2024.
- All other applicants: Deadline is February 15, 2025.
- Auditions are required. Admission is granted only with faculty recommendation and School of Music Director’s approval.
Applicant Checklist
Complete the School of Music Application.
As part of your application, the following items are required:
- Pre-screening Video: Submit a video performance for review.
- Personal Statement: A one-page statement about your musical experience, vocational goals and how TCU’s program will help you achieve them.
- CV/Resume: Include performances, compositions, publications and other musical accomplishments.
- Three Letters of Reference: Provide the names and emails of three individuals qualified to assess your musical achievement, teaching/professional experience and potential for success.
- Transcripts: Submit unofficial transcripts of all colleges attended. An English translation
of all international transcripts is required. DO NOT mail official transcript at this
time. The School of Music does not require official transcripts unless you are admitted
or are requesting an exemption to International English Proficiency Scores
- Transcripts/Graduation Certificates may be sent in an electronic format using a service such as National Student Clearinghouse.
- Preferred method for all official transcripts is electronic sent via an official electronic transcript service from each issuing institution directly to tcugradstudies@tcu.edu
- International Applicants: Submit a TOEFL or English proficiency exam score. Applicants scoring below 75 on the TOEFL must interview with a faculty committee, either in person or via Zoom/Skype, as part of the admissions process.
You will be notified if you advance to the audition round.
In-Person Audition Dates:
- Saturday, Jan. 25
- Saturday, Feb. 1
- Saturday, Feb. 8
Virtual Audition Dates:
- Arranged with the Coordinator of Admissions.
If you have additional questions, contact:
Kayla Maciel