Music Application and Scholarships
Interested in pursuing a music major? The online Music Audition Application is required for new students who plan to major in music and also serves as the application for music scholarship consideration for all students, regardless of their major.
Application and Audition Process
Music is a dual admission program. Students must be admitted to both Northwestern and the Department of Music & Theatre in order to major in music. The University of Northwestern – St. Paul is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
2025–2026 Audition Days
- Saturday, November 15, 2025
- Monday, February 16, 2026 (Presidents’ Day)
- Saturday, February 21, 2026
1. Complete the Music Audition Application.
Click here to tell us about yourself and upload your performance videos. Use the Music Audition Repertoire guidance sheet to help you select or create recordings that will best showcase your musical strengths.
2. Watch for communication about the results of your application. If you are invited for an in-person audition, select your date and time slot.
3. Audition on campus.
- You may also choose to attend an Admissions event or Theatre production, as available. Indicate your interest when you schedule your audition.
- November 14 Creative Arts Visit Event: Attend a choir or band rehearsal, have dinner with music faculty, and attend a performance of the musical theatre production The Prince of Egypt before your audition on November 15.
- February 15 Icebreaker Admissions Event: Learn about UNW, have dinner with music faculty, and participate in a worship night before your audition on February 16.
- February 21 Musical Theatre Performance: Attend a matinee performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream after your audition on February 21.
After February 21, scholarship audition applications may be accepted on a rolling basis as funds allow.
We look forward to getting to know you as you take this next step in your college journey!
Questions?
Carla Meineke, Office Manager – Department of Music & Theatre
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: 651-631-5158
Toll-free: 888-878-5514
