Composition/Theory Admissions
- New Freshmen
- New Transfer
- Illinois State Students
Applying to Illinois State
Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged for best consideration for your academic program and for scholarships. You will select your audition time within the application for admission. Start your application today!
Applying to the Program
- Complete your application for admission, including selecting an audition date—we'll email you with a confirmation for your audition.
- Refer to the suggested repertoire recommendations for each music studio to prepare for your audition. You may want to also contact the respective applied faculty member for further information about the audition.
- Visit your portal to upload:
- a letter of recommendation from a music professional
- a music resume
Applying to Illinois State
Applying early is encouraged to receive a decision by the end of the year, and for best consideration for your academic program and for scholarships. You will select your audition time within the application for admission.
Applying to the Program
- Complete your application for admission, including selecting an audition date—we'll email you with a confirmation for your audition.
- Refer to the suggested repertoire recommendations for each music studio to prepare for your audition. You may want to also contact the respective applied faculty member for further information about the audition.
- Visit your portal to upload:
- a letter of recommendation from a music professional
- a music resume
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If you are currently enrolled in a 4-year NASM (National Association of Music Schools) accredited institution, you must provide a completed Transfer Acknowledgement Form. Send the completed form to:
Undergraduate Music Admissions
Campus Box 5660, Illinois State University
Normal, IL 61790-5660
Minimum GPA
2.00
Middle 50% GPA
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Required Courses
None
Recommended Courses
- Music Theory I, II, III & IV
- Musicianship I, II, III & IV
- Group Instruction Piano I, II, III & IV
- Performance ensembles (choir, orchestra, or band), 4 semesters
- Private instruction on your primary instrument/voice part, 4 semesters)
Additional Information
FineArts.IllinoisState.edu/MusicAcademic Advising
Name | Office | Phone | |
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Christine Hansen | Julian Hall 66A | casmelt@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-7050 |
Middle 50% GPA
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Application Period
Applications are always accepted.
Application Information
Current students can use the Apply to Your Program tool on My.IllinoisState.edu.
Academic Advising
Name | Office | Phone | |
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Christine Hansen | Julian Hall 66A | casmelt@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-7050 |