Performance Certificate Admissions

PLEASE NOTE: The Music Performance Certificate program is not eligible for GE opportunities or federal financial aid. 

Step 1: Read These Important Notices
Step 2: Complete An Application
Step 3: Transcripts
Step 4: English Language Requirement

STEP 1: CAREFULLY REVIEW THE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR DEGREE PROGRAM 

PLEASE NOTE: All students admitted to a graduate music program at the University of Oregon must possess the equivalent of a baccalaureate degree. Students accepted without an undergraduate degree in music can sometimes be admitted, however, previous coursework will be audited and the student may be required to complete additional undergraduate music courses. This can extend the length of the time needed to complete the degree and increase costs. 

Music Performance Certificate Requirements 

The following must be attached when submitting the Application for Graduate Admission:

  1. Academic History
  2. Repertoire list
  3. Audition: Please review the Graduate Audition Requirements for current audition requirements and procedures. Note that any student admitted on the basis of a recorded performance must perform a placement audition upon arrival on campus to begin studies. 

Voice and piano applicants must submit a pre-screen audition recording by December 10. This recording should be uploaded to Application for Graduate Admission. Please review the Graduate Audition Requirements for details.

Certificate Requirements

STEP 2: COMPLETE AN APPLICATION 

Submit an online University of Oregon application for graduate admission and a non-refundable application fee: $70 domestic applicants; $90 (USD) international applicants.  

Performance Certificate Application

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STEP 3: SEND YOUR TRANSCRIPTS 

Please see Official Transcript Requirements for information on how to submit transcripts.

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STEP 4: ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS (INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS) 

Non-native English Speakers must fulfill the English language proficiency requirement. Details on how to satisfy these requirements can be found here: English Language Proficiency Requirement for International Applicants.

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