Pursue your musical journey at Arizona! The UA School of Music brings together vibrant musical traditions, cultural perspectives, innovative creative practices, and rigorous artistic training to inspire new musical possibilities. Whether you’re a performer, composer, educator, scholar, or creator, join a community that will support you, challenge you to grow, and help you discover your place. Let’s imagine new musical futures together. Apply today!

Step 1: Choose your degree

Choose which degree (BA Music, BM Music Education, or BM Performance) you would like to pursue, from the Undergraduate Degrees page.

Step 2: Apply to UA

Apply to the University of Arizona and select your intended major. Students interested in the online-only option for the Bachelor of Arts in Music degree apply to the Arizona Online Campus.

• November 1, 2026 – Early Application Deadline for Fall 2027, for maximum scholarship consideration (First-Year students)
• December 1, 2026 – Regular Application Deadline for Spring 2027 (Transfer students)
• May 1, 2027 – Regular Application Deadline for Fall 2027 (First-Year students)
• June 1, 2027 – Regular Application Deadline for Fall 2027 (Transfer students)

Step 3: Lessons and Studio Placement

If you are applying for the BM in Performance or Music Education or if you are a BA Music student interested in lessons (with faculty approval), use this form to connect with studio faculty for placement into the correct level of lessons and for recommendations for scholarship funding through the School of Music. Scholarships are limited, so please connect as early as possible.

Final Step: Secure Your Spot in the Incoming Class

After applying and being accepted to UA, secure your spot by submitting your enrollment fee by the May 1, 2027 deadline for Fall admission.
After committing to UA, each incoming student meets virtually with an academic advisor to get registered for their first-semester classes at UA. Details about scheduling your meeting will be in your Next Steps Center. Welcome to the Wildcat family and the UA School of Music!

Questions?

Please contact our music admissions coordinator Christina Beasley with any questions about the undergraduate admission process.