Working closely with your world-class faculty as a master-apprentice, you will gain the skills, technique and training needed to become poised and professional musician. 

Our transformative conservatory experience combines intensive individual study under artist mentors with a rich variety of performance opportunities every year, including collaborations with other UNCSA
arts schools.

Balancing health, time and artistic integrity is crucial here — our rigorous conservatory training is grounded in classical values while providing the
technical skill needed to become a
well-rounded musician. 

You will attend weekly master classes taught by distinguished guest artists and rehearse and perform in state-of-the-art facilities.

The UNCSA application has conservatory-specific deadlines in early fall and spring. Be sure to review the appropriate application deadline for your conservatory of interest. 

Visit uncsa.edu/admissions/apply.aspx to start the application process. Each of our five conservatories has its own admissions process and requirements, and our counselors are here to guide you and offer a personalized experience. 

Upload your required documents. These include your transcript, courses in progress, test scores, two letters of recommendation, artistic statement and resume.

If you meet the admissions criteria, you will be evaluated by faculty which may include an interview or audition as the final step in the process. We believe faculty assessment, auditions and interviews are the best ways to evaluate the true gifts and professional potential of young artists.