UNCSA

We promise this: You'll do what you love.

High School, Undergraduate and Graduate Levels

Discover UNCSA

Is UNCSA right for you?

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Campus Collaboration

Working in an interdisciplinary environment of dancers, actors, filmmakers, musicians and designers, you'll learn to collaborate as a professional – a critical skill to prepare you for a successful career. Every day, your fellow artists will challenge, encourage and push you to achieve more.

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Small Class Sizes

With our 7:1 faculty-student ratio, you'll work closely with skilled professionals, benefiting from their significant knowledge, as well as their industry connections. You'll intensely and rigorously pursue your art in an immersive environment in small classes, and your work will be professional-caliber.

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Renowned Faculty

Our faculty are accomplished artists who serve as dedicated mentors. You'll work closely with these experienced professionals and benefit from their significant industry connections.

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High School, Undergraduate & Graduate Programs

Degrees offered include high school diplomas, bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and post-master's professional artist certificates (music)

UNCSA Events at NCMEA 2024

Steps to Apply

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Review Deadlines

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. 

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Start Your Application

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. 

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Upload Documents
Upload your required documents. These include your transcript, courses in progress, test scores, two letters of recommendation, artistic statement and resume.
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Auditions & Interviews
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.
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Faculty members taught us how to develop as authentic and honest individuals. It's not just about having the right skills; it's about becoming your most authentic self.
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Isaac PowellBroadway Actor

Powering Creativity: The Campaign for UNCSA

UNCSA is building the future of the arts by educating the next generation of creative innovators. Composed of five nationally ranked, highly collaborative conservatories, our inspiration-filled campus has produced some of the industry's most remarkable leaders. With extraordinary accomplishments propelling us, we are poised to reach new heights. We will empower emerging artists who will shape the future of creativity. 

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