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Is UNCSA right for you?
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.
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.
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.
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)
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Nationally-Ranked Conservatories
Steps to Apply
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.
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.
Upload Documents
Upload your required documents. These include your transcript, courses in progress,
test scores, two letters of recommendation, artistic statement and resume.
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
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Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Nominations and Wins for Alumni
Video Showcase
Composed of five nationally-ranked, highly collaborative conservatories, our inspiration-filled
campus has provided some of the industry's most remarkable leaders. Learn more about the unique student experience at our arts conservatory.
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.
Alumnus
Isaac PowellBroadway Actor