At UIC, we are interested in the musical backgrounds and passions you can bring to our program as well as the extent of your formal training, whatever that may be. We recognize that there are many paths to music study.

Auditions/interviews are required for entrance into all music degree programs. Audition requirements differ by degree and musical background. Please click on a link below to view audition requirements for each degree.

• Bachelor of Music (BM) Classical

• Bachelor of Music (BM) Jazz Studies

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Music

  • BA in Music with a Classical Background

  • BA in Music with a Jazz Background

  • BA in Music with a Digital Music Background

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Music Business

  • BA in Music Business with a Classical Background

  • BA in Music Business with a Jazz Background

  • BA in Music Business with a Digital Music Background

SPRING 2020 AND FALL 2021 AUDITION INSTRUCTIONS 

Due to the current situation with Covid-19, we will not be holidng any in-person auditions. All Spring 2020 and Fall 2021applicants should submit their recorded audition materials via the portfolio option on the application status page. 

After you submit your application, you will receive an email that provides instructions on how to submit your recorded audition materials. If you have any questions about this process, please email Ben Kenis. 

Music Ensemble Auditions