Admissions

Begin the Process

Interested in becoming a music student at Biola University? Start the admissions process today by following the steps below. Read all instructions carefully, and please contact our team with any questions.
 

1. Apply to Biola University

   Review Biola’s general admissions requirements and submit your application today.

2. Apply to the Conservatory of Music

   Submit your Conservatory of Music application, including details on your audition pieces.

3. Submit two references as a part of your application

   Fill out the reference request form, and our office will send your two contacts a form to complete their reference.

4. Complete an audition with the Conservatory of Music

   Auditions include a basic musicianship examination designed to demonstrate university level music study readiness. See audition requirements for your program of interest:

   • B.A. in Music
     (including Commercial Music concentration)
   • B.A. in Theatre
     (including Acting for Stage and Screen and Musical Theatre concentrations)
   • B.M. in Music Composition
     (including New Media Composition concentration)
   • B.M. in Music Education
   • B.M. in Music Performance
   • B.M. in Music Therapy
     (pending AMTA approval)
   • B.M. in Worship Arts
   • Minor in Music
   • Minor in Contemporary Worship Music

   NOTE: After acceptance and upon enrollment, students will be given placement examinations in music theory, aural skills and keyboard proficiency. These examinations are given for the purpose of validating prior study and determining proper placement in music courses. Music theory placement exams may be taken during the day of your audition. Aural skills and keyboard proficiency will be tested after acceptance into the Conservatory. All exams must be completed by May 1. To find out more, please contact the Conservatory of Music.

Deadlines

Review the deadlines below to see important deadlines. Please note that all online application materials will be available starting August 1.