Application Process
As a prospective graduate student, you must complete the following steps to apply to DePaul School of Music.
- Apply to DePaul by December 1
- Once your application to DePaul has been received, you will receive a confirmation letter stating that your application has arrived at our office. In addition to your application, you must submit three letters of recommendation and your undergraduate transcripts, no later than December 1st. Please have your letters of recommendation and transcripts mailed to DePaul School of Music, Music Admissions Office, 804 W. Belden Ave., Chicago, IL 60614.
Vocalists & Violinists
In addition to your online application, you must submit a pre-audition screening recording by December 1.Upon passing the pre-audition screening, you will receive a letter no later than December 20 inviting you to schedule your on-campus audition using your Campus Connection username and password.
All other Instrumentalists
Your online application is due by December 1. You will then receive a confirmation letter inviting you to schedule your on-campus audition by using your Campus Connection user name and password.