Admissions

Welcome to the School of Music

We are delighted in your decision to consider attending the School of Music at Sam Houston State University. Explore our academic offerings, get to know the faculty, and join us for performances here at SHSU School of Music. Below you will find admission information.

**Videos of audition repertoire are optional for the School of Music application (EXCLUDING Graduate Conducting and Graduate Composition). If the prospective degree requires an audition, applicants MUST audition in person on their selected audition day to be considered. SHSU faculty may use videos to assess your current ability level. International applicants may reach out to the area coordinator to request approval for a virtual audition.

Audition Dates for All Areas:
Audition Date Audition Request Deadline Areas Eligible
Saturday,
November 16, 2024
November 3, 2024 Voice and all instruments (excluding guitar and piano)
Saturday,
January 25, 2024
January 12, 2025 Voice and all instruments (excluding guitar, percussion, and piano)
Saturday,
February 1, 2024
January 19, 2025 Voice and all instruments (excluding percussion and guitar)
Saturday,
February 22, 2024
February 9, 2025 Voice and all instruments (excluding piano)
Saturday​,
March 1, 2025
February 16, 2025 Voice and all instruments (excluding guitar and piano)
Saturday,
April 12, 2025
March 30, 2025 Voice and percussion only (non-scholarship)

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School of Music
Sam Houston State University
1751 Avenue I, Huntsville, TX 77340
Phone: 936-294-1360

www.shsu.edu/music

A Member of the Texas State University System