How to Apply to Acadia University School of Music

Applications for the 2026-2027 academic year are available now.
Review the university’s application checklist and general information for Admissions.

Apply to Acadia here! #AUSOM
The School of Music will receive these applications and connect you to an Audition Advisor. Your AUSOM Audition Advisor will help you plan your audition experience.
There’s a very good reason why students choose Acadia to pursue their music studies – it’s our approach to you. We are more interested in you and your journey than solely on your ability to play your instrument.

From the very start of our admission process, our faculty invests in getting to know you – the individual behind the instrument so we can better support your educational needs and ensure your success.

1. Before your Audition:

a. You will be contacted by AUSOM Audition Advisor
b. Ask all your questions and get planning!

2. The Audition:

a. Perform/Present 2 – 3 examples of your music. See FAQ’s for more details
b. Any musical style or genre.
c. Share all the ways you love to make music.

IN- PERSON
Friday October 24, 2025
Saturday November 8, 2025
January 2026 – Acadia Away (Stay Tuned!)
February/ March 2026 – Experience Acadia Days

3. On the Audition Day:

a. Meet fellow students and faculty, tour Acadia campus…
b. Join us in conversation and explore your areas of interest, goals and passions, and share what sparks your creativity
c. Play for us, sit in class, rehearse with ensembles…

At Acadia University’s School of Music we focus on the musician as well as the music you play. We want to help you share all the ways you love to make music!

Interested in Scholarships? Apply Now!

To be prioritized for music scholarship consideration, apply and audition early.
You must complete the Audition process by February 1, 2026. We highly encourage you to join us in October and November in order to be considered for these scholarships.

To be eligible for general scholarship consideration, you must complete the audition process by March 1, 2026.