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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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Cert. Music Performance

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program Recognition

Offered by the UNC School of Music — NASM-accredited since 1967, with 350+ music students and 70+ faculty

Training

12-credit post-baccalaureate certificate completed in two consecutive semesters (fall and spring) in residence

Studio areas include strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, piano, voice and opera, with individualized faculty coaching aimed at professional auditions, competitions or graduate-school preparation

Progress is demonstrated through juried performance examinations each semester

Performance & Productions

Ensemble placement inside a school that presents 275+ performances annually

Facilities

All-Steinway School with 90+ Steinway pianos; concerts in the 668-seat Campus Commons Performance Hall

School Info

Snapshot

3.48

Avg GPA (W)

86%

Admit Rate

school-wide

51%

Grad Rate

5.6K

Enrollment

$52K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$12,882

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$28,370

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$34,802

Before aid

Average Net Price

$17,760

After aid

Resident Undergraduate · unco.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 22, 6:01 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Offered by the UNC School of Music — NASM-accredited since 1967, with 350+ music students and 70+ faculty

Training

12-credit post-baccalaureate certificate completed in two consecutive semesters (fall and spring) in residence

Studio areas include strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, piano, voice and opera, with individualized faculty coaching aimed at professional auditions, competitions or graduate-school preparation

Progress is demonstrated through juried performance examinations each semester

Performance & Productions

Ensemble placement inside a school that presents 275+ performances annually

Facilities

All-Steinway School with 90+ Steinway pianos; concerts in the 668-seat Campus Commons Performance Hall

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Offered by the UNC School of Music — NASM-accredited since 1967, with 350+ music students and 70+ faculty

Training

12-credit post-baccalaureate certificate completed in two consecutive semesters (fall and spring) in residence

Studio areas include strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, piano, voice and opera, with individualized faculty coaching aimed at professional auditions, competitions or graduate-school preparation

Progress is demonstrated through juried performance examinations each semester

Performance & Productions

Ensemble placement inside a school that presents 275+ performances annually

Facilities

All-Steinway School with 90+ Steinway pianos; concerts in the 668-seat Campus Commons Performance Hall

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

Fall Early Action Application DeadlineDec 1, 2026

Fall Early Action Completion DeadlineDec 15, 2026

Fall Priority DeadlineFeb 1, 2027

Fall Last-Chance DeadlineAug 1, 2027

First Year · unco.edu

Program AppApplication

Order

The university application must be submitted before the audition.

Auditions

In Person

Nov 21, 2026Feb 13, 2027Mar 6, 2027

OR — Recorded Video Audition

Video Audition / Virtual InterviewJan 23, 2027

Video Audition / Virtual Interview DeadlineMar 6, 2027

Auditions · unco.edu

Audition Requirements

Resume

Include performance and work experience

Statement

Explain your goals and career aspirations

Statement (Optional: Assistantship Experience)

Auditions · unco.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Complete the UNC application first

Complete the School of Music form or other program-specific supplemental steps in the UNC Application Portal

Current Cycle

Official audition and interview dates are published for 2026-27 applicants

Scholarship Info

College of Performing and Visual Arts talent and foundation scholarships are available; follow the audition or interview process when scholarship consideration requires it.

School Info

Snapshot

3.48

Avg GPA (W)

86%

Admit Rate

school-wide

51%

Grad Rate

5.6K

Enrollment

$52K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$12,882

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$28,370

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$34,802

Before aid

Average Net Price

$17,760

After aid

Resident Undergraduate · unco.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Offered by the UNC School of Music — NASM-accredited since 1967, with 350+ music students and 70+ faculty

Training

12-credit post-baccalaureate certificate completed in two consecutive semesters (fall and spring) in residence

Studio areas include strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, piano, voice and opera, with individualized faculty coaching aimed at professional auditions, competitions or graduate-school preparation

Progress is demonstrated through juried performance examinations each semester

Performance & Productions

Ensemble placement inside a school that presents 275+ performances annually

Facilities

All-Steinway School with 90+ Steinway pianos; concerts in the 668-seat Campus Commons Performance Hall

Updated Aug 22, 6:01 PM