Current Dana Students
Application process for current Dana students
We’re excited you’re considering the Dana School of Music for your musical studies!
These procedures are for current Dana undergraduate students who wish to apply to a new undergraduate music degree program. For example:
- B.M. in Music Education to B.M. in Audio + Music Production
- B.M. in Music Performance to B.M. in Music Education
Students who would like to add a new Audio + Music Production, Performance, or Education degree to their current degree must also follow these procedures.
Step 1
Complete the Internal DSM Supplemental Application by December 1. Select the application for your program that lists "Internal." For your letter of recommendation, list your major teacher or advisor's email.
Step 2
Complete an audition for the new program. All auditions must be completed by March 1.
This process is for current Dana graduate students who wish to apply to a new graduate music degree program in education or performance. For example:
- M.M. in Music Performance to M.M. in Music Education
- M.M. in Music Education to M.M. in Music Performance
Current undergraduate applicants who wish to apply for a graduate program must follow the process for external graduate applicants.
Step 1
Complete the Internal DSM Supplemental Application by December 1. Select the application for your program that lists "Internal." If applicable, submit your test scores to the Dana School of Music Admissions Office via this application or by email at cliffecollege@ysu.edu.
- TOEFL score (if your native language is not English)
Step 2
Complete an audition for the new program. All auditions must be completed by March 1.
Additional application information
You should expect an admissions decision from us no later than April 1. The enrollment response date for graduate students is April 15 and for undergraduate students is May 1.
Studio Placement is based on space availability in faculty studios and student requests. Upon admission, please reach out directly to your preferred teacher to confirm your studio. All incoming students are guaranteed placement with a faculty member by orientation week.
Spring admission (students beginning in January) is limited and is dependent upon space availability in individual departments. For optimal merit-based financial aid consideration, fall admission is encouraged. If you’re interested in spring term admission, contact the Cliffe College Coordinator of Admissions + Recruitment.