Performer's Diploma

The Performer's Diploma (PD) program is a two-year program for exceptional performers who already hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent conservatory or professional qualifications and who are preparing for a career in performance.

The PD is available in piano, strings, voice, harpsichord, organ, woodwind, brass or percussion. By their performance and credentials, applicants must demonstrate they have the potential to become professional performers and are well on the way to realizing that potential.

The program provides intensive studio instruction in performance along with ensemble, chamber music and repertoire coursework related to the major. Applicants are required to present an audition for at least one member of the faculty, supported by recordings for review by an audition committee.

The PD normally encompasses a four-term residency. Extensions are rarely granted and funding is limited to four terms. A minimum of 20 credits is required for completion of the diploma. Any student whose first language is not English must either present a minimum ToEFl paper-based score of 550 or an Internet-based score of 80, or enroll in MUAS 6020 language Skills. Students are required enroll in MUAS 6020 and receive a passing grade in each term of residency until they pass the ToEFl.

Additional information is available on request.