- When is the application deadline?
- What are the average GPAs and SATs of accepted students?
- Where can I get a general NYU campus tour?
- Can I sit in on classes or audit?
- Can I meet with a faculty member?
- Can I apply as a transfer student to the Recorded Music department?
- I already have a bachelor's degree. Can I apply?
- Do you offer classes for non-matriculated part-time students?
- Can I apply for two different programs simultaneously?
- Do I have to audition or interview for the program?
- What should my creative sample include?
- How can I get an application?
- Can I apply online?
- What if I have limited experience in the music industry and do not have the resources to record a song or to manage a band? How will I be able to submit a creative sample for the portfolio?
- Do you give tours or information sessions?
- How many applications do you receive?
- How many students do you admit each year?
- What about high school students?
Recorded Music Admissions
When is the application deadline?
Early decision: Received November 1 (notification after December 15)
Regular decision: Received January 1 (notification after March 1)
Internal Transfers: Received March 1 (notification after April 15)
External Transfers: Received April 1 (notification after April 15)
We do not have rolling admissions or spring admits. All incoming classes start each fall. Please note that students are traditionally not deferred from Early Decision, and all admissions decisions are final.
topWhat are the average GPAs and SATs of accepted students?
GPA: 3.5 – 3.7, SAT: 1300-1500 (per older version SAT)
topWhere can I get a general NYU campus tour?
Call 212-998-4524 to make a reservation or go to www.admissions.nyu.edu to make an online reservation. Tours are generally Monday thru Friday 10 AM, 1 PM, and/or 2:30 PM.
topCan I sit in on classes or audit?
Due to the participatory and creative nature of many courses at Tisch, no department (with the exception of Dance) allows prospective applicants to sit in or audit. Also, our facilities could not accommodate all the requests we receive.
topCan I meet with a faculty member?
The administrators within the department are more than qualified to answer any questions you have about the department. In the case that they cannot, you will be referred to the proper faculty member.
topCan I apply as a transfer student to the Recorded Music department?
The Recorded Music department does have a transfer admissions process. However the department has a 6 semester residency requirement. Transfer students must still spend three years minimum in the department in order to complete the 128 credits needed to obtain the BFA degree. The maximum amount of transfer credit that a student could bring to NYU would be 32 credits, typically awarded towards general education and elective requirements.
topI already have a bachelor's degree. Can I apply?
No. NYU does not allow for 2nd bachelor’s degrees (except for Nursing). However, the Music Technology and Music Business programs at the Steinhardt School of Education have graduate programs. You can view their programs at http://education.nyu.edu/music/.
Do you offer classes for non-matriculated part-time students?
We usually have a limited offering of classes that are open to all currently matriculated NYU students. Please check the schedule of classes for current offerings. We also offer a wide variety of summer courses for anyone with a high school diploma. Please check www.nyu.edu/summer for our summer courses.
topCan I apply for two different programs simultaneously?
No. You must choose one, and if you are denied admission to one department, you cannot apply to another in the same admissions cycle.
topDo I have to audition or interview for the program?
No. The creative sample you submit with your portfolio is sufficient.
topWhat should my creative sample include?
If you are sending a CD, please limit it to 5 minutes of material. The creative sample is a substantiation of your talent, so if you are a performer, we should hear you perform. If you are a composer, producer, or budding entrepreneur, show us evidence of that. We have received videotapes and flyers from promoters as well. The bottom line is: show us who you are in a creative, professional, and succinct way. Specific details are included in the portfolio cover sheet included on this website.
topHow can I get an application?
All applications are distributed by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at 22 Washington Square North. Alternatively, you can call them at 212-998-4500 or request one online at http://admissions.nyu.edu/.
topCan I apply online?
Yes. Go to http://admissions.nyu.edu to complete the NYU application. Please remember that, as a separate step, you must also complete your creative portfolio and mail directly to our department at the following address:
NYU-Clive Davis Department of Recorded Music
Attn: Creative Portfolio Requirements
194 Mercer Street, 5th Floor
New York, New York 10012
topNYU-Clive Davis Department of Recorded Music
Attn: Creative Portfolio Requirements
194 Mercer Street, 5th Floor
New York, New York 10012
What if I have limited experience in the music industry and do not have the resources to record a song or to manage a band? How will I be able to submit a creative sample for the portfolio?
You do not need to have experience in the music industry nor do you need to have access to resources to demonstrate your vision, creativity and passion and your potential for success in the music industry. For instance, you might take a popular recording artist and write us a letter detailing how you would have used your creativity and vision to differently market or promote that artist or write us a letter about how you would have recorded that artist differently in the recording studio. You could also discuss what types of programs or events you would create in your hometown or high school to provide greater opportunity for engagement in the music industry, or submit a collection of writings showcasing your music analysis or criticism. Be creative!topDo you give tours or information sessions?
Department tours and information sessions are held selected Fridays (excluding holidays) at 11:00 AM at 194 Mercer Street, 5th Floor. You can reserve a spot by contacting Brianne Powell at 212-992-8408 or brianne.powell@nyu.edu, and please provide your name, phone number, and date(s) you are interested in attending.
topHow many applications do you receive?
We usually receive between 300 and 350 applications each year.topHow many students do you admit each year?
Each year we admit 32 students.topWhat about high school students?
All summer courses offered in our department are open to
anyone. If you are a high school student interested in taking one of
our summer Recorded Music courses, please contact Tisch-Special
Programs at 212.998.1500.
Additionally, we plan to start a spring Future Music-Makers Series for high school students or a summer high school program at Recorded Music in 2010. Please keep an eye on our website, or check the Tisch Special Programs website for more details in the future at http://specialprograms.tisch.nyu.edu.
Additionally, we plan to start a spring Future Music-Makers Series for high school students or a summer high school program at Recorded Music in 2010. Please keep an eye on our website, or check the Tisch Special Programs website for more details in the future at http://specialprograms.tisch.nyu.edu.
