Natalie L. Haslam College of Music

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Undergraduate Admissions

Ready to begin your music journey at Tennessee? Whether you’re a high school student, transfer student, or pursuing your first bachelor’s degree, this section will guide you through the undergraduate admissions process, including application requirements, auditions/interviews, and important deadlines.

FAQs

Your Journey to Admission

Whether you’re applying as a first-time college student or as a transfer student, admission to the Natalie L. Haslam College of Music is a multi-step process that includes applying to the University of Tennessee and to our college. We’re here to guide you every step of the way.

First-Year Undergraduate Students: Have you applied to the Natalie L. Haslam College of Music and curious about next steps? Check out our “What To Expect After You Apply” webpage.

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How to Apply

Learn about the three-step application process and where to start, based on your student type (first year major/minor, transfer).

Visit How to Apply page

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Portfolio Requirements in College Application

Review the portfolio materials you’ll need to submit in your college application based on your degree program, instrument, or concentration.

See the requirements by program

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Auditions & Interviews

Applicants are required to audition and/or interview as part of their admission depending on their degree and concentration. Requirements vary – be sure to check yours.

View Audition & Interview Requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between portfolio requirements and audition/interview requirements? 

The difference between the two is based on when and how the requirements are reviewed by our faculty members. 

  • Portfolio Requirement = materials submitted online via application 
  • Audition/Interview Requirement = materials prepared to be performed or presented to faculty during audition/interview 

I am interested in double majoring. Can I do that as a music major? 

Absolutely! You can major in music and nearly any other degree on our campus. Students can double major in two different music degree programs or a music degree and a degree in another discipline on campus. 

I love music but plan to major in something else. Can I still be involved in music at Tennessee? 

We hope you will! All of our ensembles are open to majors and non-majors alike. Additionally, we offer many courses that satisfy degree requirements within VolCore. 

Does UT Music offer scholarships? 

  • The Natalie L. Haslam College of Music reserves scholarships for music majors only.  
  • Students who are not music majors but participate in musical ensembles are ineligible for music scholarships. 
  • The Pride of the Southland Marching Band offers service stipends for accepted members at the conclusion of the marching season. More information regarding that stipend can be directed to the UT Bands, [email protected]. 

I applied to UT Music but haven’t heard back about my audition/interview timeslot. What should I do? 

We’re thrilled to have your application under consideration! If you have not received your timeslot:  

  • Check your email spam/junk folder. Sometimes the confirmation email lands there! 

I missed the application deadline for UT Music! What can I do now? 

Considering a late applicant is based upon instrument/area availability. To request a late application, please email [email protected] and share your primary instrument and primary degree information. A member of our Admissions Team will communicate with you. Please note, we cannot guarantee consideration of late application requests. 

I’m interested in auditioning for the Pride of the Southland Marching Band, but I don’t want to major in music. Is that possible? 

Absolutely! Please check out the Pride of the Southland Marching Band website for audition information.  

I want to see what campus is like. Can I visit the Natalie L. Haslam College of Music? 

  • We would love to welcome you to Rocky Top! The Natalie L. Haslam College of Music offers a variety of visits and tour experiences during the academic year. To select the best experience and date for you, please visit our tour website. 
  • We cannot offer visits or tours during University-observed closures or summer terms. 

If you have questions that aren’t answered above about planning your visit, admissions, or what it’s like to be a music student at UT, feel free to reach out to our Music Admissions Office at [email protected].