ASSOCIATES DEGREES ADMISSIONS

The admissions procedure is selective and based on factors including:

• Recorded audition or written test (where applicable)
• Written application
• Prior experience
• Evidence of desire for career advancement and commitment to an intensive educational program

Each applicant is individually reviewed, taking into consideration his or her experience, achievements, aptitude, attitude, and potential for growth. Prospective students still enrolled in high school are encouraged to follow a college preparatory curriculum and to take as many music and music- related courses as are practical prior to attending MI.

Students applying for admission to an Associate of Arts Degree Program (Combined Emphasis) must meet the eligibility requirements of both the instrument study portion (see AA Degree requirements) and the additional emphasis portion (see Entertainment Industry Certi cates). All other application, registration, placement, and orientation requirements are identical to those described for the Associate of Arts Degree in Performance.

Please send all of the following items together by mail or email (additional items are also required; check below under the specific program to which you are applying):

• Completed application form.
• $100.00 USD application fee.
• High school diploma or proof of G.E.D. equivalent* from an accredited institution (please provide an official English translation if the original is not in English).
• An audio recording of yourself playing or singing (see application for details, does not apply to Associate of Science in Music Business).

*Recognized equivalents of a high school diploma:

Class sizes are limited and placement priority is given to students in the order of acceptance. Fully completed applications are reviewed for acceptance on an ongoing basis. Accepted applicants will be notified by mail and/or telephone. Applicants who are not accepted will be notified by mail.

Upon acceptance to all degree and certificate programs, admitted students are required to submit a refundable deposit in the amount of $300.00 USD to secure their placement (see Letter of Acceptance for details). The deposit is applied toward the first quarter’s tuition and is completely refundable in the event of cancellation of enrollment (students are encouraged to submit the deposit along with the application fee).

• Students are expected to arrive for registration and orientation during the two-week period prior to the start of classes. Students who fail to register at their assigned registration appointment will be assessed a late registration fee of $100.00 USD. Applicants may register after the rst week of classes only with permission from the program director.
• Students who need housing/roommate assistance should arrive at least four weeks prior to the start of classes. Daily housing meetings and new student tours will take place during registration week.

After you are admitted to the Associate of Arts Degree Program, you will be given a placement evaluation that will measure your current level of knowledge and experience in several fundamental musical areas. Placement evaluations take place during registration week and you will not be scheduled for classes until your evaluation is complete. In some cases, a student may be recommended for advanced placement in courses in which he or she may already be pro cient. Does not apply to Associate of Science Degree.

Orientation will be held on the Thursday prior to the start of classes. During this time, you will learn about school policy and procedures, Student Affairs, LPW sign-ups and other school-related topics.