Music Undergrad Application Process

High school Juniors and Seniors, and college-level transfer students can arrange a visiting day at Portland State University's School of Music & Theater to attend classes, sit in on a large ensemble, and meet and ask questions of PSU music students and faculty. Come get to know us; we can't wait to meet you!

Learn about the multiple undergraduate degrees and specialized areas of study you can choose to pursue as an undergraduate student.

Our rolling admissions means students can apply for admission to the School of Music & Theater at any time in the year prior to the first day of classes. Auditions are part of the admission process.

Students must apply to both the School of Music & Theater and Portland State University at large. 

Learn about the multiple sources to fund your education and how to apply. The earlier you apply the more funds available.

Admission and scholarships are awarded based on auditions. Auditions are available all year. When you apply, you'll be prompted to upload a recording of yourself performing, or you can request an in-person audition.

Applying for fall 2026? Click below to learn more about February 2026 Audition Weekend.

Junior and senior years are a great time to start preparing for college auditions. We understand that this can be an overwhelming process, so we’ve outlined some answers to frequently asked questions below to make things as smooth and worry-free as possible.