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Music Department • Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Quick Take
UNC Chapel Hill's music department blends classical performance, composition, and music theory with the resources of a top-ranked public flagship university in the heart of the Research Triangle. Students benefit from the NC Symphony, a thriving indie and experimental scene, and proximity to Durham's nationally celebrated music culture, within one of the South's most intellectually vibrant public university environments.
UNC Chapel Hill at a Glance
| Program | |
| School / Division | University of North Carolina Chapel Hill Music Department |
| Setting | public |
| Reliigous Affliation | none |
| Program Size | medium |
| Genres / Styles | classical, jazz |
| Primary Instrument | bassoon, cello, clarinet, double bass, flute, guitar, horn, oboe, organ, percussion, piano, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, tuba, viola, violin, voice |
| Areas of Study | composition, music education, music theory, performance |
| Degrees Offered | Bachelor of Arts, Doctorate, Master’s |
| Musical Selectivity | selective |
| NASM Accreditation | no |
| Admissions | |
| Academic Selectivity | highly selective |
| Average GPA | 3.9 |
| Application Deadline | Oct 15 (EA) | Jan 15 (regular) |
| Auditions | |
| Audition | is required |
| Audition Competitiveness | competitive |
| Audition Window | Feb–Mar |
| Prescreening | is not required |
| Location | |
| City / State | Chapel Hill, North Carolina |
Always confirm deadlines and requirements directly with the UNC Chapel Hill website
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Program Overview
The music program at UNC Chapel Hill is medium in size and a .
Music Genre/Style Strengths
UNC Chapel Hill supports the following musical genres/styles: classical, jazz. At some schools, students can explore multiple styles while developing strong technical and artistic foundations within their primary genre.
Visit the UNC Chapel Hill website for more specific information on the music genres/styles it supports.
Primary Instruments
Students at UNC Chapel Hill can pursue study across a range of instruments, including bassoon, cello, clarinet, double bass, flute, guitar, horn, oboe, organ, percussion, piano, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, tuba, viola, violin, voice. Students study privately with faculty on their primary instrument while participating in ensembles and collaborative performances.
Visit the UNC Chapel Hill website for more specific information about their support for studies on specific instruments.
Music Studies Offered at UNC Chapel Hill
Students at UNC Chapel Hill can pursue degrees focused on composition, music education, music theory, performance. Music degree programs typically combine private instruction, ensemble participation, music theory coursework, and performance opportunities designed to prepare students for careers in music.
Visit the UNC Chapel Hill website for more specific information on the programs of study it offers.
Acceptance
Musical acceptance at UNC Chapel Hill is selective. Academically, it is highly selective, with accepted students having an average GPA of 3.9. (Unlike academic programs, music admissions typically emphasize performance and artistic potential.) The application deadline for UNC Chapel Hill is Oct 15 (EA) | Jan 15 (regular) of each year.
Visit the UNC Chapel Hill website to confirm acceptance information and deadlines.
Auditions
An audition is required at UNC Chapel Hill, and the school's auditions are considered to be competitive. The audition window is Feb–Mar of each year. A pre-screening video or portfolio is not required.
Visit the UNC Chapel Hill website for more specific information on auditions.
Location and Music Scene
UNC Music anchors Chapel Hill at the heart of the Research Triangle, a metropolitan area with the NC Symphony, a thriving indie scene, and the cultural energy of Durham, Raleigh, and Carrboro nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is UNC Chapel Hill hard to get into?
Admission to UNC Chapel Hill is considered selective for music and highly selective academically. At most schools, the audition carries significant weight. Admitted students need to demonstrate performance ability and artistic potential in addition to meeting academic requirements.
Do I need a prescreening video to audition at UNC Chapel Hill?
A prescreening video or portfolio submission at UNC Chapel Hill.
Prescreening requirements vary significantly from school to school, and sometimes by instrument or area of study, so it's worth checking directly with the admissions office to confirm what's expected for your specific application.
What instruments can I study at UNC Chapel Hill?
supports study across a wide range of instruments, including bassoon, cello, clarinet, double bass, flute, guitar, horn, oboe, organ, percussion, piano, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, tuba, viola, violin, voice. Students typically study privately with a faculty member on their primary instrument while also participating in ensembles and collaborative performance opportunities.
Instrument availability and faculty depth can vary. If you play something less common, it's worth reaching out to the department directly to confirm faculty availability before you apply.
What GPA do I need for UNC Chapel Hill?
Admitted students at UNC Chapel Hill have an average GPA of 3.9. Keep in mind that this is an average. Some admitted students come in above it, some below, depending on the strength of the overall application and, especially, the audition.
Music programs tend to weigh audition performance heavily, which means a particularly strong musical candidate may be admitted even if their GPA is below the typical range. The reverse is also true. Academic strength alone won't compensate for a weak audition.
What is the application deadline for UNC Chapel Hill?
The application deadline for UNC Chapel Hill is Oct 15 (EA) | Jan 15 (regular), with live auditions typically held Feb–Mar. These dates can shift year to year, so it's important to verify directly with the admissions office well in advance.
Music school deadlines often arrive earlier than general college application deadlines, and audition slots can fill up quickly, especially at competitive programs. Getting your application in early is rarely a bad idea.
Information on this page is updated periodically. Always confirm details directly with the school's admissions office.
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