Terms of Service & Disclaimer

Last updated: April 2, 2026

Please read these Terms carefully before using collegemusicmajor.com (the "Site"), operated by College Music Major ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Educational & Informational Disclaimer

The content provided on this Site is for informational and educational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate information regarding college auditions, music programs, repertoire, and music careers, we are not an admissions office, university, or accredited academic institution. School profile data is provided for reference only and we do not guarantee its accuracy, completeness, or timeliness. Requirements for music programs change frequently — always verify deadlines, repertoire requirements, tuition, and audition details directly with your target institutions. Participation in our programs or following our advice does not guarantee admission to any college or university.

Professional Relationship

Use of this Site does not establish a teacher-student or consultant-client relationship. Any consultation features or general guidance provided on the Site should not be viewed as legal, financial, or professional academic counseling.

Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use this Site or register for an account. By using the Site, you represent that you meet this age requirement. If you are under 18, you should review these Terms with a parent or guardian.

User Accounts

When you register for an account, you agree to provide accurate information (name and email address) and to keep your login credentials confidential. You are responsible for all activity that occurs under your account.

Data Sharing with Schools

By registering and using the Site, you consent to the sharing of your information — including your name, email address, search filter selections, and the school profiles you have viewed — with participating music schools whose profiles you visit. This data is shared periodically and may be used by those schools to contact you about their programs. Each participating school operates under its own privacy policy. We do not sell your personal information; this sharing is limited to connecting prospective students with relevant programs.

Purchases

The Site sells DIY guides and may offer other digital products. All purchases are subject to the following:

  • Prices are listed in US dollars and are subject to change without notice.
  • Digital products are non-refundable once downloaded or accessed, unless otherwise stated.
  • Payment is processed by a third-party processor; we do not store your full payment details.
  • You will receive a confirmation email upon successful purchase.

Acceptable Use

By using the Site, you agree not to:

  • Scrape or harvest data — You may not use automated tools, bots, or scripts to extract school data, profile content, or any other information from the Site.
  • Use content commercially — Site content (including school profiles, comparison data, and written content) may not be reproduced, resold, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission.
  • Misrepresent yourself — You may not impersonate another person or provide false registration information.
  • Interfere with the Site — You may not attempt to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to the Site or its systems.

Intellectual Property

All original content on the Site — including articles, videos, checklists, school profile data, and DIY guide materials — is the property of College Music Major and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use or duplication of this material without express written permission is strictly prohibited. Nothing in these Terms grants you any right to use our content beyond personal, non-commercial reference.

Affiliate & Third-Party Links

This Site may contain affiliate links to third-party websites such as Amazon, Sheet Music Plus, or instrument retailers. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. We only recommend products, sheet music, and gear that we genuinely believe will benefit the music student community. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of third-party sites.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, College Music Major shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site, reliance on any information contained herein, or any contact initiated by a participating school as a result of data sharing described in these Terms.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Contact

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us through the contact form on the Site.