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Admission & Aid

Start your creative journey with Mannes School of Music. Apply to study alongside award-winning faculty and become a master of your craft.

We want to get to know you! Our application and audition process helps us explore your artistic voice and potential. And our admission team is here to help. You can email us questions, attend an information session, or meet with a counselor to learn more about applying and auditioning. We'll help you every step of the way, so that you can focus on showcasing your creativity.

How to Apply

We are here to guide you through the application process. Find instructions for applying to Mannes for each area of study, including details of application requirements and the audition process and important deadlines.
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We understand that pursuing higher education involves a major financial investment. You are about to embark on a creative and academic journey that will pay dividends for years to come. We are committed to working with you to make that journey possible.
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Find answers to commonly asked questions about applying to Mannes School of Music. Learn more about required admission materials, the audition process, and our campus and programs.
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Plan a visit to our main campus in New York City's Greenwich Village. During your visit, you’ll experience firsthand what it's like to live and study in one of the greatest cities in the world.

We host events throughout the year, including campus tours, open house days, and auditions.
And don’t miss our Performance Days, where prospective students have the chance to perform alongside members of the Mannes community.
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Have more questions about applying to Mannes? Let us know—we are here to help. Contact our admission team now.
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Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy

The New School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.