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Start your creative journey with the School of Jazz and Contemporary Music. Apply to join one of the most adventurous, demanding, and intimate music programs in the world. Here you’ll train with mentorship from industry legends and master 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.

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We're continuing to accept applications for fall 2026.
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Find instructions for applying to Jazz for each area of study, including details of application requirements, important deadlines, and information about the audition process.
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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're committed to working with you to make that journey possible.
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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.
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Have more questions about applying to the School of Jazz? 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.