School of Music

School of Music Admissions

University Admissions Criteria

Applicants are recommended to have:

  • Fifteen (15) academic units within the areas of English, foreign language, mathematics, laboratory science, and social science.
  • Results of the American College Test (ACT) or Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) showing comparable aptitude to grade-point average, class rank, and preparation. Scores from these tests will be accepted from high school transcripts.
  • Well-written personal essays.
  • A cumulative grade-point average of a B or higher.
  • Student activities in school and community.

School of Music Admissions Criteria

Note: International applicants can audition via cassette tape.


For more information, please contact

Tony Bankston
Dean of Admissions
Box 2900
Illinois Wesleyan University
Bloomington IL 61702-2900
(309) 556-3031
(800) 332-2498

e-mail IWUadmit@titan.iwu.edu