Admissions

Welcome to the School of Music

We are delighted in your decision to consider attending the School of Music at Sam Houston State University. Explore our academic offerings, get to know the faculty, and join us for performances here at SHSU School of Music. Below you will find admission information.

**Videos of audition repertoire are optional for the School of Music application (EXCLUDING Graduate Conducting and Graduate Composition). If the prospective degree requires an audition, applicants MUST audition in person on their selected audition day to be considered. SHSU faculty may use videos to assess your current ability level. International applicants may reach out to the area coordinator to request approval for a virtual audition.

Audition Dates for All Areas:
Audition Date Audition Request Deadline Areas Eligible
Saturday,
November 15, 2025
November 3, 2025 Voice and all instruments (excluding guitar)
Saturday,
January 24, 2026
January 12, 2026 Voice and all instruments (excluding guitar, percussion, and piano)
Saturday,
February 7, 2026
January 19, 2026 Voice and all instruments (excluding guitar and percussion)
Saturday,
February 21, 2026
February 9, 2026 Voice and all instruments (excluding guitar and piano)
Saturday​,
February 28, 2026
February 16, 2026 Voice and all instruments 
Saturday,
April 25, 2026
March 30, 2026 Voice and Percussion ONLY (non-scholarship)

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School of Music
Sam Houston State University
1751 Avenue I, Huntsville, TX 77340
Phone: 936-294-1360

www.shsu.edu/music

A Member of the Texas State University System