The Colburn School Conservatory of Music

It is extremely difficult to get into The Colburn School Conservatory of Music. The Colburn School Conservatory of Music admitted 10% of all applicants in 2017. In 2023, just 70 out of the 701 students who applied were accepted.

If you are planning on applying to The Colburn School Conservatory of Music, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 12/1 and the application fee costs $140.

Students who apply to The Colburn School Conservatory of Music for fall should anticipate a decision by April 1.

The Colburn School Conservatory of Music Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of The Colburn School Conservatory of Music's admissions stats.

The Colburn School Conservatory of Music 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	Yes

The Colburn School Conservatory of Music Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The Colburn School Conservatory of Music.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	12 1	April 1

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The Colburn School Conservatory of Music does not offer early decision or early action.

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How To Get Into The Colburn School Conservatory of Music

The Colburn School Conservatory of Music is an extremely difficult school to get into. The Colburn School Conservatory of Music evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny or waitlist.

In 2022, The Colburn School Conservatory of Music accepted 10% of all applicants, about 70 from the 701 applicants.

Schools that are extremely difficult to get into, like The Colburn School Conservatory of Music, accept fewer than 30% of all applicants. At least 75% of admitted students have GPAs in the top 10% of their high school class and scored over 1310 on the SAT or over 29 on the ACT.

Transferring to The Colburn School Conservatory of Music

For more information on transferring to The Colburn School Conservatory of Music, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to The Colburn School Conservatory of Music

The Colburn School Conservatory of Music has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into The Colburn School Conservatory of Music?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at The Colburn School Conservatory of Music

What does The Colburn School Conservatory of Music consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Interview	Very Important
Talent/Ability	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Academic GPA	Important
Class Rank	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

Make sure to check with The Colburn School Conservatory of Music for more information on admission factors.

The Colburn School Conservatory of Music 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to The Colburn School Conservatory of Music, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with The Colburn School Conservatory of Music's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	pre-screening DVD, in-person audition by invitation, Resume
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into The Colburn School Conservatory of Music?

The Colburn School Conservatory of Music has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

The Colburn School Conservatory of Music is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to The Colburn School Conservatory of Music

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is December 1. Applicants should hear back by April 1.

Transfer students can enroll in The Colburn School Conservatory of Music during the following terms:

• Fall Term

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The Colburn School Conservatory of Music Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to The Colburn School Conservatory of Music?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to The Colburn School Conservatory of Music.

Does The Colburn School Conservatory of Music accept transfer credits?

✅ The Colburn School Conservatory of Music accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does The Colburn School Conservatory of Music accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ The Colburn School Conservatory of Music accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to The Colburn School Conservatory of Music?

✅ The Colburn School Conservatory of Music is not test optional.

What is The Colburn School Conservatory of Music's acceptance rate?

✅ The Colburn School Conservatory of Music has an acceptance rate of 10%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at The Colburn School Conservatory of Music?

❌ The Colburn School Conservatory of Music does not offer early decision.

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