Oberlin Conservatory first year applicants should be seeking their first Bachelor of Music degree and not currently enrolled at another college or university. Students who are seeking a second bachelor’s degree (the first not being a Bachelor of Music) should also apply as a first year student. In addition to the Common Application, first year applicants are required to submit all academic transcripts, two music teacher recommendations, a music theory placement exam, music background information, and perform an audition.  Information about these items can be found on the admissions website.

Oberlin Conservatory transfer applicants should be currently enrolled at another college or university or have completed an associate’s degree and be seeking to transfer applicable credits. In addition to the Common Application, transfer applicants are required to submit all academic transcripts, a confidential transfer report, two music teacher recommendations, a music theory placement exam, music background information, and perform an audition. Information about these items can be found on the admissions website.