How to Apply to Juilliard and Where to Find Admissions Information

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Start at the Admissions section of juilliard.edu. The homepage states that applications for Fall 2027 are now open, and the Admissions section is designed for prospective students at any stage—whether you are just beginning to research Juilliard's undergraduate or graduate programs or are already submitting an application. The site also encourages you to contact admissions, ask questions, attend events, and talk with your counselors and teachers.

Where to Begin on the Website

The Juilliard homepage presents three main divisions—Music, Dance, and Drama—alongside an Admissions entry point. A practical path is:

  1. Open juilliard.edu.
  2. Go to Admissions to confirm program options and application status.
  3. Use the division pages (Music, Dance, Drama) to understand what each area offers before applying.
  4. If you are a high school musician, check the separate Summer at Juilliard program described on the homepage.

For High School Musicians: Summer at Juilliard

The homepage notes that applications are open for Juilliard Summer Music, described as an immersive three-week conservatory program for high school instrumentalists, composers, and vocalists. This is a distinct path from the degree programs and is worth checking if you want a shorter, pre-college experience.

For Degree Applicants

The Admissions section is the central hub for undergraduate and graduate applications. The homepage confirms that Fall 2027 applications are open, but it does not list every program's specific requirements, deadlines, or materials—those details live within the Admissions pages themselves, so plan to read the relevant program page rather than relying on the homepage summary.

Contacting Admissions and Engaging Before You Apply

Juilliard's Admissions messaging explicitly invites prospective students to:

  • Reach out with questions,
  • Attend admissions events,
  • Speak with counselors and teachers.

This matters because application requirements and portfolio or audition expectations can vary by division and program. Rather than guessing, use the contact and event options the Admissions section provides.

What the Homepage Does and Does Not Tell You

Question What the site confirms What you still need to check
Are applications open? Yes—Fall 2027 applications are open Program-specific deadlines and materials
Where do I apply? Admissions section of juilliard.edu Exact application steps per division
Is there a pre-college option? Yes—Summer at Juilliard for high school musicians Eligibility and application details
Can I ask questions? Yes—contact admissions and attend events Event schedule and contact channels

The homepage also highlights a campaign toward a tuition-free Juilliard and notes that Juilliard Drama's new MFA program is tuition-free. These are institutional announcements; confirm how they apply to your specific program and entry year through the Admissions pages rather than assuming all programs share the same funding structure.

Practical Next Steps

  • If you are ready to apply: go to Admissions and start the Fall 2027 application for your division.
  • If you are still researching: read the Music, Dance, and Drama division pages, then contact admissions with specific questions.
  • If you are a high school musician: look into Summer at Juilliard as a lower-commitment way to experience Juilliard's teaching.
  • If cost is a concern: read the tuition-free campaign and program-specific funding information carefully, and ask admissions directly about your situation.

The site is a starting point and a contact channel; the definitive requirements for your program come from the Admissions pages and from admissions staff.