You must submit official school transcripts as part of the application file. We'll accept official transcripts coming directly from the high school: uploaded through Naviance, emailed, or mailed via post.
Applicants that fulfill one or more of the following conditions will be considered to be a first-year:
An applicant that, at the time of application, is enrolled in an accredited secondary school (a domestic high school or the international equivalent) or homeschool program.
An applicant that has earned a high school diploma, GED or equivalent certificate of completion but that has not enrolled in any other accredited post-secondary institution.
An applicant that enrolled in a post-secondary institution but did not earn credit and/or that has completely withdrawn from that institution before credit was earned. Note: complete withdrawal must be verified by receipt of a transcript reflecting the withdrawal and/or a letter from the institution verifying that no credit was earned. TOEFL: Internet based, minimum score 79, IELTS: - Minimum score 6.5
Virtual Auditions
Popular and Commercial Music applicants must audition live via Zoom with departmental faculty. Students will receive instructions on how to register for a Zoom Audition Day after submitting an application to the university. Supplemental portfolios are optional and can be submitted through the student's Loyola Application Status Page.
Audition- Perform 2 songs in varied styles- Memorized
We are listening for your voice: Unique, original and creative approaches to creating and interpreting music
Songs may be original or cover material
Be prepared to work through vocal exercises and demonstrate improvisation skills
Accompanists are not provided for on-campus auditions. You should bring backing tracks for your audition or you may self-accompany with guitar, piano, etc.