Westminster Choir College - How to Apply

Graduate Online Application

Apply to Rider today by using our convenient online application.

Readmission: If you have completed a Rider University graduate degree and wish to apply to another program, please complete the online application for admission below.

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Complete an audition, interview or submit a recorded audition and/or your digital materials.

Applicants will receive a link to the online audition scheduler via email once the application and processing fee have been received. 

• Note: Students applying for a Master of Music degree program who do not hold an undergraduate degree in music must submit a pre-screening recording following the same requirements as the on-campus audition. The pre-screening recording must be submitted at least one month prior to the requested audition date.

All applicants (except Composition, Music Education, and American and Public Musicology) must submit a current and complete list of works performed. When registering for the audition or submitting a recorded audition you will have the option to upload documents, such as the repertoire list.

We would like a reference from your current or most recent music teacher. The remaining reference(s) can be of your choosing. You will have the option when registering for the audition or submitting a recorded audition to provide the names and email addresses of your two references which we will then contact with instructions on how to upload a letter to your application or please ask your references to mail the recommendations directly to the Admissions Office at the address below.

Each graduate applicant is asked to write a substantial essay of at least 500 words unless otherwise specified in the audition/admission requirements. When registering for the audition or submitting a recorded audition you will have the option to upload documents, such as the personal statement.

When registering for the audition or submitting a recorded audition you will have the option to upload documents, such as the current resume. To be considered for a Graduate Assistantship please submit a work resume in addition to your performance resume.

Submit official transcripts from every college or university attended. A bachelor's degree is required for full admission to a graduate program. You may be admitted conditionally pending receipt of your degree.