The Bienen School of Music is pleased to offer tours and admission information sessions for students interested in majoring in music at Northwestern. Tour/information session registration is available on this page via the calendar. Music facilities tours and information sessions are offered on most Mondays and Fridays and select Thursdays.
The Office of Music Admission also offers virtual admission information sessions. These online sessions cover the application process, audition information, financial aid, degree options, and more.
Register for a Tour
Please reach out to faculty directly to inquire about trial lessons.
Meet the Faculty
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Ryan Opera Theater
70 Arts Circle Drive
Evanston, IL 60208
Students will have the opportunity to meet with admission representatives from top music schools spanning the United States and Canada. Pre-registration is encouraged for this free event.
Free parking is available in the lot directly next to the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts after 4 pm. If the lot is full, there is also parking at the nearby Segal Visitors Center. Visit Northwestern’s parking information page for details.
Berklee College of Music
Curtis Institute of Music
Frost School of Music, University of Miami
Guildhall School of Music and Drama
Jacobs School of Music, Indiana University-Bloomington
The Juilliard School
Manhattan School of Music
New England Conservatory of Music
Oberlin Conservatory of Music
Peabody Institute, Johns Hopkins University
San Francisco Conservatory of Music
Shepherd School of Music, Rice University
Temple University: Center for the Performing and Cinematic Arts
Thornton School of Music, University of Southern California
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance