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Application for Admission
for domestic students.
(For international students go to
international students application form.)
Application Fee: $100 USD. (PayPal, Debit/Credit)

Gender
Date of Birth
Do you have any physical or mental impairments that may necessitate academic accommodations or assistive aids?
Yes
No

Program Selection

Select the program you are applying to:
For Music Performance program applicants, please select your desired instrumental focus:
Select your desired enrollment date:
If applicable, select the financial assistance you wish to apply for:
None
Talent-Based Scholarship
Veterans Affairs
CA Advantage Programs
Alumni Legacy Scholarship

Personal Statement

Tell us about your musical journey:


  1. How long have you been making music? / What is your big goal in music?

  2. What inspires your creativity? / What are your favorite styles or genres?

  3. How do you want to grow as an artist at California College of Music?

Audition Materials Submission

Provide audition video links via YouTube, Vimeo or other video hosting site.

After you submit your application an Admissions Officer will request the following:


U.S. Residents / Citizens

  1. Photo ID: Submit a high-resolution scan of your Driver's License, State ID or US Passport photo page.

  2. Academic Transcript: Submit a transcript from the highest education level institution you have graduated to prove you have graduated from high school (or the equivalent).


International Applicants


  1. Photo ID: Submit a high-resolution scan of your Passport photo page.

  2. Academic Transcript: Submit a transcript from the highest education level institution to prove you have graduated form high school (or equivalent).

  3. Proof of English Proficiency: Provide a TOEFL (IBT) score of 50 or above, IELTS 5.0 or above, TOEIC 600 or above, CEFR Level B2 or above.

    • A diploma or official transcript from a high school or post-secondary institution will serve as Proof of English Proficiency from international students where English is their native speaking language.

Please email all required documents to admissions@ccmla.edu as .pdf attachments.


Application Fee
Application Fee

If you are an international student who is accepted into a program at California College of Music you will need a student visa in order to study in the United States. Click here to learn about the student visa process.

Piano Keys

Start Your Musical Journey at California College of Music.

  • Accredited Programs: Our institution is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), ensuring top-quality education.

  • Experienced Faculty: Learn from professionals who have real-world experience in the music industry.

 

  • Comprehensive Degrees: From music production to performance, our programs cover all aspects of contemporary music.Career Support: We provide career guidance and networking opportunities to help launch your music career.

​​A top-ranked institution for contemporary music education. Whether you aspire to be a professional performer, music producer, or songwriter, our programs are designed to help you achieve your goals. With a supportive faculty of industry professionals and an environment that fosters creativity, California College of Music is the perfect place to develop your talents and take the next step in your music career.

Our easy application process allows you to focus on what truly matters—your music.

​​Take the first step toward a successful career in music.  Apply today and join the ranks of successful CCM alumni making waves in the music industry.

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