First-Year Guide

As a new student in the Department of Music you're bound to have plenty of questions about the student experience and more. Follow the links below to discover useful information about how to prepare for musical study at Case Western Reserve University—whether you're deciding what courses to take or where to practice, these resources will help you get off to a good start!

Our administrative offices in Haydn Hall and Denison Hall are open during business hours to help address any questions you might have as you transition into campus life. 

New undergraduate music majors:

Planning to pursue the music major?
If you didn’t submit a Music Arts Supplement with your application but would still like to audition, you may do so by submitting an entrance audition—we’d love to help you prepare for the fall semester. Students can still be considered for the music major after admission.

Here's how to get started

New graduate and professional students: 

Other start-of-term processes: