What to Expect 

CIM鈥檚 audition days are a window into life at our institution. Our in-person audition days are an opportunity for you to get to know us and for us to get to know you as a musician and person. Your audition day will consist of an audition with the faculty of your area of study, an interview with the admissions team, a lunch provided by Partners for CIM, and optional events like information sessions and tours. See your instrument area below for specific dates for in-person auditions.

Audition Schedule for 2026

February 8 2026: In-Person & DMA Auditions**  

February 15, 2026: In-Person & Artist Diploma/Orchestral Fellowship Auditions**  

February 22, 2026: In-Person Auditions  

March 1, 2026: In-Person 

 **Please note that all DMA auditions will take place on February 8 with diagnostic exams following on February 9, and all Artist Diploma and Robinson Orchestral Career Fellowship auditions will take place on February 15 with finalist auditions occurring on February 16.