We are delighted that you are applying to study at our School of Music.
In this section, you will find information about the procedure and the required documents.
Passing an aptitude test is a prerequisite for admission to the program of study.
Who can I contact?
Would you like to study at the Mainz School of Music?
We are very happy about that!
Please fill out the application form below and send it off.
You will then receive an e-mail with further information.
It is NOT necessary to submit your documents by post.
There are NO fees for registering for the aptitude test.
Passing an aptitude test is the prerequisite for admission to the program of study in all degree programs. In the aptitude test, applicants must prove that they possess the artistic and music theory skills required for a music program of study. They should also demonstrate that they are able to achieve the intended study goal within the standard period of study. The legal framework for the implementation of the aptitude test is the Aptitude Test Regulations of the School of Music.
Depending on the degree program, aptitude tests can consist of several parts:
- artistic-practical part (audition)
- music theory part (ear training, harmony)
- possibly further requirements (e.g. an admissions interview).
You can find the different requirements here: "Courses offered" or in our Download Center.
The aptitude tests take place on certain dates. In addition, we have provided you with
There are no fees for the aptitude tests.
We have listed and answered some frequently asked questions in connection with the application and aptitude test here. If you have any further questions or are looking for personal advice, please contact the student advising office, we will be happy to help you!
We welcome international applicants! If you would like to obtain a degree at the School of Music, a number of other regulations must be observed in addition to passing the aptitude test. This concerns, among other things, your higher education entrance qualification and your German language skills.
Only the admission numbers for the degree programs whose capacity is determined within the framework of the capacity-bound aptitude test are published here.
There are degree programs (e.g. B.Mus. Church Music, M.Mus. Church Music, M.Mus. Organ Literature Playing, M.Mus. Organ Improvisation, B.Ed. Teacher Education from 2nd academic semester, B. Mus. EMP, B.A. Music Theory, M.Mus. Music Theory) whose capacity is not determined within the framework of the capacity-bound aptitude test.
The numbers for the winter semester will be published following the next aptitude tests.
Here you can find the admission numbers for the degree programs:
- Jazz/ Pop Music (B. Mus. and M.Mus.)
- Vocals (B.Mus .and M. Mus.)
- Orchestral Instruments (B.Mus. and M. Mus.)
- Piano (B.Mus. and M. Mus.)
- Sound Art (M.Mus.)
- Lied Accompaniment
- as well as for Elementary Music Education and School Music (B. Ed) (EMP and School Music only 1st academic semester - further academic semesters not selective)
Please note: The numbers listed here are for guidance only and only concern selective degree programs. The information issued by the Student Secretariat of the university or the International Admissions Office is binding.
